Tetratec PF500

[spryandspringy]

Has anyone had experience with the Tetratec PF500 filter and the compatible HC200 Heating Capsule? I am considering this for a 55g baby ray tank I'm planning since I don't want an in-tank heater for that little beastie.

 

[Doc]

They're a little tricky to get running well, but after they are up and running they work well. RTFM before starting.

 

[spryandspringy]

...RTFM before starting.

Heh. I'm a chick, so I always RTFM.

 

[fahaka]

I owned a pf500 w/heater. You might find the heater dosent work all that well at keeping the temp even, and it stays on all the time.....whitch is why I had to replace the heater twice before I sold it at fish auction.

 

[iheartfishies]

i have 3 of them... They own.

 

[craig]

Tetratec filters are garbage.I would reccomend an aquaclear110.They are one of the few hanging filters that can actually pump as much water as they claim.

 

[DeLgAdO]

Tetratec filters are garbage.I would reccomend an aquaclear110.They are one of the few hanging filters that can actually pump as much water as they claim.

hmmmmm, i think ill get afew of those.

 

[cenecker]

Penguin hang on filters are the best... (well IMO)

 

[lemcc]

i agree with craig and cenecker
penguin and aquaclear are better and usually cost less
i have a ac500 and really like it

 

[spryandspringy]

Well, I did go ahead and get the TetraTec PF500 (with the heater core) and have been running it for about two weeks. So far I am impressed with the water flow (with customizable direction) and I like that it holds two sets of two filter pads so you can change out one set and not lose all of your good bacteria. It's maintaining a good, stable temperature, and there are no "hot spots." It's also rather quiet for a power filter of its size and has a relatively small "footprint" on the back of the tank, considering the output. I'll post more after the tank's been up and running longer.