uv filters????

[ernie9624]

I know the benefits of a uv filter but are there any cons to running run on a SA cichlid tank?

 

[V1xIII]

Can't say i've ever heard of any cons to a UV sterilizer, but then again I don't have one yet so i'm no expert.

 

[chesterthehero]

only cons im aware of when it comes to UVs are..

1 - crappy prefilters that clog
2 - the same theory for humans.. a germ free environment weakens immune systems leaving you more susceptible to getting sick

 

[jcardona1]

i dont think there are any cons, but then again, i dont think you really need one. i only have one because i had green water in my planted tank. but in a fish only tank, i just dont see the need for it. ive never ran one in any of my tanks up until now for the green water

 

[Bre]

Here is a great article that will explain it all.

http://americanaquariumproducts.com/AquariumUVSterilization.html

 

[johnptc]

only cons im aware of when it comes to UVs are..

1 - crappy prefilters that clog
2 - the same theory for humans.. a germ free environment weakens immune systems leaving you more susceptible to getting sick

do you any any info on #2 ????