does this filter have an adjustable in and out flow, would it be low enough current for a betta
449479
the filter does not have any adjustment but i think it would be fine for a betta. depending on the size of the tank. you can also modify the spray bar or use something different if your worried about it.
449480
No, it is not adjustable. You could slow down the flow by stuffing extra filter materials or partly blocking the output. It would be too much for a betta in a small tank, like a 5G. You might be able to use it in a 10G, specially if you lift the spray bar above the water level -- more aeration, less current. But if you have a smaller tank for your betta (like most owners), this would not be your first choice of filters.
449481
I positioned the spray bar to spray "backwards", directly at the glass it's attached to with suction cups, and it works great. Not too much current since it's immediately deflected by the glass. So no, the output is not adjustable, but there are all kinds of ways you can position the output to lower the resulting current if that's your goal. A betta would be fine in my tank (6 gals) with this canister.
187152
you can change the current strength on the back of the filter. I set it to medium and my betta has no problem swimming all over
1014032
You are wise to buy too much filter for your small tank and yes, you can adjust to outflow to whatever you want.
1179847
I just plugged it in and it provides a nice steady flow of water that lets the fish enjoy the action but they can still swim against the flow so it's not too strong either. Plus it's quiet!
1119615
Yes! I use them in all my 5 gallon betta tanks. It is the only filter I have found that does not produce to much current.
1959301
I actually got a betta heater that suctions to the side of this tank without an issue. I love this tank. I would, however, invest in a different "filter" as it doesn't come with a filter but an air stone. I found a small tank filter at my local pet store. The LED light is amazing, several colors and a couple effects on it. All in all my Betta and I love this tank :)
784623
This tank comes with a submersible filter. No air pump, tubing, heater etc. It is a very basic tank. The LEDs are nice. I have 1 male betta and he dies fine in it. Definitely for small fish.
742491
I am not aware to any way to adjust the current. Maybe a dense planting around the filter work do the trick..
909626
Bett....there are extensions for the intake and will work at a lower level. The output doesn't come with exemptions, however something could be made very easily (if needed). In my 120gal aquarium, my intake is closer to the bottom. I can drain the tank to just above the intake and it still runs fine. Keep in mind, these filters have a strong output. I do not have turtles and if the output is above the waterline, it may get a tad rough in there. Someone more familiar with turtles could probably touch on that a bit more.
1571365
Yes, there's a flow adjustment knob on the pump housing. You'll have to adjust it prior to placing the pump in the back sump. I have mine at the lowest setting and my betta swims around fine. You can also arrange decor or plants in front of the outlet to diminish flow further.
879051
Not too strong but there is a mini switch you can lower in case you feel it is a bit too strong. I have aquatic turtles so the current would be different for fish as they are not heavy in weight. I feel that this filter would be good for fish not too good for turtles as they are a bit bigger & their stool is as well.
1621503
It sits on the back next to the light. But if I might give some advice about the filter, it has a high/low flow button on the bottom. I had mine on high and my little fish kept getting sucked up and they couldn't get out so I really recommend you keep it on the low setting in the small tank.
744484
I am not sure the flow rate, but it is adjustable. mine is in a 150gal I am at about 3/4 on flow it cleaned up tank in two days . works great I love it. highly recommend it. worth every penny.
816685
There is a switch you can move it to raight or to the left is the one were water are sucked to the filter even to fast flow the flow is not that much ( it is realy slow water flow ) put it dose the job.Good luck
278169
If you are going to use this for a betta I would not put a "bigger" filter on as they do not do well in moving water. This small of a tank really cannot be "cycled" anyway so you would need to replace the water weekly anyway.
1368110
Yes, the filter can go all the way under the water. And the flow can be directed which way to go. The extension wand is very nice. My Betta doesn't get thrown around. And you can set it to high or low.
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