I have a 55 gal tank with res turtle that measures 9 in and was wondering if the XP3 would be good enough or should I go with the XP4?
336825
Yes it will. Fair warning it will be mildly tricky getting it to prime w lower water levels that turts have but once it goes you're gonna be a happy camper.
336826
Yes that would be enough filter for your tank size. xp3 would be enough. I have had these filter for about 10 years now. Work well.
336827
I would always go larger than what I need. I have a 55 gallon with big oscars and I bought the xpl rated for 175 gallons. A bigger filter allows more water fitter action per minute and turtles are pretty dirty. My son has 4 turtles in a 45 gallon with a filtration platform plus a xp filter 4.
120037
My tank is 30 and this one works perfect since its right in the middle of the ranges. If u have a 20 I'd go with the smaller one.
1858761
I've had several fluvals from 305,406, and fx6. The two smaller ones I've had for 5+ years and both still work great my fx6 is built even better then those two and I've had it for 10 months with no problems at all. The 406 was used for two years on a turtle tank worked great.
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I have Fluval C3 and C4. I used the C3 on a 70 gallon freshwater aquarium and it was okay but I replaced it with the C4 which works much better. I'm using the C3 now with a 20 gallon freshwater. For 56 gallon tank either would be okay, but the C4 filter medium needs less frequent rinsing compared to the C3.
909628
The API FilStar XP Canister Filter - XL (formerly the XP4) is an excellent filter for turtles. I have a few of them running right now. They're great filters. Require low maintenance on your turtle aquariums. They'll fit 55-75 gallon aquariums (standard sized).
2130246
that all depends on what filter you have, for me i have a turtle and a 60gallon tank, so i use about 100grams on a fluval405 , and it lasts about two months with clear odorless water. your situation might be different , i think this should be more than enough if only for regular fish.
1454428
It would def keep your 10 gal tank clean for along time and it would be very safe for a small turtle. I've been very happy with this filter. We have little baby fish all the time and they're totally fine. The filter is quiet and it's nice to not have to clean the tank all the time!
475038
The 750 is a good size for your tank. I have the 1150 for a 75. The key is the position. Experiment with a few to see what your fish like.
1731776
Yes, it comes with everything to get started. For a 40-gallon, I would recommend the XP2 (XP-M) or XP3 (XP-L). I have an XP2 for a 29-gallon freshwater set-up. The manufacturer says an XP2 can be used for up to a 75-gallon tank. If you want growing room, or more versatility, then I'd get the XP3 (XP-L). You can tell the model by how many baskets come with the filter: XP1 or XP-S has one basket, the XP2 or XP-M has two, and so on.
1520643
I have a similar turtle in a 30gal tank, and I use the 500 model. It keeps the water clear, but requires maintenance every few weeks. If you have the room and a few extra bucks, get the 700 model. The 1200 is overkill, but as the other person said you can't over-filter.
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The lamp is a fine size for pretty much any size tank but it would depend of the power of the bulb you have in it and what you are keeping in the tank. For a 10g turtle tank I would suggest a lower strength bulb maybe like 25-40w.
1858762
I switched from an eheim pro about a year ago. Had the eheim for many years but had a lot of issues including the dreaded intermittent leak. The Fluval is great, simple and does not look like it will ever leak. I have it in a 200 gal tank with 2 mature res turtles.
949357
I bought two hoods for a standard 55 gallon aquarium. It should also work on a 20/29 high tank as well. At work so don't have specs. Nice hood but bulbs they give you are not as bright as I thought .
2190869
I have a 75 gallon and run an eheim 2217 which is very large. I know a lot of folks will run two 2217 filters in a 75 or 90 gallon if they are heavily stocked. Eheims have great reputation if you search some of the forums from the hobby specific sites. I decided to not run the pro3 series because the classic 2217 can fit so much more biomedia for big tanks. I left the pro3 for my smaller 45 gallon tank. Check it out yourself and compare the flow rate and capacity before you choose the model.
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I got the 300 watt for my 55 gal. seems to do fine. I rather have a higher watt and turn it down lower. Besides after they get old and don't work as well a higher watt seems to do better. I think a 250 would do the job for a 55 gal
276938
This will be too strong because of the wattage, if you can find a 75w then go for it. I use mine on a 55 gallon tank but I wouldn't d use it on a tank that small.
2244141
I have a 55 gallon tank and 2 works perfect. Comes with the whole top. Popped the old one out and new ones fit right in