Micro-Beast MB20 (inc 50L Micro K1)
| Brand | |
|---|---|
| Supplier SKU | FS0861 |
| Supplier Availability | Out of stock |
| Vessel Diameter | 500 mm |
| Filter Media Included | 50 L K1 Micro |
| Maximum Flow Rate | 10,230 L/h |
| Connections | 1½-inch |
Waterco MicroBeast MB20 pressure filter supplied with 50 L K1 Micro, multiport valve and a maximum stated flow of approximately 10,230 L/h. Use with effective coarse pre-filtration.
£1,033.59 (inc VAT)
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Micro-Beast MB20 (inc 50L Micro K1)
The Waterco MicroBeast MB20 is a compact pressure filter supplied with 50 L K1 Micro. Water is driven through a packed bed of K1 Micro, where the media captures fine suspended solids while its protected surface supports the bacteria that process dissolved fish waste.
A multiport valve directs filtration, backwash and rinse cycles without opening the vessel. The design is convenient in a tidy plant room, but it still needs effective coarse pre-filtration; leaves, blanketweed and heavy waste should be removed before they reach the packed media.
Key filter benefits
- Supplied with 50 L K1 Micro
- K1 Micro offers high protected biological surface area
- Multiport valve for routine cleaning cycles
- Injection-moulded Exotuf pressure vessel
- Maximum stated flow approximately 10,230 L/h
- Vessel pressure rating 3.5 bar / 50 psi
Verified product information
| Model | MB20 |
|---|---|
| K1 Micro included | 50 L K1 Micro |
| Maximum stated flow | 10,230 L/h |
| Vessel diameter | 500 mm |
| Valve / pipe size | 1½-inch |
| Maximum vessel pressure | 3.5 bar / 50 psi |
| Supplier SKU | FS0861 |
Pump, pre-filter and backwash planning
Choose the circulation pump from the required delivered flow after the resistance of the MicroBeast, UV, pipework and height. Bead-style filters create more head than an open multi-bay, and the pump must also provide the backwash performance specified by the manufacturer.
Fit unions and isolation around the valve, provide a full-bore waste route and leave enough headroom to remove the lid or valve. During backwash, follow the exact valve sequence and switch the pump off before changing positions.
Our practical view: A MicroBeast can produce very polished water, but it should not be the pond’s leaf trap. A sieve, drum or other coarse separator ahead of the pump protects the K1 Micro bed and greatly reduces the frequency and water cost of backwashing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the K1 Micro supplied?
Yes. This listing includes 50 L K1 Micro.
Does it need a pre-filter?
Strong coarse pre-filtration is recommended so large solids do not pack into the media bed.
Can I turn the valve with the pump running?
No. Stop the pump before changing any multiport-valve position.
How often should it be backwashed?
Use pressure rise, flow reduction and pond conditions rather than a fixed calendar. Heavily fed koi ponds may need frequent cleaning.
Is the maximum flow my target flow?
Not automatically. Select a working flow that suits the pond, biological load and acceptable pressure loss.
Supplier availability: SKS currently lists this model as out of stock. We have kept the page live because the specification, compatibility and replacement information remain useful; checkout stays disabled until stock returns.
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