ok heres my question and thank u in advance for taking time to answer it.I have been told that when u fill up the 4 trays with media is really slows down the water flow,sounds reasonable as if u pack a filter with stuff the odds are the flow woill slow down,so my question is for a 75 gallon take if it slows down from 525 to lets say 350 would a marineland 350 filter on the other side be ok along with like a 400 circulation /powerhead in the water.That way you get 350 x 2 of filtration plus another 300 gph circulation in the water from the powerhead.Instead of getting 2 cannisters would this way be ok.Thoughts please dave ok heres my question and thank u in advance for taking time to answer it.I have been told that when u fill up the 4 trays with media is really slows down the water flow,sounds reasonable as if u... » Read More ok heres my question and thank u in advance for taking time to answer it.I have been told that when u fill up the 4 trays with media is really slows down the water flow,sounds reasonable as if u pack a filter with stuff the odds are the flow woill slow down,so my question is for a 75 gallon take if it slows down from 525 to lets say 350 would a marineland 350 filter on the other side be ok along with like a 400 circulation /powerhead in the water.That way you get 350 x 2 of filtration plus another 300 gph circulation in the water from the powerhead.Instead of getting 2 cannisters would this way be ok.Thoughts please dave « Show Less
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I am running mine on a 120 Gal. tank which is also fully planted with no problem. 2 350's on a 75 Gal. would be an overkill in my opinion.
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Hi Dave, I honest dont believed you need so many filters. The water flow seams weak for the ratings its true. Now remember what you going after is a steady and consistent flow of water with the right bacteria and minerals fish need to stay healty. You get two of this canisters you will be a believer as well. Just know they need to get clean every 3 months. The best part you dont even know they there working because you hear nothing unlike most annoying motors, power heads are a lot of work after a while. Hope this helps.
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from the way I understand it you need 3 or 4X the flow per hour so 3X75=225 and times 4 is still only 300 gallons an hour. so it should be more than enough for filtering your tank. Now if you want more flow just add a powerhead and direct it in tha direction you need.
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I would suggest trying just the Aquatop and see how much it circulates first. You may be surprised. It really moves a lot of water. I have it on a 120 gallon tank and wouldn't use any thing more unless I was doing a salt water set-up and wanted a wave maker. Even then it is more than adequate. Remember this, canister filters filter more water by design that H.O.B filters do.
828319
Hey dave, unfortunately I was unable to get this canister to work for me. Sorry I was not able to answer this question for you.
828320
I would suggest the filter should be rated at least 25 gallons above whatever size tank you have. Also take into consideration how many and what size fish you have (how much waste will their be). If you have large fish you are definitely going to want a larger filter and powerhead. For small fish ... you get it... I had Oscars very large and it was challenging to keep up with. Small fish are easy.
828321
yes and no. I rinse clean everything except the bio media which I rinse in tank water ONLY. The pads are all reusable so just rinse them clean and reuse. The carbon is also reusable until it starts to either clog or change color.
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I rinse the pads and carbon in the sink and I have a bucket of tank water to rinse my bio media in. now they will tell you not to rinse the pads in the sink but it's the only way to get them clean and I put de-chlorine in the bottom of the filter to get rid of any chlorine in the pads. the reason you don't rinse the bio media in the sink is to not kill the good bacteria. And yes the trays do come out and stack on top of each other.
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The more filteration the better always. You want to turn over the water as much as you can. I have two on my 125 this one and a five stage i bought here and does great.
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it's really a matter of choice. A hood helps keep down the evaporation but it's a pain to keep clean especially with a salt tank.
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I just set my Finnex PX-360 up on a 10 gallon tank and I have the canister several feet below the tank. I'm not sure how much it effects the flow rate (it's definitely stronger when it's closer to the water level) but I still get very strong flow (in fact, maybe a little too much for bettas - the only way to change the flow is by raising and lowering the canister, I don't believe there's a pump speed controller.) I have an inline UV sterilizer and it doesn't seem to be detrimental to the flow rate.
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1 is barely enough 2 shouldn't hurt I have 2500gph in my 55 and it could take more a good rule of thumb go salt water is "a minimum of 20gph flow per 1 gallon of tank volume" so a 55 needs a minimum of 2100 gph also just watch your aquarium and give it what it likes
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The media that comes with it is enough to use it . There is room for more if you want to add some . I own two G6 filters now , and will buy a third when I can afford to . I have only used what is supplied , with the exception of changing the chemical filtration media as needed . And I have heavily stocked African cichlids tanks . The fine mechanical filter will need frequent cleaning when you first start running the filter . That means like once a day . But once everything settles down , once a week or every other week is average in my tanks but as I said lots of fish and some very large . Good luck , Enjoy ! The media that comes with it is enough to use it . There is room for more if you want to add some . I own two G6 filters now , and will buy a third when I can afford to . I have only used what is supplied , with the exception of changing the chemical filtration media as needed . And I have heavily stocked African cichlids tanks . The fine mechanical filter will need frequent cleaning when you first start running the filter . That means like once a day . But once everything settles down , once a week or every other week is average in my tanks but as I said lots of fish and some very large .... » Read More The media that comes with it is enough to use it . There is room for more if you want to add some . I own two G6 filters now , and will buy a third when I can afford to . I have only used what is supplied , with the exception of changing the chemical filtration media as needed . And I have heavily stocked African cichlids tanks . The fine mechanical filter will need frequent cleaning when you first start running the filter . That means like once a day . But once everything settles down , once a week or every other week is average in my tanks but as I said lots of fish and some very large . Good luck , Enjoy ! « Show Less
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I would think one should give you a good current. Remember your filtration system is also creating current. In my 10 gallon reef, I have this and a HOB for a 30 gallon but I was aiming for a higher current flow for my corals like the Xenia. With this powerhead, I can see an extremely slow movement of my sand. I must say extremely slow because I only can see it if I look at my sand at close up. Nothing that would create a sand shift though. Hope this helps.
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I have been using theses filters for ever, I would suggest moving up to one size bigger, the larger has an extension tube that comes with it, this one only goes about 6" into the water. When it comes to filtration, bigger is better if you have room, the larger has 2 chambers/holds 2 media inserts, you will be much happier and the tank will be much cleaner, and there isn't a lot of difference in the cost.
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I am sorry for the delay, here is the way I have it, I am the type of person who prefer to have more than less, I have 2 in mine and both are 1500 and it is a very big and strong current if your fish are at least 5 inches it will be fine if they are smaller it will be too much, also I have them running one hour each so the current changes and there is a flow everywhere, this is my way of doing it. so Basically for small passive fish one will do, for bigger fish 2 because it will create a nice current and some like it and some avoid it. Sorry for the delay, and I hope I was able to answer your question.Dimitri I am sorry for the delay, here is the way I have it, I am the type of person who prefer to have more than less, I have 2 in mine and both are 1500 and it is a very big and strong current if your fish are at least 5 inches it will be fine if they are smaller it will be too much, also I have them running one hour each so the current changes and there is a flow everywhere, this is my way of doing it. so Basically for small passive fish one will do, for bigger fish 2 because it will create a nice current and some like it and some avoid it. Sorry for the delay, and I hope I was able to answer... » Read More I am sorry for the delay, here is the way I have it, I am the type of person who prefer to have more than less, I have 2 in mine and both are 1500 and it is a very big and strong current if your fish are at least 5 inches it will be fine if they are smaller it will be too much, also I have them running one hour each so the current changes and there is a flow everywhere, this is my way of doing it. so Basically for small passive fish one will do, for bigger fish 2 because it will create a nice current and some like it and some avoid it. Sorry for the delay, and I hope I was able to answer your question.Dimitri « Show Less
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In my system I have had no problems with reduction in water pressure, and I also have a water softner inline after the filter. I know that water continues to flow although Abundant flow recommends not using water while the backwash is taking place and setting the cycle when not using water. Our system is set for midnight.
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Generally one scoop per cup using the Bodum scoop unless the grind your using is very fine.Very fine grind slows the flow of water which may cause backup and over flow because the filter screen is a fine mesh. Be sure to get the filter holder all the way in as the valve on the bottom has to push down the valve on the pot to get full flow. I didn't once and the water couldn't pass through the filter fast enough and overflowed.
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Do a google search , I have found out they come in carbon block cyl. and 2 1-2 x 10 long , the centers about 1 in You may note the flow rate of each filter. I use my filters in tandem so its rough and then a fine. Go to Lowes or Home depot and you can compare. Note the WHKF-DWHV is 3/4 npt inlets. You may want to put a T in and run them in tandom main feeds the T and two filers at the same time ---======---- parrell NOT series Higher flow rate
729781
The flow rate is very low. I'm not a turtle-person, but I seem to remember that turtles are quite messy. This filter will certainly not be too fast - but it may not be fast enough.
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Mine was the same and caused me much concern at first. Just brush off the filters and wait until they become saturated. Within a couple days mine sped up to where it will now fill the reservoir within four hours or so. Been using it for a year now with no problems and am completely satisfied.
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That pump should be fine. The filter slows the water quite a bit anyway. It probably takes almost a minute to fill a quart. I use it at camp so I don't have it with me. And I don't know the strength of the pump I use either. The water tastes fine. 30gph seems a bit fast but I haven't timed it. I love it.
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Well the maximum flow rate is at about 119-120 gph by sliding the (intake tube to its minimal setting) you essentially cut the max flow in half since only half of the intake pipe is over the impellor. Im sure there might be a few gph + or - with the hydralics involved but 60 gph would be a good estimate ... Not sure on cost per month our electric bill hasnt swayed all that much and I have a c4 as well as a 406 canister marineland plant led's and air pumps going on 2 tanks
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I've got a 18ftx4ft pool and it worked fine for me. I think these are all pretty standard sizes. I actually don't close off the water flow when I clean my filter though. I unscrew the top, take the filter out and let the water flow out the top until it's clear. The water in the housing will be largely unfiltered water anyway and tends to collect a lot of crud on the dirty side of the filter. When the water flowing out the top is clear, I put the top of the housing back in place and take the filter and clean it. Then I re-open the filter housing and put the filter back in. The water you loose this way isn't enough to really affect the pool level if you are reasonably careful. I've got a 18ftx4ft pool and it worked fine for me. I think these are all pretty standard sizes. I actually don't close off the water flow when I clean my filter though. I unscrew the top, take the filter out and let the water flow out the top until it's clear. The water in the housing will be largely unfiltered water anyway and tends to collect a lot of crud on the dirty side of the filter. When the water flowing out the top is clear, I put the top of the housing back in place and take the filter and clean it. Then I re-open the filter housing and put the filter back in. The water you... » Read More I've got a 18ftx4ft pool and it worked fine for me. I think these are all pretty standard sizes. I actually don't close off the water flow when I clean my filter though. I unscrew the top, take the filter out and let the water flow out the top until it's clear. The water in the housing will be largely unfiltered water anyway and tends to collect a lot of crud on the dirty side of the filter. When the water flowing out the top is clear, I put the top of the housing back in place and take the filter and clean it. Then I re-open the filter housing and put the filter back in. The water you loose this way isn't enough to really affect the pool level if you are reasonably careful. « Show Less
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Best arrangement for Sliders is to have the bottom two baskets and half the top basket filled with biomedia (any kind of ceramic rings will work well). On top of the bio media in the top basket a bag of carbon and a bag of purigen, and on top of that the blue filter pad. I have used this media stack for about 1.5 years without cleaning, and the water is still perfect. I have 1 adult RES in a 75 gallon tank. See this thread http://www.redearslider.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t;=30145
1959336
Installing this unit or any filtration system will reduce pressure.The higher the flow rate the greater the loss. Is it a noticeable difference? Not in most cases and minimal in most others. During the 59 min. backwash cycle you will have untreated water available for use, but obviously you want to minimize use during this time. Sizing or other questions, just call 602ABCWATER. Will