for the filter, do only use one type or both? the zeolite and the carbon filter
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As Hometown 72 said, each filter has its specific use. I have both fresh water tropical and goldfish ( in different tanks of course). I use the zeolite for the goldfish and carbon for my freshwater tropical. With the marina filter using two filters, I change one out every 1st of the month and then the second one out around the middle of the month. It really helps to keep the tank clean. I buy bulk through amazon and save that way on the cost.
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From what I understand, carbon is used more for tropical fish, where as zeolite is recommended for goldfish. One other thing I have learned is that if you have to use a medication on the fish you should remove the carbon filters as they will absorb the medicine.
1974349
The Marineland Filter has "two" filters. A Carbon media filter, which I use the most. It filters dirt and "crud" out of the water (we use it for turtles, they can be very dirty) keeping it clean for a longer time. The second filter is what they call a micron filter. I have only used it once, but it also cleans the water (actually "polishes it" if that's possible). But, because we have turtles I find the carbon filter is my favorite.
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In hope that this helps someone:I have 2 pumps, both with canister filters. I use carbon in one and in the other I use Matrix with NO media bag. HOWEVER, if I only had one pump I'd use a media bag in order to separate them since Matrix doesn't require replacement while carbon does. Also I'd situate the Matrix ABOVE the carbon.
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I am using this cartridge for my ammonia crystals, so my other carbon filter is disposable with foam. If I was using two of these, I would cut foam, too. I only bought one I see how I likes it, but I will be buying another one because they are convent and save money over time.
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The carbon filters come with this unit. It says in the instructions that you can use it with or without the carbon filters. And my unit also has an air duct outside. I use the carbon filters to help eliminate the cooking odors.
833547
In my opinion yes. The filter is solid carbon. I can't image any other filter at this price that can outperform it.
33225
Please read your furnace manual, but I have never heard of only using 1 kind of filter, any kind should work depending how much filtration you want.
1497451
The less expensive one is just a paper filter. I've noticed that some of the more expensive ones contain carbon to filter out odors. Wasn't really a deal breaker for me. I just wanted to minimize construction dust.
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There is not a lot of carbon in the filter cartridge but it is very fine. I rinsed mine only because I always have done it, buy it is better to rinse away the carbon dust. In other words, it takes seconds, yes.
363732
The black filters are made of carbon while the new filters are carbon + baking soda which acts to help remove odors. I found them to work well.
82041
Yes, with the carbon filter the chloride taste is minimized, the ceramic filter removed down to 2 microns. I have several friend who have also purchased these for this purpose.
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You can use one in each.....Just change/clean the carbon filter more often.
683334
Both. you can use them in addition or replace them as I have done. I use filter floss in one or tied in front of it, while I have bio media such as matrix, ehiem substrat pro, or if you want you can use carbon (chemical filtration media).
617112
It can definitely be used with a carbon filter. I have one in my room now scrubbing the air, it works great and is quiet. I highly recommend. This is the filter I paired it with,
986294
yes the carbon deposits clogs the free flow of water.it was a bad quality filter...
1416053
Your supposed to used both. The more filtration the better. Also depends on how many fish you have.
105646
Yes, either or. Mixing the two provides the same as all Particle filters. Ie, would waste the smoke filter benefit.