Whisper^® IQ Power Filter

Product No. 78000

Whisper^® IQ filters use StayClean™ technology for easier maintenance and healthy fish. A sound barrier decouples motor from filter to give you the quiet you've always wanted. With better materials and impeller upgrades, these filters are made to last. It's time for a filter that's easy to use and easy to clean!
Whisper^® IQ technology gives you a filter that is does the job while staying quiet. The SoundShield provides a barrier between the motor and filter to minimize noise. Combine that with vibration dampening technology and these filters give you quiet power to keep your tank clean.

Whisper IQ 10 use Whisper® Bio-Bag® Cartridges with Stay Clean™ Technology (Unassembled) Medium Cartridge
Whisper IQ 20, Whisper IQ 30, Whisper IQ 45 and Whisper IQ 60 use Whisper® Bio-Bag® Cartridges with Stay Clean™ Technology (Unassembled) Large Cartridge

Sizes Available

The product comes in the following sizes:
Whisper IQ 10 - 105 GPH
Whisper IQ 20 - 130 GPH
Whisper IQ 30 - 175 GPH
Whisper IQ 45 - 215 GPH
Whisper IQ 60 - 300 GPH

Instructions

Whisper IQ

Product Reviews
Question & Answer

How do you get the filter to work this is the 2one I have bought in 1 month and it just suddenly stopped working I have had my fish for 6yrs really don't want them to die this is just horrible and it the 4of July so no one is answering the phone .

Asked by: Dudanna

We were closed on Thursday and Friday for the holiday. Any time you have an issue like this, simply do a partial water change. This takes the place of the filter. In the meantime, make sure it is not clogged up. The instructions include how to take out the impeller to check it and clean it, and this is most likely what you need to do to get it going again. Sand, plant matter, hair-like strands, etc., get hung in the impeller. If you are unable to get it going please email petsupport@spectrumbrands.com or call 1-800-526-0650. Brex

Answered by: BREX

Date published: 2019-07-09

Can you use traditional Tetra Filter Cartridges - Unassembled without smart clean technology tablets in the new IQ mode filters?

Asked by: Christian2

Yes, you sure can. You can use the IQ cartridges in the old style Whisper filters as well. Both types of cartridges will fit either type of system. Brex

Answered by: BREX

Date published: 2019-05-29

What impeller do I need for EX45 or Whisper 40?

Asked by: Neddie

The Whisper 40 takes this one: http://www.tetra-fish.com/products/parts/impeller-whisper-40-2-20-40-2000.aspx (t's not sold out, there is an error on the page I will get corrected) and the EX 45 takes this one: http://www.tetra-fish.com/products/parts/impeller-whisper-ex45-and-ex70.aspx. Brex

Answered by: BREX

Date published: 2019-05-17

After cleaning the filter, the motor housing separated from the filter body and won't reconnect. The picture isn't clear enough to know how to attach them.

Asked by: Teapot

Are you connecting it on the backside then rotating it forward? If you need additional help, email petsupport@spectrumbrands.com. Brex

Answered by: BREX

Date published: 2019-05-15

Is there a maximum water level for the Whisper IQ 20? I’m concerned about the power cord touching the water or being splashed by the fish.

Asked by: Alex L

The water level in the tank should go to just under the top frame of the tank. The spillway of the filter should be submerged in the water. To avoid water dripping down the cord and being a hazard, make drip loop so the cord goes down below the outlet, then back up to it. Brex

Answered by: BREX

Date published: 2019-05-10

Daughter and I are setting up our first tank and bought this filter. Is the only filter the large bio bag + the plastic bio grid? Is that bag referred to as the cartridge or is there another piece we are supposed to use?

Asked by: Iball

Correct, it should have a bio bag/replacement filter cartridge and a plastic bio grid. The first one is replaceable while the second one is the permanent biological filter. It can be called a bio bag or a cartridge as both terms are correct. You replace it once a month. The bio grid you clean whenever it appears clogged, using water from the tank you drew out during a water change. BREX

Answered by: BREX

Date published: 2019-03-25

I can't seem to find the filters for my micro Filters # 25799 or #25807

Asked by: Teresa58

Those would be the Whisper Bio Bag size medium replacement cartridges. They are sold pretty much anywhere that fish and aquarium supplies are sold. Petsmart, Petco, Walmart, Amazon, Chewy, etc. Even on our own site: http://www.tetra-fish.com/products/replacement-filter-media/whisper-bio-bag-replacement-cartridge-unassembled.aspx. BREX

Answered by: BREX

Date published: 2019-03-20

What are the dimensions of the IQ 10?

Asked by: Beta12

They are as follows: 5" L x 5.75: W x 7.5" H BREX

Answered by: BREX

Date published: 2019-03-19

Whisper® IQ Power Filter Questions - page 2

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Instructions

How do you get the filter to work this is the 2one I have bought in 1 month and it just suddenly stopped working I have had my fish for 6yrs really don't want them to die this is just horrible and it the 4of July so no one is answering the phone .

Can you use traditional&nbsp;Tetra Filter Cartridges - Unassembled without smart clean technology tablets in the new IQ mode filters?

What impeller do I need for EX45 or Whisper 40?

After cleaning the filter, the motor housing separated from the filter body and won't reconnect. The picture isn't clear enough to know how to attach them.

Is there a maximum water level for the Whisper IQ 20? I&rsquo;m concerned about the power cord touching the water or being splashed by the fish.

Daughter and I are setting up our first tank and bought this filter. Is the only filter the large bio bag + the plastic bio grid? Is that bag referred to as the cartridge or is there another piece we are supposed to use?

I can't seem to find the filters for my micro Filters # 25799 or #25807

What are the dimensions of the IQ 10?

Can you use traditional Tetra Filter Cartridges - Unassembled without smart clean technology tablets in the new IQ mode filters?

Is there a maximum water level for the Whisper IQ 20? I’m concerned about the power cord touching the water or being splashed by the fish.