Filtration?

fishman007 · 10/16/2013, 05:58 PM

Would I be able to run a HOB and canister filter on the same tank, or would the water not be filtered correctly?

fishman007 · 10/16/2013, 06:04 PM

as well, which is better
API Nexx Filter or FilStar XP for a 37gallon SW

Craigdillman · 10/16/2013, 06:25 PM

If you run a canister filter you probably wont need a HOB filter

fishman007 · 10/16/2013, 06:31 PM

well i am planning on setting up a FO tank and I need really good filtration so I was wondering would both be okay to run together?

Sk8r · 10/16/2013, 06:33 PM

The more filter medium you can put on such a tank, the better filtration-- BUT the more cleaning for the owner. These filters have to be maintained very clean, compared to what goes on in a freshwater tank...that's why fish-onlies are quite a bit more work than, say, a softie reef, where the corals do a lot of the filtering. Probably a good setup, but do try to make a system that's easy to clean.

Cu455 · 10/16/2013, 06:34 PM

Having both forms of filtrations won't have a negative affect on your water quality. What size tank? Like the other person said you might not need a HOB filter. Instead get protein skimmer or hang on back refugium. I have a hang on back filter and put all my rock rubble and carbon in there.

fishman007 · 10/16/2013, 06:36 PM

37 Gal, I was gonna use a HOB rated for 50 gal, and a canister rated for 45 Gal,and a protein skimmer

Cu455 · 10/16/2013, 06:46 PM

Might as well use it. It will also add circulation. Here is a picture of my set up with rocks and mangroves which aren't doing to well. I see people do modification to aqua clears to make them a refugium. This required no modifications. If I ever add macro algae I just need to add a screen to hold it in. This filter also is adjustable from fast flow to drops comming out. Not sure of the filter brand though. For canisters I have a bunch of aquatop/sun sun which I really like. You can get them on amazon. The larger models have A uv light.

fishman007 · 10/16/2013, 06:47 PM

alright, thank you very much, as well, will live sand be alright with a FO tank , and i would have two sandsifting fish iin the tank as well

Salty Dog24 · 10/16/2013, 07:01 PM

Yes, live sand is ok too. See the thread starting a new aquarium, lots of good information there for you.

10/16/2013, 05:58 PM	#1
fishman007 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 35	Filtration? Would I be able to run a HOB and canister filter on the same tank, or would the water not be filtered correctly?

10/16/2013, 06:25 PM	#3
Craigdillman Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Lethbirdge Posts: 487	If you run a canister filter you probably wont need a HOB filter __________________ Current tank---125 gallon mixed reef 60 gallon sump, Reef octopus nw200 skimmer, Rapid LEDs, Maxspec gyre, Mp10s, Fuge, Biweekly 20% WC, QT everything

10/16/2013, 06:33 PM	#5
Sk8r RC Mod Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Spokane WA Posts: 34,628 Blog Entries: 55	The more filter medium you can put on such a tank, the better filtration-- BUT the more cleaning for the owner. These filters have to be maintained very clean, compared to what goes on in a freshwater tank...that's why fish-onlies are quite a bit more work than, say, a softie reef, where the corals do a lot of the filtering. Probably a good setup, but do try to make a system that's easy to clean. __________________ Sk8r Salinity 1.024-6; alkalinity 8.3-9.3 on KH scale; calcium 420; magnesium 1300, temp 78-80, nitrate .2. Ammonia 0. No filters: lps tank. Alk and cal won't rise if mg is low. Current Tank Info: 105g AquaVim wedge, yellow tang, sailfin blenny,royal gramma, ocellaris clown pair, yellow watchman, 100 microceriths, 25 tiny hermits, a 4" conch, 1" nassarius, recovering from 2 year hiatus with daily water change of 10%.

10/16/2013, 06:04 PM	#2
fishman007 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 35	as well, which is better API Nexx Filter or FilStar XP for a 37gallon SW

10/16/2013, 06:31 PM	#4
fishman007 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 35	well i am planning on setting up a FO tank and I need really good filtration so I was wondering would both be okay to run together?

10/16/2013, 06:34 PM	#6
Cu455 Moved On Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 672	Having both forms of filtrations won't have a negative affect on your water quality. What size tank? Like the other person said you might not need a HOB filter. Instead get protein skimmer or hang on back refugium. I have a hang on back filter and put all my rock rubble and carbon in there.

10/16/2013, 06:36 PM	#7
fishman007 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 35	37 Gal, I was gonna use a HOB rated for 50 gal, and a canister rated for 45 Gal,and a protein skimmer

10/16/2013, 06:46 PM	#8
Cu455 Moved On Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 672	Might as well use it. It will also add circulation. Here is a picture of my set up with rocks and mangroves which aren't doing to well. I see people do modification to aqua clears to make them a refugium. This required no modifications. If I ever add macro algae I just need to add a screen to hold it in. This filter also is adjustable from fast flow to drops comming out. Not sure of the filter brand though. For canisters I have a bunch of aquatop/sun sun which I really like. You can get them on amazon. The larger models have A uv light.

10/16/2013, 06:47 PM	#9
fishman007 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 35	alright, thank you very much, as well, will live sand be alright with a FO tank , and i would have two sandsifting fish iin the tank as well

10/16/2013, 07:01 PM	#10
Salty Dog24 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Fishers, Indiana Posts: 232	Yes, live sand is ok too. See the thread starting a new aquarium, lots of good information there for you.