Choosing filter socks

[chiroken]

For you filter sock users: 1) what brand/model would you recommend for durability and ease of use, material? I want something that will easily be thrown into the washing machine and won't fall apart after 10 washes. 2) is there a obviously noticeable difference in clarity with 100 vs 200 micron socks? I"m thinking 100 microns won't plug up as fast and I'm looking for efficiency but also low maintenance where possible 3) Rings easier to hang and change than draw strings? Was thinking of making a DIY acrylic sock support. 4) how do they measure when 'wet'? a 7 x 12 inch filter sock will not be 12 inches tall when wet will it? Or are those measurement accurate in-tank? Thanks

 

[Pharaoh]

I buy all mine from McMaster Carr. Cheap and effective. I usually use around 50-100 micron. I prefer the rings. Fopr DIY, use a large piece of PVC tube,6" or so, inside a 7" sock. Put legs on it and done.

 

[rodger]

That's where I buy them as well. Mine are hanging from PVC too. They are the same length wet or dry. You want them to be at least half submerged in your sump. Here is a link with a lot of good information.
http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?406140-A-Filter-Sock-Thread-(1-Viewing)
Here is McMaster Carr link. http://www.mcmaster.com/#standard-filter-bags/=t2wjiu

 

[dxdx]

Dang, I forgot to order new socks today... I wish I saw this thread earlier.


I think the question is, does anybody NOT buy from McMaster-Carr?

 

[ElectricBlueSeanBurch]

Dang, I forgot to order new socks today... I wish I saw this thread earlier.


I think the question is, does anybody NOT buy from McMaster-Carr?

Check out duda diesel. That's where I get mine. Cheaper and faster shipping

 

[aldiaz33]

An MFKer recently said that their socks from McMaster did not come with the sewn in handle. I use the handle to hang my socks, so my last order was through DudaDiesel.

My experience ordering with each vendor was very good.

 

[chiroken]

thank you for the links, I will check them out. Hopefully getting them to Canada is reasonable

 

[Anderman]

Jemcho(they ship to Canada), bought a whole box of 7" x 32" almost a year ago and I am still washing out the original 6 pairs. Still have unused pairs in the box so the hold up good in the washer.

 

[chiroken]

Jemcho(they ship to Canada), bought a whole box of 7" x 32" almost a year ago and I am still washing out the original 6 pairs. Still have unused pairs in the box so the hold up good in the washer.

good to know, I"ve ordered from Jehmco before without problem

 

[dxdx]

Check out duda diesel. That's where I get mine. Cheaper and faster shipping

Thanks, I will check that out - I used to order sheets from them years ago but didn't know they sold socks.

Will also check out Jehmco.