Would this be good for a 10 Gallon Tank. We are in the process of getting rid of Ich. The box of tabs we have suggests UV Sterilizer.
1941676
Specs say 20 gallons or less. I would say between 10 and 20. Anything less and the tank gets too warm from the device. Definitely a good product though. I gave the 9 watt one in my 20 gallon and it works great. I used it to clean up an algae bloom but the specs say "Kills algae, pathogens and harmful bacteria" which may be why the tabs recommended them.
869628
Yes, I purchased this specifically for a 10 gallon and it worked very well. It is an extremely efficient filter, easy to change cartridges, and basically soundless. Could not be better for a smaller tank.
1699532
It should have come all ready to go from the box. As long as it is submerged and the air line is out of the water it is fine. I would highly recommend you test your water quality. Sterilizers in general are used for cleaning up algae blooms, bacteria, or other water born parasites. These devices are not a cure all for all tank or pond problems. If you do not think the sun sun is working properly pull it from your tank or pond and start taking it apart. The base should easily pull off exposing the bulb( which is covered by a black tube). There will be a black foam filter included in the base. Remove the foam and clean it thoroughly. To access the bulb screw off the covering. Be careful there is a plastic ring on the threads of the casing. The bulb sits in glass covering. There is a clear rubber stopper that prevents the bulb from moving around in the tube. Pull off the glass tube and take a look at the bulb. Is it discolored? Is it cracked? If so you need a new bulb. When I ordered my sun sun sterilizer I also purchased a extra bulb from amazon. They usually last a year or two depending on use. If your water is crystal clear and your fish are dying then it is not the pump. Please test your water thoroughly. If you do not have a test kit most pet stores will test you water for you. I hope this was helpful for you and good luck.
1107485
It will work fine on a 10 gallon tank. You can adjust how much c02 is released and the cartridges will last longer than for a larger tank.
136123
In my opinion, a 10 g wouldn't require this sort of thing unless you'd like to create a population of copepods or to raise macroalgae to help reduce nitrates/phosphates. It doesn't provide much "flow", whatsoever. It merely drips into your display tank.
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I would SO use this for a 10 Gallon, the extra filtration is never a bad thing, and allows for the future upgrade of aquarium size. Often people overstock a 10 gallon and this size would keep up with the extra waste.. It doesn't make it OK to overstock though. I Purchased an aquarium kit (25G High) and this was included, I will put this on my 10 and transfer my Fluval C3 to the 25. My filter measures about 7''. Soooo, long story short I would recommend you trim your hood. Just cut it up, don't sweat it..
1588067
I'm using it in a 3 gallon Tetra Cube. As long as it's submerged horizontal or vertically, and not touching substrate, it'll work. The heater is 6.5" tall x 2" wide. I like it because, it heats to a set temperature; if the tank is too warm, it shuts off. I've been using it for a month, checking with a thermometer, and it's been spot on 80, as set for my Betta.
1500233
Hello, I used it on a 30 gallons heavily planted tank to get rid of Ick an it did worked without harming my plants, just stick to the instructions!
806713
we have them on a 20 gallon. it works well for that. im not sure about a 10.
1801428
I am using it in a 75 gallon tank with cichlids. I'm very happy with it. I don't know about your situation. Good luck
780591
My daughter has a 10 gal goldfish tank that it's hooked up to. Works great!
878286
you can but i would use the model RP90 with built in uv sterilizer for freshwater it will help a Great Deal with parasites such as ICK.
1467247
hi . ours works excellent on a 75 gal tank , excellent so i imagine two would be great just dont overfeed and do regular water changes , definately use the uv when putting in new fish ! add a few bubblers we use the lighted underwater bubblers 24 inches and of course all depends on freshwater or saltwater tank , we use ours on africans and discus tanks , its a super quiet and very efficient filter sherry
1918600
I have our beta in a 5 gal tank with this filter and he/she loves it! This filter doesn't produce a very strong current, I would think that in a 10 gal it would be hardly noticeable
1880572
The answer depends entirely upon what you're using the UV sterilizer for. If you're trying to kill parasites during their free-swimming life stage, then you need a slower pump so that the water (and the organisms floating in it) take longer to get through the sterilizer and so are exposed to more radiation. If you're just trying to kill algae, then you want a higher-speed pump. There's a chart included with the pump that indicates the flow-rate needed to kill different floating organisms. What are you using the sterilizer for?
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I have a 10 gallon tank I use as a quarantine tank and the QuietFlow 10 intake is about 1/2 down the tank so it should be okay. However sometimes these filters struggle if there is not a lot of water above the intake. You might want to look for some kind of extension tube to get the intake for the filter lower in the tank. I think you'd be okay without one but the filter may have to work a little harder.
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It works great on a 10 Gallon tank and I am now using it on a 20 Gallon. You will still need a filter, the filter on the unit is just to keep objects out of the water path.