Burtons TF 1000 Pond Drum Through-Flow Filter

Burtons TF 1000 Pond Drum Through Flow Filter

High Capacity Self Cleaning Drum Filter for Very Large Koi Ponds

The Burtons TF 1000 Pond Drum Through Flow Filter is the largest and most powerful mechanical filtration system in the Burtons Aquatics range. It is designed for very large koi ponds, commercial ponds and heavily stocked fish systems that require extremely high water turnover and reliable debris removal.

Manufactured in the UK by Burtons Aquatics, the TF 1000 uses a precision 60 micron stainless steel drum screen to remove fine particles before they can break down and affect pond water quality. With flow rates of up to 110,000 litres per hour in gravity fed systems, this drum filter provides exceptional mechanical filtration for large scale pond installations.

Unlike traditional pond filters that require frequent manual cleaning, the TF 1000 uses a fully automated self cleaning system. As debris collects on the drum screen, the water level inside the drum chamber rises. A float switch detects this change and automatically activates the cleaning cycle.

During the cleaning cycle the drum rotates while fourteen high pressure spray jets wash the screen clean. The trapped debris is flushed into a waste chute and discharged to drain. Because this process happens automatically, the filter continues operating without interruption. As a result the pond maintains consistent water clarity while maintenance requirements remain extremely low.

The through flow design of the TF range allows significantly greater circulation compared with the standard BD drum filters. With six 110 mm inlets and four 110 mm outlets, the TF 1000 supports multiple bottom drains, skimmers and large biological filtration systems.

This makes it an ideal filtration solution for large koi ponds, commercial aquatic systems and installations where high circulation and mechanical filtration efficiency are critical.

How the Burtons TF1000 Drum Filter Works

Pond water enters the drum through six large 110 mm inlets positioned at the front and rear of the unit. The water then passes through the rotating stainless steel drum screen where the 60 micron mesh captures fine debris such as fish waste, uneaten food, blanketweed fragments and suspended solids.

As debris builds on the drum screen, water flow becomes slightly restricted and the water level inside the drum chamber rises. The internal float switch detects this change and automatically triggers the cleaning cycle.

When activated, the drum rotates slowly while fourteen high pressure spray jets clean the stainless steel screen. The waste is flushed into the waste chute and discharged out of the filter to drain. The TF range also has internal UV clarifiers which keep the water clear and the screen clear of bio film.

Because this cleaning process happens automatically, the drum screen remains clear and mechanical filtration continues operating efficiently. This also prevents solid waste from reaching the biological filtration stage, helping to protect filter media and maintain stable water quality.

Through Flow Drum Filter Design

The TF series differs from the standard BD range by increasing the number of inlets and outlets. This improves circulation and prevents flow restrictions in large filtration systems.

The Burtons TF-1000 includes six 110 mm inlets and four 110 mm outlets. This configuration allows water from multiple bottom drains and skimmers to feed the drum filter simultaneously.

For large koi ponds or commercial systems with high circulation demands, this design greatly improves filtration performance and overall water movement through the system.

Gravity Fed vs Pump Fed Installation

The Burtons TF1000 can be installed in both gravity fed and pump fed filtration systems.

In a gravity fed installation, water flows directly from the pond through bottom drains and skimmers into the drum filter. The filter removes debris before the water reaches the pump. This improves filtration efficiency and helps protect pumps and biological filters. In gravity fed systems the TF 1000 can handle flow rates up to 110,000 litres per hour.

In pump fed installations, water is pumped from the pond into the drum filter. This setup is commonly used when upgrading existing ponds that do not have bottom drains. In pump fed systems the TF-1000 can handle flow rates up to 75,000 litres per hour.

Please note that stock levels can change quickly on Burtons drum filters, particularly during busy periods. If your chosen model is not immediately available from stock, a member of our team will contact you as soon as possible with an estimated delivery timeframe.

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Key Features

• High capacity mechanical filtration for large koi ponds and commercial pond systems
• 60 micron stainless steel drum screen for fine debris removal
• Fully automatic self cleaning drum system
• Fourteen high pressure spray jets for thorough screen cleaning
• Six 110 mm inlets and four 110 mm outlets for high circulation systems
• Through flow design for improved water movement
• Weatherproof control box with socket panel for plug and play installation
• Internal UV compatibility for up to two 80 watt Burtons Standard Submersible UV or Burtons Amalgam Submersible UV
• Waste chute with additional cleaning jets to prevent debris build up
• Low maintenance automatic operation
• Designed and manufactured in the UK by Burtons Aquatics

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Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer Burtons Aquatics
• Model TF 1000
• SKU BA TF1000
• Maximum Flow Rate Gravity Fed 110000 litres per hour
• Maximum Flow Rate Pump Fed 75000 litres per hour
• Drum Screen 60 micron stainless steel
• Spray Jets 14
• Inlets 6 x 110 mm
• Outlets 4 x 110 mm
• Dimensions 658 mm x 740 mm x 1480 mm
• Standby Power Consumption 1.3 watts
• Cleaning Cycle Power Consumption 250 watts
• Installation Height Above Water Level 25 cm
• UV Compatibility Up to 2 x 80 watt submersible UV units

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Other Burtons Drum Filters in the Range

Burtons Aquatics manufacture a wide range of professional drum filters designed for koi ponds and large ornamental ponds. Each model offers the same reliable self cleaning mechanical filtration while supporting different pond sizes, flow rates and installation types.

If you are comparing drum filters for your pond, the following models are also available within the Burtons range:

Combi Drum Filters

Burtons BD 150 Combi Drum Filter
A compact drum filter with integrated biological filtration, designed for smaller koi ponds and installations where space is limited.

Burtons BD 300 Combi Drum Filter
A drum filter with integrated moving bed biological filtration, providing a compact all in one filtration solution for koi ponds.

Drum Filters

Burtons BD 300 Pond Drum Filter
A high performance self cleaning drum filter designed for medium sized koi ponds with flow rates up to 35,000 litres per hour.

Burtons BD 500 Pond Drum Filter
A larger capacity drum filter suitable for heavily stocked koi ponds requiring flow rates up to 55,000 litres per hour.

Burtons BD 700 Pond Drum Filter
A high capacity drum filter designed for large koi ponds and demanding filtration systems requiring high water turnover.

High Through Flow Drum Filters

Burtons TF 500 Drum Filter
A through flow drum filter designed for high flow koi pond systems with multiple inlet connections and efficient mechanical filtration.

Burtons TF 700 Drum Filter
A large capacity through flow drum filter suitable for larger koi ponds and professional pond filtration installations.

Burtons TF 1000 Drum Filter
The largest drum filter in the Burtons range, designed for very large koi ponds, lakes and commercial aquatic filtration systems.

Helpful Burtons links and compatible products

Use these links to compare the rest of the Burtons filtration range and plan the supporting equipment around this product.

• Burtons BD 300 Cube with UV
• Burtons BD 150 Combi Pond Drum Filter
• Burtons BD 300 Combi MK3 Pond Drum Filter
• Burtons BD 300 Pond Drum Filter
• Burtons BD 500 Pond Drum Filter
• Burtons BD 700 Pond Drum Filter
• Burtons TF 500 Pond Drum Through-Flow Filter
• Burtons TF 700 Pond Drum Through-Flow Filter
• Burtons Submersible UV Clarifiers
• Burtons Submersible Amalgam UV Clarifiers
• Burtons Bio Flo+ Media
• Burtons Bio Tube Media
• Burtons Drum Screen Cleaning Powder
• Browse Burtons drum filters
• Read our drum filter guide
• View Burtons UV clarifiers