Emperor 400's for 125 gallon tank

[awesomecichlid]

Hi guys, I have 2 emperors that i was thinking of using for my spare 125 g. Is that enough filtration or would i need to add another one or another type of filter?

Thanks

 

[Secretninja]

Depends on what is in the tank and the bioload it will create. In my experience, bio-wheel filters are a huge pain though.

 

[smitty03281964]

I depends on stock but I would definitely add another one regardless. Also I am partial toward the Aquaclear power filter.

 

[Oughtsix]

Yep, it all depends on how many/what size fish you plan to have in the tank.

I like my Emperor 400 for a hob... but I have never tried an Aquaclear... and only use the Emperor in an emergence (Add ammo chips and run it temporarily)

 

[awesomecichlid]

I am looking at getting two to five fish. All central American cichlids. Maybe some Amphilophus and Vieja species. Not sure on the stock yet but nothing over 14 inches max.

 

[Oughtsix]

If you like HOB filters and the Emperor 400 I would recommend sticking with them. They are so much easier to service than a canister filter. The back of my tank isn't covered so I think HOBs look tacky on my tank. Personally I prefer a sump.

 

[awesomecichlid]

I agree that the HOB filters are easier in my experience. I just hope three emperor 400's do a great job in keeping my 125 crystal clear and clean.

 

[Paulbearer]

I agree that the HOB filters are easier in my experience. I just hope three emperor 400's do a great job in keeping my 125 crystal clear and clean.

With some good flow from a powerhead in corners, i'm sure they will do fine.

 

[EricJ7182]

^ X2 @ powerheads. I run three 400's on my 125 in a mixed cichlid tank

 

[lp85253]

throw a sponge filter on the powerheads, more filtration AND flow