canister filters?

marines · 05/26/2006, 10:39 PM

hi guys,

this is my first post, eventually. I'm kinda needing some help if i should get a canister filter for my 55 gal reef tank. its a few months old, and im having trouble with my 20gal sump.(plumbing and pump problems).

I was wondering if it would be just fine to use one. Im planning to purchase one tommorrow.

anyway thanks a lot i learned so many thing here.

trigger05 · 05/26/2006, 11:26 PM

I have used canister filters before w/ no problem. I would go ahead and use it, just clean it often so there is no heavy detritus build up. Oh also when changing media, replace only half, and the half you keep just rinse in some saltwater

boogie1986 · 05/27/2006, 11:27 PM

Hi,

I purchased a Cascade 1000 canister for my 75 gallon tank. It's got 3 different compartments for storing media. I put carbon in the bottom, and floss in the others to catch fine particles. My water is very clear, but I do try to change the floss at least once every 2 weeks or so, because it can be a problem when it comes to nitrates.
I haven't experienced any problems with it.

hairymushroom · 05/28/2006, 02:03 AM

Dont disconnect your sump right away , as the bacteria needs to form in the bio. media of the cannister but have you considered keeping the sump, it is more efficient than cannister filter.

auto_loader · 05/28/2006, 06:39 AM

I would not recommend adding a cannister filter to your reef tank. They will collect detrius and contribute to the build up of nitrates. You are better off with a sump in most cases. Can you explain what issues you are having with your sump maybe we can help? IMO, the cannister filter should only be used intermittently to run media such as carbon but not as a continuous long term filtration device.

Barto · 05/28/2006, 07:30 AM

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Avast Marine · 05/28/2006, 10:40 AM

Please read before making any decision

05/26/2006, 10:39 PM	#1
marines Registered Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: philippines Posts: 26	canister filters? hi guys, this is my first post, eventually. I'm kinda needing some help if i should get a canister filter for my 55 gal reef tank. its a few months old, and im having trouble with my 20gal sump.(plumbing and pump problems). I was wondering if it would be just fine to use one. Im planning to purchase one tommorrow. anyway thanks a lot i learned so many thing here.

05/28/2006, 07:30 AM	#6
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05/26/2006, 11:26 PM	#2
trigger05 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 390	I have used canister filters before w/ no problem. I would go ahead and use it, just clean it often so there is no heavy detritus build up. Oh also when changing media, replace only half, and the half you keep just rinse in some saltwater

05/27/2006, 11:27 PM	#3
boogie1986 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: North Carolina Posts: 68	Hi, I purchased a Cascade 1000 canister for my 75 gallon tank. It's got 3 different compartments for storing media. I put carbon in the bottom, and floss in the others to catch fine particles. My water is very clear, but I do try to change the floss at least once every 2 weeks or so, because it can be a problem when it comes to nitrates. I haven't experienced any problems with it.

05/28/2006, 02:03 AM	#4
hairymushroom Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: South Africa Posts: 315	Dont disconnect your sump right away , as the bacteria needs to form in the bio. media of the cannister but have you considered keeping the sump, it is more efficient than cannister filter.

05/28/2006, 06:39 AM	#5
auto_loader Premium Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Rochelle, IL Posts: 585	I would not recommend adding a cannister filter to your reef tank. They will collect detrius and contribute to the build up of nitrates. You are better off with a sump in most cases. Can you explain what issues you are having with your sump maybe we can help? IMO, the cannister filter should only be used intermittently to run media such as carbon but not as a continuous long term filtration device.