Active Aqua Submersible Pump Filter Bag, 10.5" x 13.125"

Fine-Mesh Impeller Protection for Submersible Pumps, 10.5" x 13.125"

A submersible pump's impeller is the first thing to wear out when biological sediment and nutrient buildup accumulate in a reservoir, and cleaning or replacing an impeller costs more time than cleaning a filter bag. The Active Aqua Submersible Pump Filter Bag is a fine-mesh, zippered bag that encloses a pump, screening out sediment before it reaches the impeller.

This 10.5" x 13.125" bag is rated for submersible pumps up to 1,000 GPH, sized to enclose the pump fully.

Key Features & Benefits

• Fine-mesh construction — screens out biological and nutrient sediment before it reaches the pump.
• Zippered closure — keeps the bag sealed around the pump during operation and removal.
• Rated to a maximum pump GPH — sized to match specific pump output ranges.
• Reduces cleaning frequency — traps debris in the bag instead of letting it build up inside the pump.

Who Should Use This Filter Bag

Growers running a submersible pump in a reservoir that accumulates sediment or root debris — and who want to protect the impeller and cut down on pump cleaning — are the fit for this bag.

About Active Aqua

This filter bag rounds out Active Aqua's pump-protection accessories, part of the broader pump and reservoir hardware line Hydrofarm distributes under the brand.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size pump does the 10.5" x 13.125" bag fit?

It's rated for submersible pumps up to 1,000 GPH. Match the bag size to your pump's rated output and physical dimensions before ordering.

How does it protect the pump?

The fine-mesh material screens out biological and nutrient sediment before it can reach the pump's impeller. That reduces the wear and clogging that unfiltered sediment causes over time.

How do I install it on my pump?

Place the pump inside the bag and close the zippered opening around the power cord and outlet fitting. The bag then submerges along with the pump, filtering water as it's drawn in.

How often should I clean the bag?

Clean it whenever you notice reduced flow, which usually signals the mesh has trapped enough sediment to start restricting water intake. Cleaning frequency depends on how much sediment and debris your reservoir accumulates.

Does the bag reduce pump flow?

A clean bag shouldn't meaningfully restrict flow, but a bag loaded with trapped sediment will reduce intake over time. That's the tradeoff for keeping sediment out of the impeller, and it's why periodic cleaning matters.