can this filter be placed on the bottom of a fabric quarantine tank instead of suctioned on side walls?
1316678
Yes. The suction comes from the sides. I don't know if it would stay upright with out the cradle and suction cups
1316679
I suppose so. The catch is if you can figure out a way to suction it down to something, otherwise it will float around and could end up spraying out of the water.
1316680
As Long As The Top Small Piece Stays Above The Water Line, Then The Answer Is yes Although I'm Not Sure About The Fabric Bottom
2187847
I don't think so, it's disposable. I vacuumed the surface of my machine but not the filter
1681344
You would have to have a way to run water over this media. It can be used many different ways. I use it in a canister filter and a hang on back filter. In a tank that small and only a sponge filter I dont really see a way to use it unless you want to use it as a substrate.
1953741
Yes, it could, but I don't think it is recommended to put a filter on the suction side if your pump.
1137829
No, it is not recommended to do that at all. This will cause the filter to not function properly. You have 3 levels in the middle for your choice of media. Fluval has recommendations for the proper setup which can be fine tuned by the end user since every tank is different.
729778
I think it would depend on the dimensions of the tank. A good portion of the filter should be submerged. However, they do make a bottom filtration system, but they require more cleaning than these filters. I would still contact a pet store and ask someone what the best filter is for your environment.
1743284
I use this in conjunction with an over the top filter. I guess it would depend if the filter media was cycled with good bacteria and how many fish you have.
479002
We have ours mounted under the sink and while the filter unit mounts on the wall, the tank sits on the cabinet floor. The unit takes over half of our under the sink space. There is not enough tubing to mount in the basement.
1331688
No. The HEPA filter is a cylindrical core at the middle of the cyclone, which may be removed for washing.
2087448
My initial reaction would be to say no. It's really about keeping the insides of your humidifier clean and muck-free. It significantly reduced the amount of slime that accumulates in the water laden areas of the machine. It will also extend the practical use of the wick filter, but dust I is a different matter.
697168
I am using mine for a turtle. I have a filter in it but have the filter wedged between rocks. I may put heater in later but would have to figure out a different way to hang it. Hope this helps. Really like tank.
1363802
yes. however you'd have to cut the plastic guard to fit your filter in the tank. measure how far the filter sticks out when placed in the tank and then cut the plastic accordingly.
1638967
You might be able to use it. That size turtle is a little big for that size tank. I use two of these filters both in the corners and it works fine. You could try one and see how it goes. If needed, get the second one. Personally, I don't change the filters as often as they recommend and I've been using this system for probably at least 6 years.
742492
No, there is no way to do so. It is one speed, but I had the filter in the corner of my 5 gallon tank without any disturbance to my fish - you may want to try positioning the filter in a different spot in your tank.
474511
Yes you can. There are tabs that you attach to the sides of the screen that the filter slides in and out of. I take mine off regularly.
1813528
You can't lay the canister filter on it's side. . Must be in the upright position.
359036
Since this is the prefilter media I would say place it in the top basket where it will trap larger debris (but I am not sure much will get past the outer foam inserts). It also helps to "break up" the water current to get a more even spread in the basket. The very similar looking Bio-Max rings are biological surface area modules that should be placed in the bottom media basket.