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06/01/2009, 03:31 AM
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eheim classic
i dont see folks suggesting canister filters on here? why is that?
i have a eheim classic canister filter setting around doing nothing. would it hurt to use it on my 30gal fowlr ? what are the pro's/con's of doing so? |
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06/01/2009, 05:55 AM
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the problem is that unless you clean it at least weekly, it will become a nitrate factory. That being said, i use one on my 60g cube and have for years. it has some LR rubble in it, but is mainly used as a place to put carbon and to add a little flow. PITA to keep clean however.
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I'll try to be nice if you try to be smarter! I can't help that I grow older, but you can't make me grow up! Current Tank Info: 120 mixed reef with 40b sump, RO 150 skimmer, AI Sol Blue x 2, and a 60g Frag Tank with 100g rubbermaid sump. 2 x Kessil A360w lights, BM curve 5 skimmer |
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06/01/2009, 06:47 AM
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how is it a nitrate factory? does it do that in freshwater as well?
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06/01/2009, 08:06 AM
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Fresh water fish can tolerate nitrates.
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