New to Canister Filters, I've a 75gal Live Tropical Plant Tank. I've read that this only comes w/ sample media/filters. What do I need to Buy with it?
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The XP-L only comes with 5 bio stars and a bag of carbon. The XP-L needs 30-35 bio stars and each bag of media is designated for a 55 gallon tank. So if you use Bio-Chem, Phos-zorb, carbon, or any other media you'll need two bags of each for this canister. U can also use bulk media and your own reusable bags. Not sure what is cheaper.
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Go to Petco or Petsmart and they have several configurations of ceramic media (stars and cylinders) and should have all the filter media you need.....your best source for learning about your filter is youtube.
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Bio chem stars, carbon pouch, I make my our. I also buy big roll of micro filtration pad cut to fit. Go to go. Had my for years.
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I use a G90 on a 55gal tank. You should always use a larger filter than required on a given size tank. Bigger is better.
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I bought everything through Amazon: 1)Fluval Pre-Filter Media - 750 grams/26.45 ounces, 2)Deep Blue Professional ADB41001 Plain Polyfiber Media Pad, 18 by 30-Inch3)Marineland PA0392 Diamond Blend Activated Carbon/Ammonia Neutralizing Crystals, 50-Ounce, 1417-Gram. You have to cut the media pad to shape. I used three layers of it in one tray. I will be ordering another pump for my second tank. Priming the pump is a challenge at first, and you have to make sure the pickup is submerged, but for the money...
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Contact John Chen at, sales@ispringfilters.com. He can give you exact items needed. They also sell filter supplies for this unit and can answer any tech questions you may have. I rate them 5 stars, higher if there was such a thing I've been their customer for 3 years and have had this system and have had excellent service from them.
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I bought the 106 version and it came along with anything needed to run it. Just plug in the hoses as described in the manual, deep the hoses inside the tank and thats it. Later on, if you with so, you could exchange the media to others, include more ceramics or even add up a bag of Purigen.
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I would go with 150 more filtration for your tank, I have regular 29 gallon tank and I have Marineland 200 filter works great. 2 month went by and water still clear and all water tests pass.
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everything you need comes with it. no extras, except of course replacement filters. I bought a unit that would be used in a bigger tank, and because of that, I only have to change the filter about every 3 months, whereas before I was cleaning it every week and changing it every month. I just have a turtle in the tank, so keep the water level fairly low so he has room to be out of the water, and the tank stays crystal clear. I could probably go even longer without changing the filter, but felt guilty that I wasn't having to clean the tank of murky water every week. But, the water stays nice and clear, and the turtle loves the fact he can sit on his deck and have water pour over him if he wants. (He's a very social turtle) I absolutely LOVE this new filter!!
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It comes with all the filter media you will need. Just rinse them and your ready to go.
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I have the G6 and it came with a standard prefilter and the chemical cartridge filled with Fluval fine charcoal. Make sure that you read up on all of the other types. The nitrate reducing ones are not to be used in Saltwater/Reef aquariums. Also, the chemical cartridge can be opened from one side so that you can empty it and refill it with your favorite media.
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Neither sponge is worth using. I recommend getting biomax media and an aqua-clear sponge. Buy the smallest sponge size, and then you can cut it to fit the filter. Under the sponge you can fit the bag of biomax media, but you may have to remove some of the ceramic pieces for it to fit in the filter compartment. Also, this is not essential but you can get a small media bag at Petsmart and buy some activated carbon to put in the bag, then stuff in the filter around the intake tube. You can only put a little carbon in, but if you want carbon, you can have it.
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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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Just cut a piece from filter foam sheet. They sell a whole filter package at Petsmart for $5. I use them in my canister filter.
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You need to replace the sponges IMMEDIATELY with a better filter medium. Look through the reviews and you will find what to use. Otherwise this is a great, quiet little filter for very small aquariums.
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well you can also find bigger sponge filters these are great filters but only for like a 10 gallon tank personally I like the Magnum 350 canisters
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Buy a good adapter here and refill your 1lb tanks from a 20 or larger tank. No need for a hose, regulator, filter, or paying $3 a tank. Many places online tell you how to safely do it.
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A year supply of food comes with the kit. I know this is random but I don't recommend getting a filter cage if you want a way to keep it clean. I have had experience with that after getting a mystery snail and wanted to keep the tank cleaned.
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Cimes with I media filter I fill mine with the amoina charcoal mix thus is a good add on to a tank clears it up and keeps it clear when the media bag wearsbout I use the blue filter sponge u get at petco or petsmart it last for ever