Burtons 3 Tier Plastic Bakki Shower 1000mm

Burtons 3 Tier Plastic Bakki Shower 1000mm

Burtons biological filtration product for koi ponds and larger pond systems

Burtons 3 Tier Plastic Bakki Shower 1000mm is part of the Burtons Aquatic Systems filtration range and is designed to support biological filtration on koi ponds, larger garden ponds and professional pond builds. Biological filtration is the stage that helps convert harmful ammonia and nitrite into less harmful nitrate, so it should be planned just as carefully as the pump, drum filter and UV.

Mechanical filtration removes solids, but biological filtration deals with dissolved waste produced by fish and feeding. This is why bio chambers, moving bed media and shower filters are so important on koi ponds. The right product depends on pond size, fish load, feeding rate, oxygen level and the amount of space available in the filter area.

How this fits into the filter system

Burtons biological products are usually installed after suitable mechanical filtration so that the media stays cleaner and receives a more stable water supply. On high waste koi ponds, a drum filter followed by a biological chamber or shower filter is a strong layout because solids are removed before they can clog the biological stage.

For moving bed systems, air is essential. The media must be kept moving and oxygenated so bacteria can work efficiently. For shower filters, water distribution and media choice are important because the water should pass evenly over the media rather than channelling through one small area.

Key benefits

• Supports biological filtration by providing surface area for beneficial bacteria
• Useful alongside drum filters and other mechanical pre filters
• Helps convert ammonia and nitrite when the pond is mature and properly aerated
• Suitable for koi ponds and larger garden ponds where biological stability matters
• Works best with sensible flow, good oxygen levels and routine water testing

Planning the right setup

Before ordering, consider water volume, fish load, existing filter type, pump flow, pipework and access for maintenance. A biological filter will not mature instantly. It needs time, oxygen and stable water chemistry, and it should be supported with regular water testing during the early stages of use.

Technical details

• Supplier product code: BA-PPSHOWER-1MT-COMP
• Product type: Burtons biological filtration / media / shower product
• Use after suitable mechanical filtration for best results
• Aeration and oxygen availability are important for biological performance

Advice from That Pond Guy

We recommend choosing biological filtration around the actual pond load rather than simply the physical size of the unit. A lightly stocked ornamental pond and a heavily fed koi pond can need very different levels of biological capacity, even if they hold a similar volume of water.

Helpful Burtons links and compatible products

Use these links to compare biological chambers, shower filters, media and aeration equipment.

• Burtons Bio Flo+ Media
• Burtons Bio Tube Media
• Burtons FB 600 Bio Chamber
• Burtons FB 1100 Bio Chamber
• Burtons Bio Tank 1000
• Burtons Bio Tank 1200
• Burtons Bio Tank 1500
• Burtons Far Infrared Shower Media 16 Kg
• Burtons Bio Block Media 16 Kg
• Burtons 3 Tier Plastic Bakki Shower 600mm
• Burtons 3 Tier Plastic Bakki Shower 800mm
• Burtons 3 Tier Stainless Steel Bakki Shower 1000mm
• Burtons Air Diffusers
• Burtons BD 150 Combi Pond Drum Filter
• Burtons BD 300 Combi MK3 Pond Drum Filter
• Browse biological filters
• Browse Bakki showers
• Browse pond air pumps

Before ordering

Check the product type, model, size and compatibility before ordering. Burtons equipment often forms part of a larger pond system, so the best choice depends on more than the product name. Think about pond volume, fish load, available space, access for future servicing, pipework layout and whether the system is gravity fed or pump fed.

For koi ponds, the supporting equipment around the main product is just as important as the product itself. A drum filter needs suitable flow and waste drainage. A biological chamber needs oxygen and media. A UV needs the correct lamp and quartz sleeve. Food and treatments should be used alongside good water testing and stable filtration.

Long term maintenance

Plan maintenance before installation. Filters should be easy to access, UV lamps should be replaceable without dismantling the whole system, air pumps should stay dry and ventilated, and media should be inspectable. Good access makes the pond easier to look after and reduces the chance of small maintenance jobs being ignored.

Choosing Burtons products as part of a complete setup

Burtons products are often used together as part of a wider filtration or pond management system. A customer looking at a single product may also need to compare the matching Burtons drum filters, biological chambers, UV spares, filter media, food, treatments or aeration products before making the final choice. Clear internal links and practical guidance help customers understand what each item does and how it fits into the wider pond.

For best results, avoid choosing equipment by headline size alone. Flow rate, pond depth, pipework, stocking level, food load and future maintenance access all make a difference. A balanced system with suitable supporting products will usually perform better than one oversized item connected to unsuitable equipment.