B BC88 Jack Dempsey MFK Member Jan 21, 2006 54 5 38 IL Jan 14, 2008 #1 Is anyone using an EHEIM Sludge Extractor & Gravel Cleaner? I was thinking about picking one up to use between water changes and was looking for some feedback.
Is anyone using an EHEIM Sludge Extractor & Gravel Cleaner? I was thinking about picking one up to use between water changes and was looking for some feedback.
S squint Peacock Bass MFK Member Oct 14, 2007 1,057 362 122 CO Jan 14, 2008 #2 I tried one and returned it. It was too weak and the mesh filter didn't remove the finer particles. I prefer a Magnum 350 with a micron cartridge for vacuuming without removing any water.
I tried one and returned it. It was too weak and the mesh filter didn't remove the finer particles. I prefer a Magnum 350 with a micron cartridge for vacuuming without removing any water.
W Wolf3101 Feeder Fish MFK Member Apr 26, 2007 3,303 19 0 68 Arizona Jan 14, 2008 #3 I'll back that up 100% the Magnum is a great gravel vac. I used one for years before I lost it during a move.
I'll back that up 100% the Magnum is a great gravel vac. I used one for years before I lost it during a move.
WyldFya Baryancistrus demantoides MFK Member Dec 23, 2005 20,794 69 132 Moscow, ID Jan 14, 2008 #4 I use the Eheim, and it is a good tool to have one hand. I use mine quite regularly.
T1KARMANN Giant Snakehead MFK Member Sep 19, 2005 10,106 134 147 58 London UK Jan 15, 2008 #5 just use a net cheaper i scoop out all the ray crap with a net i just move the net around in figure of 8s movements works fine for me
just use a net cheaper i scoop out all the ray crap with a net i just move the net around in figure of 8s movements works fine for me
