New Rena HOB??? help

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I saw this filter at petsmart tonight, did not have time to read it as I was Christmas shopping. Anyway, I went to the factory site, no specs , also went to big Al's no listing. I'm interested for my grow out tanks as it appears its a canister w/o hoses and HOB, up to 200 + gpH...looked priced right too...anybody have any knowledge of this new Rena filter series or links??? Sorry cannot remember the model #...::nilly:
 
I was looking at the rena HOB filters at my lfs. They only have the 110 GPH filter, but it is a wet dry filtration, and looks pretty well designed. I've been happy with my other rena equipment that I have used, so I'm going to try one out soon.
 
WyldFya;622702; said:
I was looking at the rena HOB filters at my lfs. They only have the 110 GPH filter, but it is a wet dry filtration, and looks pretty well designed. I've been happy with my other rena equipment that I have used, so I'm going to try one out soon.
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Actually I 've seen the biggest they make rated for a 55 gal tank and approx 250 gph....but yes...still small water volume capacity for a hob!!! they also make 2 others rated for a 10 gal and 30 gal i think....obviouslys less gph and volume!!!

someones has got to buy one and do a review.....Not It!!:)
 
They had three distinct models at petsmart, after work today I am going back to get some more information. The top of the line model was around 69.00 USD down to 39.00 USD...I was hoping to find on line to see if I could get them to price match.
 
When you say HOB, are you meaning a overflow that hooks to the side of the tank?

Latest one I can find is the XP4, interesting specs...finally honesty.
http://www.petmountain.com/product/...euticals-rena-filstar-xp-canister-filter.html

http://www.animalworldnetwork.com/aqphrefixpca.html

http://www.aquabid.com/cgi-bin/auction/search.cgi for reference only.

Below was liberated from http://www.petmountain.com/product/...euticals-rena-filstar-xp-canister-filter.html.

Description:

The Filstar XP Canister Filters are powerful filters for fresh or saltwater aquariums. The filters are easy to set up, maintain and clean. The filter's easy to operate anti-airlock system allows for self-priming, uninterrupted operation and prevents filter shutdown.
The filter also features flow control, an adjustable inlet, and a single control quick disconnect for easy maintenance. The inlet and outlet can be used together or at opposite ends of aquarium. The multi-use filtration basket provides large filtration capacity. The basket has handles for easy removal and maintenance. The Multi-Stage Filtration has bypass-free circulations which guarantees that all water flows through the filter media and not around it, ensuring a cleaner aquarium.
The filter also has a unique sediment collection chamber for removal of wastes. The chamber improves filter efficiency and reduces clogging. The filter's large Rubber Base suppresses vibration and noise, providing quiet operation.

Specifications:
For freshwater or saltwater aquariums up to 265 gallon
Has a flow rate of 450 gph without the media or 190 gph with the media in place
Power cord is 5' 10" long
UL listed
Holds 3 gallons of water

Comes with:
Flexible tubing-78"
(1) priming funnel
(1) instruction manual
(2) 20 ppi foam
(2) 30 ppi foam
(20) Bio-chem stars
(2) Bio chem pouch
(1) micro filtration pad
(1) accessories box

Size:
Filter is 9" x 9" x 17.5" high.

Warranty:
Filter has a 2 year warranty against defects in material and workmanship.

Manufacturer Part #: 723

Hope this helps...

Dr Joe

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No it appears to be a canister type filter that hangs on the back of an aquarium like an AC500 or Emp 400.. no hoses or 2 ft differential required like the XP series
 
It looks like a black box with a bunch of stuff in it much like every other HOB. If I needed a new filter, I would try it but I don't so I won't. I will however investigate for all of you so that we know what it does and makes it special.
 
freeskierrocket;622766;622766 said:
Actually I 've seen the biggest they make rated for a 55 gal tank and approx 250 gph....but yes...still small water volume capacity for a hob!!! they also make 2 others rated for a 10 gal and 30 gal i think....obviouslys less gph and volume!!!

someones has got to buy one and do a review.....Not It!!:)
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By they, I follow the grammer rule that it goes back to the last person, or entity. So 'they' means the LFS.

I will be purchasing the model as it is only 13.99, and I need a small filter.
 
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