DIY Canister filter question

[metalslug]

I want to make one for my 55, what Oz size lock and lock container shoukd I use, and how powerful does the pump have to be? Thanks in advance.

 

[Wolf3101]

Your much better off buying a Fluval 405...Rena xp3...or Eheim 2017. By the time you have a SAFE,EFFECTIVE, and RELIABLE powered cannister built you'll have more money in the project than any of the above filters cost...even at retail.

 

[metalslug]

I know, thought about that. But I'm not trying to be coast effective, is just more like a fun project type thing. I like making things, so I just wanted to know certain specifics before I tried it.

 

[soggysandwich]

my xp3 holds about 1 gallons, so i guess you should use a 1 gallon container

 

[Dr Joe]

I'd go with a 2g-3g tall, bulkhead connectors (or DIY ones) and make the trays out of eggcrate with pvc legs, make each level fit snugly so water can't channel around the filter material. Floss pre-filter, and scrubbies for the rest.

Dr Joe

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[Wolf3101]

Start out with a 5 gallon water cooler and go from there...might as well do it up right....