Back-flow Air Check Valves

[Donmedina]

Hi guys, can some help me with this issue. I notice that after making a water change some water was going down the air pump tubing. Can some one give me GOOD advice on a high quality or GOOD valve that won't tare my pocket 😁. Thank you in advance


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[aldiaz33]

I would just keep the pump above your tank so you don't have to worry about it. If you don't have the ability to put it on top of your tank for whatever reason, you could just buy a little shelf and hang it higher than the water level. It's much safer than relying on a check valve to prevent the back siphon.

 

[Gill Blue]

it really is the best way.
there are these types of things, but Alex's post is really the best way to do it. I've got one air pump and even with the valve protector in-line it's sitting on top of the tank.

 

[joe jaskot]

You should be able to buy an airline check valve at any local fish store. Price should be around a dollar.

 

[Donmedina]

Thanks guys! I'm going to built a shelve n valve just 2b sure...


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