Which size is best for a standard 55 gallon tank? I have clown loaches that like a current, but don't want to blow away my other tropical fish.
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The 750 is a good size for your tank. I have the 1150 for a 75. The key is the position. Experiment with a few to see what your fish like.
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I have Fluval C3 and C4. I used the C3 on a 70 gallon freshwater aquarium and it was okay but I replaced it with the C4 which works much better. I'm using the C3 now with a 20 gallon freshwater. For 56 gallon tank either would be okay, but the C4 filter medium needs less frequent rinsing compared to the C3.
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I have mine on my aqueon 55 gallon. It works great so for me so far. Just make sure you get the 48-60 that way it lights your tank from end to end.
690994
This what I used for my quarantine Tank for new comers. Fish seemed to like it. Real quiet. I do agree with capslock and it might not be enough to clear all dead spots in tank if you have alot of decor. A friend of mine has two of these with the random flow caps on top of them, His tank is a taller 30g though. If you need more info share what kind of tank your setting up too, this will help define what flowrates are needed, ie. is saltwater, reeftank, freshwater?
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I have guppies so can't really say for larger fish. I have mine burried pretty deep in the gravel and I am usually the one that moves it, not the fish or other aquatics that are in my 30 gal tank.
1397111
the lowest setting is fine for my 15 gallon tall. I have 5 galaxy barbs, two albino cories cats, two amino shrimps, an otto catfish and a shit load of snails(Note: a bunch of moss cover my intake tube from time to time). But it depends on the fish you plan to get too. do your fish come from a place with fast moving water or slow? Since you already have a spare C4 and a tank just try it out. worse case you return the fish back.
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Most tetra species get more than 1.5 inches each at adult size. Some species of tetras getting up to 4.5 inches adult size. Putting tetras in this small of a tank is not recommended, because it will stunt them pretty bad and will shorten their life span. Professionally we recommend tetras to be in no less than 10 gallons. They do best in schools of 4 to 6 or more and need to be kept between 78-80 degrees as they are prone to stress and disease if kept in cooler water. Avid tetra owner for 15 years. Just my two cents.
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Depending on the size of your tank, the more circulation the better. I have a 60gal with a built in wet n dry sy1 (626) 915-3636stem. & I'm using the fluval 306 as 2nd filter. Got 4discus, 4angels, & 3silver dollar. 11 fishes doesn't seem much for 60gal. But the discus fishes are a good size. For what I have "YES" 2 filters works best & 10% water change every 3wks. Hope this helps u decide ?
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I would say the 700 or the 1200. The 700 is good for up to 65 gallons, so that would hopefully be enough for the turtle. I hear they are pretty messy though, so it wouldn't hurt to go with the 1200 which is good for up to 150 gallons. It seems like a lot, but you cant really have too much filtration. It would require less maintenance, keep the water crystal clear, and allow for you to use it for a larger aquarium if you decided to upgrade. It's totally up to you with your future plans and how much money you have at the moment.
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O yea that is plenty the catfish won't be going on longer runs so that's long enough and the weight, never worry about that if you match it I've.caught a 120 pound sea turtle on 25 braided just make a mono or fluoro leader so it doesn't break on a rock
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We have one on our 55 gal. tank which is 48L x 12W x 20H. I would recommend you use two for enough light for your tank. One is adequate for our tank and much brighter than the flourescent fixture we had previously.
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This co 2 regular is better for like 5 gallon tank at best IMO, just because the refill cost too much to replace. You better off for looking into co2 tank and regulator. Check out mr.aqua regulator tank.
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I would err on the side of caution and go with two. I use mine in a thirty gallon live well on my boat and it is more than sufficient to keep bait alive for a couple days. Fish tanks can have several thousand dollars tied up in tropicals and if it were my tank two would be my choice.
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No, it'd be fine. A 55 for a single Oscar is a good tank. He'll get to be 10" if you feed goldfish. These "blowers" I call them move a lot if water because they suck from the sides and blow outlet the front. Put one in the lower rear corner opposite your filter intake, blowing back across the front of the tank. It'll help keep the crap ( and Oscars crap like small dogs) from acumulating. Good luck. You won't be disappointed with these things. I have two in my 110 tall tank.
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Umm no. If you have a 55 you should buy a Aquaclear 110. It is rated for a 110 gallon aquarium. The rule of thum is to use a hang on back filter rated for 2 times the size of your tank.
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I don't see a problem but okiaya also has 30-80 rod, the same size but stiffer. The choice would really be determined by the targeted fish. If you are going for huge makos, marlin or big tuna I would use the 30-80 but for fish under 120 # I like the 30-50.
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I use to used 2 of these for low light plants on my standard tetra "55" g tank (its actually more like 48g and mis-sold as 55.. but I digress) the 24"-36", it has 4 rows of lights that only cover about 17.5" in the center of that 24" space, the 36" is just max leg extension. I removed one leg from each light and put the de-legged side on the center brace (I put a 1" bar on top of the brace to keep lights level), pushing the 2 lights together they fit snugly on top. It worked well for low light aquarium plants like anubias , java fern, vals, mosses, and marimo. However if you want medium light plants I'd strongly advise a different brand made for plant growth.. or just get 6500kelvnin cfls bulbs and clamp on lamps (3-4x) if you don't mind the look of them. I've upgraded to a 2 bulb 6500k t5 light over my "55"g now.