should I go with ac 70 and something else? Maybe I can make something to help it (like somekind of home-made canister)
Best filter?
- Thread starter Padiwan cichlidiot
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I personally think the BEST filter is those that works for you. If it does it's job and satisfies you than that is all their is to it.
Me, personally the best that I have USED is Emperor 400s. I'm pretty sure there are better ones out there, but those are probably the ones I have never had any experience with.
Me, personally the best that I have USED is Emperor 400s. I'm pretty sure there are better ones out there, but those are probably the ones I have never had any experience with.
Unfortunetly, I cant afford to buy a few and see what I like best, but thanks for the input. I have had 2 large wisper filters all-of-a-suden go really noisy, so I know not to get another one of those. I guess I will have to learn as the years go by.
Padiwan cichlidiot;2876800; said:
Let's be mindful of the OP's original aquarium specifications. Regardless of everyone's opinions regarding UGF, the fact is...the OP is using a fine substrate. Fine Substrate and UGF do not mix, that is not opinion, that is just the logical assessment of fine grain, large grate openings, and the clog that is soon to happen.
For a 55 Gallon, I would certainly suggest a AC110 or a duel of AC70s (if you can swing the extra). You can also go for a pair of penguins/emperors. The key thing to keep in mind is to make sure your strainer/intake is at least 4 inches away from the substrate.
ACs are fine because they can accommodate custom media options (meaning, much much cheaper!).
I'll check it out, I never used eBay, but I'll ask relatives how it works.Mike fail;2882481; said:
Thanks for the suggestion, I don't think I can manage 2 of those kind of filters, the original price and the refills. I'll try for the ac110.
Thanks guys, so now my plan is to buy a ac70, have that with 2 sponge filters, and construct a canister-like filter of my own.
