UV worth the $?

  • We are currently upgrading MFK. thanks! -neo
If the bulb is used for under 6months, its a good deal. Its said once a year the bulb needs to be changed even though the bulb still works. Just make sure to check the inlet/outlet that there are no cuts on the necks of it to prevent leaks/headaches.

Its worth it if you have your lights on a lot to prevent alge growth or if your water is not 100% crystal clear... pretty much if your satisfied with the color of your water then its just extra. JMO
 
captainahab said:
Turbo Twist 6X 18 watt UV sterilizer listed on Craigslist for $50. Good price? Needed? 220g Malawi tank.
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I was told not to waste money on UV sterilizers on freshwater setups.............
 
i have a UV in all of my tanks.i have had no algae issues and one tank sets 2ft from a window taking in morning light and all tanks are crystal clear.no disease issues either so dunno if its all due to luck or UV.
 
importracer said:
I was told not to waste money on UV sterilizers on freshwater setups.............
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I have a UV on my tanks and have never had an outbreak of disease in the tank. New fish go in without quarantine and I just run the UV for a month and all is well. Even new fish with Ich are cleared of ich in a few days with the UV running. I still do water changes and general tank maintenance but the UV definitely serves its purpose.
 
GREAT DEAL, for that price I'll buy a new bulb (eBay) and start running it....I dont have one but is always looking for a GREAT DEAL on one. You need it if you have frys or weak fishes (a lot of EBJD owners recommend them to me)
 
The ad claims that it's new in box so I think it's a good deal if you need it. It should be an inline unit so keep in mind that you'll have to make it work with your custom setup.
 
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