Can this power filter be used in a five gallon Aqueon tank?
1052722
The filters are listed "up to 10 Gal tank" so would probably work, but you need to check the dimensions of the box to be sure it would fit on the back of your 5. It is listed at 100 GPH, so 20 complete 5 gal water changes per hr. Dimensions of the filter listed by mfr 6.4" x 3.8" x 6.3" ( 3.8, so you need 6: high and 6"wide to hang it on the tank. Hope that helps
1643613
I don't think that you can. I am using it in a 75 gallon tank with a fluval fx5 filter. It is not performing like I had hoped. By the way, it has a very funky smell (new out of the container too).
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.
215916
I don't think so but you can adjust the filter to a very weak current that my fish seem not to notice
768679
Personally I think it may be too much for that size tank. It would filter just fine and do a great job, my only reservation would be current. It would be pretty turbulent in there and the intake might suck in some fish in a heavily stocked tank.
285689
First off, if you have an aquatic turtle he needs more water than that. If it is a tortoise enclosure, this filter will do just fine. It is not meant for heavy duty aquarium filtration. If you have 10+ gallons I would not recommend.
1908080
I use them in a turtle tank but without the model name/number of your filter, I'm not sure.
370322
The flow of water coming out of the top would be too strong for that small of a tank. In a 5 gal tank, the current was too strong for our betta and we had to put a cut water bottle around it to disperse the water flow. It's an excellent filter, but maybe a little too strong for a very small tank.
108169
It have the filter on a six foot tall tank and it does rather well but is a little under sized for what I'm using it for. If I were you I would consider using an pond pump (magnetic drive) with a foam prefilter. That being said, I have mine on a six foot tall 110 display fish tank and am only somewhat satisfied with it. I will be upgrading to an xpl in the near future for that reason. Also my filter has cracked on the corner after two years and had to be replaced. This will not have enough power running that application
17773
No, I am using mine in a 2 1/2 gallon Aqueon Betta Tank housing a red male Crown-tail Betta & a dwarf African frog. If you face the exhaust nozzle towards the rear of the filter just against the wall behind the filter just below the water's surface the water turbulence will be greatly diminished. I hope this information was helpful.
665743
I used this filter in a 10 gallon tank full of Guppies. It did very well for about a year and then I changed the cotton and charcoal.
1863854
Mine is a 5 gal, 5.0 hp....so I'm not sure if it will. Look back at some of these answers, cuz I am pretty sure I gave somebody exact measurements on the filter awhile back so they could make a good guess.
839784
It probably could be used for that. I have mine in a 20 gallon freshwater tank. Its very powerful and the waterflow is a little strong. Good filter though would definitely recommend.
90695
As a temporary fix for a power outage, yes. It's not supposed to be a permanent fixture because it burns up D batteries. I suggest you get an aerator that is designed specifically for an aquarium. Your best bet is to visit your local fish or pet store and see what they have available. Take pictures of the bowl and tank that you are referencing so they can help you out with exactly the size filtration system that you need.
1416373
One of my tanks is a 40 Gal.I run (2) Aqueon 30 filters.One at each end of the back of the tank.Aqueon's are great working filters,they do a great job in keeping the water crystal clear.I decided to purchase the Deep Blue Professional filter media for one of the filters,while running a regular Aqueon filter cartridge in the other.The deep blue can be cut perfectly to fit the Aqueon filter holder that slides in the filter box.The only drawback that I found is that the weave of the Deep Blue(although treated with charcoal)is not that tightly woven,such as the white filter media;thus it allows smaller food and waste particles to pass through without being able to trap them.This was my only complaint.It is a sturdy well constructed piece of filter media that can be cut to any size;washed out good,and re-used time and time again.If you run just this in your Aqueon 50, you won't need to add any other material.Maybe at most, a small mesh bag with Ammo/carb,although not necessary.
2079741
Yes. A lot of power if aimed @1/4 level from the bottom ,will reduce waste hitting the bottom. A filter rated for a 60 gal. Will clean up nice. Goldfish like water movement. You can add some small bottom feeders to get a variety. My 1050 has been perfect for 4 months of nonstop use
166412
Yes this filter is only good for very small tanks. As long as you have fish you will always have to do water changes. Only one way to slow water changes is live plants.