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2/13/2012

Ecco Comfort 2234 Canister Filter with Media Review

Ecco Comfort 2234 Canister Filter with Media
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I have owned this filter for a couple years now and it works brilliantly, it always quickly gets the water crystal clear after I have muddied up the water from cleaning the aquarium, it is very easy to use and clean except for the biological media bouncing all over the place like bacteria infused Kix cereal and the priming feature is brilliant. Also this thing is in the open in my bedroom and I can't hear a thing as long as I put a pad under it so it doesn't vibrate against floor. The only complaint I have is the water pressure dropping over the years. When I first bought it, the ecco 2234 would put so much pressure into the tank it turned it into a river with the current, the fish used to go swim in the current like salmon. Unfortunately no amount of cleaning and scrubbing and replacing filters gets the pressure and water circulation back to what it was when I first bought it. I had purchased this for a tank that is half the size the filter is rated for so the filter does absolutely fine even with the weak pressure. I would recommend this filter, however make sure you buy one that is rated for a much larger tank.

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The Eheim Ecco 2234 filter is designed with innovative technology combined withsimple operation and design. The filter provides three stage filtration of mechanical, chemical and biological for fresh or saltwater aquariums up to 60 gallons.It has a flow rate of 145 GPHand a delivery head of 4 foot and 3 inches. The Eheim Ecco 2234 comes complete with filter media and is immediately ready for operation. Practical filter media containers, safety hose connections and shut-off taps make operation and maintenance simple.The filter has three convenient interlocking media baskets that allow for versatility and they also help to preventwater from by-passing the filter media. The baskets also allow for easy maintenance. A long service life can be expected with proper media setup. The media may not need to be cleaned for 3 to 6 months on average. The multifunction handle is unique to this filter.In addition to locking and unlocking the filter and being used as a carrying handle, it functions as a priming device. After simply connecting the intake and output hoses and arranging the media baskets, move the handle down to the start position. The water flow will begin, when the filter is full, just plug it in.The intake and output hose attachments are designed to swivel 360 degrees to ensure kink-free hose connections. A silicone based and integrate o-ring ensures leak-free and secure operation. The impeller has a ceramic shaft anda carbon bearing for a silent operation.

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1/21/2012

Hydor ETH 201 In-Line Heater UL 200W f/16mm & 5/8" Hose Review

Hydor ETH 201 In-Line Heater UL 200W f/16mm & 5/8' Hose
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My first fish was a little crazy and used to swim frantically around the tank banging into the walls.Turns out he smashed the glass heater and the rest (along with the fish) is history.Went to the "in-line" heater version after that and this heater works great.Use it in a 30 gallon, acrylic tank.

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ETH Heaters are the first external heaters for aquariums with the exclusive PTC technology. The self-limiting PTC heating element guarantees maximum safety against any risk of overheating. Designed to be used on return lines coming from canister filters or sumps.

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1/05/2012

H.O.T. Magnum Pro Aquarium Filter System - up to 55 gallon Review

H.O.T. Magnum Pro Aquarium Filter System - up to 55 gallon
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I have been using this filter for more than one year now. The water is clean and have never had any problem.

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The H.O.T. Magnum Pro is a compact, silent, and efficient portable canister filter. It provides mechanical, chemicaland biological filtration for aquariums up to 55 gallons. The Magnum has a self priming, bottom mounted sealed motor with a flow rate of 250 gph. The filter is lightweight enough to hang directly on the back of the aquarium, and yet performs heavy duty, canister filtration. The two stage filter can quickly and easily convert from a continuous duty filter to a quick-clean micron water polisher. Mechanical filtration is provided by the replaceable Rite-Sized Foam Sleeve. The foam sleeve is a dense, high porosity prefilter to trap dirt and debris. Chemical filtration is provided by a Carbon/Media Container packed with carbon to remove dissolved organic impurities. The Bio-Wheel eliminate toxic ammonia and nitrite efficiently. The powerful Spray Bar Drive consistently wets and rotates and Bio-Wheel, ensuringdirect contact with water and air. This alternate exposure provides beneficial bacteria with oxygen which means more bacteria to eliminate more toxic compounds and nitrite on contact. The H.O.T. Magnum Pro easily converts from everyday 2-stage filtration to quick-clean polishing using the pleated Micron Cartridge. Ideal for quick-clean duty, the reusable Micron Cartridge has 320 square inches of surface area. It efficiently removes microscopic particles, eliminating the need for diatomagic powder. The H.O.T Magnum installs in minutes which makes it ideal for multiple aquarium water polishing. The snap lock and leak-proof connectors eliminate the need for hoses or tubing. The extra long, 8 foot line cord allows for multiple tank usage.

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11/07/2011

Marineland C-360 Multi-Stage 100 Gal Canister Filter Review

Marineland C-360 Multi-Stage 100 Gal Canister Filter
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You will love this unit until it's time to change the filter media, and then you will hate it with a passion.

This filter performs very well and is also remarkably quiet compared to other designs that filter an equivalent amount of water. However, the design is flawed by a number of issues that may cost you several gallons of spilled water per filter change. In addition, you should be aware that filter changes require the replacement of not one but two physical media -a black coarse-grained physical filter in the first stage and a white fine-grained water polishing filter in the last stage - and the cost can add up.
1. The four stages are supposed to fit neatly one on top of the other, with vertical pipe sections in one corner designed to interlock and carry unfiltered water down to the first stage. However, the third stage contains many small plastic balls designed to create a large surface area for biological filtration - and they are small enough to fit into this pipe and prevent the fourth stage fitting on top. It really, really does not help that these balls are made of polypropylene, which floats.
2. Moving, opening and closing the unit is a clumsy and heavy process, because it remains full of water at all times, until spilt, which is all too easy.
3. There is very little tolerance in the overall filter column height, which means that one rubber gasket slightly out of alignment, or one bio-ball out of place, is sufficient to prevent the unit from sealing properly when assembled. The only guaranteed way to get the thing put back together is to leave out the top-most piece of the filter column assembly - the guard intended to hold the water-polishing medium in place.
4. A locking lever at the top of the unit isolates the hoses that carry water to and from the aquarium. This means that you can remove the filter's top section without the hoses siphoning all the water out of your aquarium... unless you are backtracking to trouble-shoot problem #3 above, and forget to re-lock it. This is the most likely cause of large spillages.
5. There is a small but non-zero risk that one of the tubes running up to your aquarium may come unseated from the filter unit. If this happens overnight, as it did to my friend, you will wake up to find just a couple of inches of water left in your tank, depending on the arrangement of your filter intake.

If you can live with these problems - and to be fair, there are workarounds for every one - this is a fine filter.

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Virtually No Bypass

    Certified flow rate of 360GPH
    Perfect for all aquariums up to 100 gallons
    Uses Rite Size "T" floss and foam
    The revolutionary design of the new Marineland Multi-Stage C-Series Canister Filter forces water to pass through the filter media trays and not around them. With virtually no bypass and a three-stage filtration process, only sparkling-clean water can recirculate into you tank - regardless of size or type of aquarium.
    The key to this process is our special internal design and three-stage approach that passes the water through a series of specialized filter media. Its a design that delivers the best available technology in mechanical, chemical and biological filtration and its a design that is unmatched for capturing particulates.

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10/08/2011

Eheim ECCO External Canister Filter 2236 Review

Eheim ECCO External Canister Filter 2236
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We've had aquatic turtles for about a year now, that we keep in a 75 gallon aquarium. (soon moving to a 125gal. tank) Anybody that keeps turtles knows how much work can be involved in keeping their tank clear and clean. When we first started we were unsure of what we needed to do the job but we knew we needed something that could keep up with the demand turtles require in water filtration. Our inquires at the local pet supply store led us to use a Fluval canister system. This is also a great system but after a short time we came to realize that it just wasn't enough so we went out and got a Marineland Magnum 350 to compliment the Fluval. Between the two the tank was adequately filtered, but cleaning the Magnum was a pain, the Fluval was a little easier but still not as user friendly as the Eheim. Because filtration was just adequate we started feeding the turtles in a separate smaller tank to try and minimize food and turtle feces from the main tank. This helped quite alot but we still required yet another filtration system as we had moved the Fluval to the smaller tank. This is when we purchased the Eheim 2236 system. This filter in my opinion is much easier to maintain than he Magnum and Fluval systems. The only down side is priming the pump after cleaning as the self priming feature does not work as well as the others but it is, by far, much much easier to disassemble and clean than the other two. Had the priming mechanism worked better I would have given this a 5/5. This is our second Eheim 2236. We had to replace the original because our child did not reestablish water flow after a cleaning, and the pump head overheated and died.

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The Eheim ECCO Canister Filter which stands for "Eheim Convenient Canister Operation", incorporates the features you want most. Easy handling and setup, multi-stage filtration,low maintenance and high efficiency all at an affordable price. It combines all function controls in its handle. Technically advanced, convenient and user-friendly.The multifunction handle, with worldwide patent-pending technology, is unique to the Eheim ECCO filter. This is how it works. In addition to locking and unlocking the filter and use as a carrying handle, it functions as a priming device. After simply connecting the intake and output hoses and arranging your media baskets, move the multifunction handle down to the start position. The water flow will begin. When the filter is full, just plug and play. The filter comes complete with media, fittings, and valves. The convenient interlocking media baskets allow for versatility in media setup while preventing water by-pass. With proper media setup, a long service life can be expected, on average 3-6 months between cleanings. The intake and output hose attachments are designed to swivel 360 degrees to ensure kink-free hose connections. A silicone-based integrated o-ring ensures leak-free secure operation. With a new handy impeller cover, annual impeller maintenance could not be easier.As with all Eheim canister filters, the ECCO impeller drive is outfitted with ceramic shaft and carbon bearing to ensure silent operation.Eheim hermetically sealed motor technology guarantees efficient low-energy consumption, safe operation with long-life expectancy. Multi-functional handle. A secure connection between pump and housing is guaranteed when the handle is closed and in carrying position. Integrated priming support for starting water circulation, allowing easy filter start-up. - Quick removal of pump head with its fixed sealing ring. The handle opens the filter for easy cleaning. Ready for use from the word go. Complete with mechani

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10/02/2011

Rena Filstar Canister Power Filter, 175 gallon Review

Rena Filstar Canister Power Filter, 175 gallon
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Searched long to find the right filter. These Bio filters with multiple chambers for media is the way to go with turtles. We have a female red ear slider about 7 inches front to back of shell (she was about the size of a silver dollar when we got her two years ago). She is very messy andthe in tank filter was just not handling it. This filter with fresh water and a good shell scrubbing of our baby has worked fine. We used to have to clean her tank and change water every week to keep her water from getting too filthy. This filter in a forty gallon aquarium has been set up for three months now and other than adding water as it evaporates and cleaning her rocks we haven't had to do anything else except feed her. We did clean out the filter once because she made a mess of some fresh aquatic plants we bought for her. She chewed up fifteen dollars worth of plants in just two days. She probably ate some but most of them were chewed and left floating. The filter clogged from all the plant material. But I can't blame the filter for that. The water is always crystal clear. She seems to love her environment now.

There is a couple of things to keep in mind when using the filter for turtles. The intake tubing inside the tank comes in sections that have to be pushed together. They tend to loose prime at the connections because turtle tanks are only about half full and some of the connections are above the water level. I had to glue them together to keep the prime. The filter has to absolutely be at least 16 inches below the tank bottom. I set ours on the floor and the tank on the top of a 29 inch high credenza. When priming remember to fill the tube with water with the filter hose valve in the off position (the instructions will explain). Make sure there are no air leaks and screw on the cap tightly on the prime hole when you are done priming. With no air leaks in the intake hose, the tank about half full or more and the top of the filter about 16 inches below the bottom of the tank when you lock the hoses in place which opens the valves the weight of the water in the intake hose should pull water through the intake tube to fill the filter and you should at this point have a prime. This should now let you turn the filter on without loosing prime and your tank should stay clean like ours for months. This filter has three cannisters and each cannister has two chambers. We are using the foam layers as they came with the filter, two large pore followed by two small pore foams filters in the first cannister (this is from the bottom of the filter to the top). The water moves around the cannisters to the bottom of the filter and is pulled up to the top. So the set up is from the bottom up. The second cannister we used for the biomass. We used the round pellets in the first (bottom) chamber with a mesh top (included), followed by the star biomass media in the second chamber (top). In the third cannister we used nitrate/nitrite (white amonia media) in the first chamber followed by a mesh and then charcoal media in the second chamber with a micron filter on top followed by another mesh. Then we placed the top on that and closed it. After about a month and a half we had the plant incident and had to clean the filter. I just rinsed everything out real good except for the biomass media which I lightly rinsed (you want to keep the bacteria that collects on the media because this helps eat the chemicals in the water and solids). I then replaced everything again and it has been working great since. They recommend changing the carbon every month but we haven't yet. They also recommend changing the nitrate/nitrite media every ten months, so we have a while to go. The micron filter needs to be changed also after a few months. I wouldn't change the foam unless it is clogged to the point were I can't get it cleaned out. It is only to collect solids and retain them till they decompose and are absorbed by the bacteria.

I think any multiple chamber filter would work as well. I am skeptical about anything below three chambers for turtles. One large turtle I think is the equivalent of a thousand fish in feces and pee (that's just my guess). This filter is rated for a much bigger tank but I think a smaller filter would not have worked for a turtle as large as ours. Turtles do grow fast and keep growing. They also live for forty years so get a large filter that will handle larger tanks. If you can afford it I would go for the XP4 which is bigger and rated for larger aquariums. For turtles I think multiple chambers are really important because they do not need oxygen in the water since they do not have gills but they do need clean water to stay healthy and they are super, super, mega super messy.

The biggest complaints I have read from turtle owners about filters is getting a prime. Remember, you can not have any air leaks in the intake tube or hosing. We are going to look for a solid tube that we can cut to use for our intake so we do not have connections above the water.

Cons: Only the tubing, It should be a solid piece that you cut to size instead of multiple small pieces you connect together. But then again this setup works fine for fish tanks since the level of the water would always be above the connections. For turtle tanks which are only filled a little above half way you need to glue the connections above the water or find a solid tube to use instead.

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Filstar xp3 canister power filter moves 350 u. s. gallons per hour. Ideal for use in aquariums up to 175 u. s. gallons. Includes Complete Inlet And Oulet Accessory Packs, Flexible Tubing, And Filtration Baskets With Separation Grids. Lever Provides Wate

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AquaClear 70 Powerhead 400 GPH UL Listed - AquaClear A570 Review

AquaClear 70 Powerhead 400 GPH UL Listed - AquaClear A570
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This powerhead is a great thing to have for your aquarium if the tank is between 55-90 gallons.It really packs a punch for its size, and has the capacity to move a lot of water fairly quickly.It can also be used in smaller aquariums too, because the waterflow on this powerhead is ADJUSTABLE (a feature that is rarely seen on other powerheads) - it can filter 300 g.p.h. or adjusted to filter only a trickle.So this can be a used in aquariums under 55 gallons too.

This also has another unique feature - a REVERSE-FLOW option - so the powerhead can also take water from close to the surface and move it through the gravel in the opposite direction.Whichever method of gravel filtration you prefer, this powerhead can accommodate you.

It comes with tubes that provide for the option of additional airation through the spout.So if you have a big aquarium loaded with oxygen hungry fish, these powerheads can provide lots of water surface agitation, water airation with bubbles, or you can just omit the bubbles entirely and stick with undergravel filtration only.

You can also buy attachable power filters to this separately - no need to invest in expensive poewr filters and powerheads separately - just buy this item and the attachable power filters and you're set for a powerhead / power filter in the same unit to clean up and polish your aquarium water.Look for the AQUA CLEAR Large Quick Filter and the Large Quick Filter Cartidges for this purpose.

I've been involved with aquariums for over 16 years, and this is one of the finest accessories for an aquarium I've ever had.If you're considering ornamental fish as a hobby, I heartily recommend this powerhead.It is powerful, quiet, and gives your options of reverse flow and adjustable waterflow.

Be advised on one thing - when the powerhead is operating in reverse flow, small fins like guppies can get stuck to the plastic grid from which water flows into the powerehead - and never escape.So this item is better suited to larger fish when using the reverse flow feature.But it's adjustability enables you to slow the waterflow to a trickle for a powerhead that does not promote too much water turbulation for smaller fish.

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AquaClear 70 Powerhead 400 GPH UL Listed - AquaClear A570.

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9/19/2011

Eheim Canister Filter Classic Plus - 2215 - up to 93 Gallon Review

Eheim Canister Filter Classic Plus - 2215 - up to 93 Gallon
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OK, there just simply isn't a better filter on the market. With the intake on the bottom and the exhaust on the top, there is simply no place for water to bypass the media and hence the filtration is far more efficient. Some people complain that the filter is quite difficult to clean. However, the manual shows an easy way to do this. I have kept mine without cleaning for 3 months or and my heavily planted fresh water aquarium has been doing great. The media is reusable and reusable and reusable. Get my point? :-)
They are extremely efficient. A bit more expensive that the rest of canister filters out in the market. But in the long run, these are better since they last longer and the rarely break down.

Worried about the filtration on your aquarium??? Get one of these silent/efficient/reliable guys.

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The Eheim 2215 Canister Filter has a compact pump coupled with a large volume canister for filter media. The filter is for aquariums up to 93 gallons with a maximum pump performance of 164 gph and delivery head of 5 foot and 10 inches.It is extremely quiet, durable and long lasting. It provides high pump output and effective use of filter media for fresh or saltwater aquariums.The "Full Space" design of Eheim's canister allows it to hold large amounts of filter media while making it more versatile. The filter comes complete with a safety hose-connection system to stop separation, all the filter medias needed to set up the filter, intake and outtake tubes, and double isolating valves. The Eheim 2215 is UL and CSA listed.

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8/30/2011

Undergravel Filter - 72 in. x 18 in. Review

Undergravel Filter - 72 in. x 18 in.
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Item came in perfect condition in box no parts missing and I installed intank almost same day and it works well.

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The Perfect-a-Flow Undergravel Filter is a biological filtration system for fresh or saltwater aquariums. The filter circulates water through the gravel bed and oxygenates it for beneficial bacteria growth. The slots on the three filter plates have been designed to draw water evenly over the entire plate from front to back and left to right. The high tube connectors are molded into the filter plates to offer a secure grip onto the one-inch diameter lift tubes to keep the tubes from being knocked out by fish and preventing gravel from falling under the filter plate. There are twelve tubes holders and caps. The Perfect-A-Flo air stoneprovides aflow of fine bubbles. A 3/16 inch ridged tube connects to the air diffuser inside the uplift tube and will attach to airline tubing at the top of the uplift tube. When using an airpump and airstones use two uplift tubes per plate.The fish protector is molded right into each elbow to prevent fish from entering the uplift tubes.The Perfect-A-Flo Carbon Cartridge (not included) will fit into the fish protector.These cartridges contain top-quality activated carbon to remove harmful gases, odors, and unsightly discoloration.For powerhead attachment place the one-inch uplift tube on the outside tube holder. The powerhead should have a flow rate of 200-300gph. Use one uplift tube per plate when using a powerhead. Using a powerhead provides a higher flow rate which cuts down on algae growth and requires less maintenance, however, powerheads are harder to conceal.

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6/25/2011

Hagen Fluval Canister Filter 305 Review

Hagen Fluval Canister Filter 305
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Improvements since the older models have made this even easier to use, while retaining the traditional benefits that this filter offers - consistent performance and great flexibility in selection of filter media. Mine came with a tiny crack in the housing that caused it to slowly leak a gallon or two of water onto the floor before I noticed, and the company promptly sent me a new part without making me take the whole thing apart and send it back. Good product, good service.

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Hagen Fluval Canister Filter Item Specifications: Sizes: 105: up to 25 gallons 205: up to 40 gallons 305: up to 70 gallons 405: up to 100 gallons FX5: up to 400 gallons

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5/31/2011

Hagen Fluval Canister Filter FX5 Review

Hagen Fluval Canister Filter FX5
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I've been running the FX5 on a 125 gallon turtle setup for about two months now.Setup is very easy, especially if you have previous experience with canister filters.I saw another review that stated that the filter was noisy, but mine is pretty quiet even when the tank stand's door is open and the filter is exposed to the room.My flowrate has been relatively high, especially considering that it is packed with biomax and polishing pads.It is important to note that unlike other Fluval canisters, this beast actually filters water from top down, so you'll want your finer media like polishing pads in the bottom basket.

I docked a star because I am not a big fan of the design of the internal media baskets, nor do I like the cheap plastic 'T' rods that are used to pull them out.Also, despite the stop valves on the intake and outtake hoses, be ready to clean-up water when detaching for routine cleaning.

Although the Eheim Professional Canister Filters are arguably better for certain purposes, you aren't going to beat the value of the Fluval FX5.The features and specs you get are equivalent to several much more expensive filter options.

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Hagen Fluval Canister Filter Item Specifications: Sizes: 105: up to 25 gallons 205: up to 40 gallons 305: up to 70 gallons 405: up to 100 gallons FX5: up to 400 gallons

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5/30/2011

405 Fluval Aquarium Canister Filter - up to 100 Gallon Review

405 Fluval Aquarium Canister Filter - up to 100 Gallon
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This filter actually 'came with' a used aquarium I got from a garage sale...so I have no idea how old it is...but it works great! It is quiet, which is always a plus, and it is versatile. There are 4 trays, with two chambers each, in which to mix and match filter media. I am able to tailer mine to the strong needs of my turtle. Although the filter has a 100 gallon tank capacity, I am saving up for a second one on my 90 gallon tank...there is no such thing as over-filtering when it comes to turtles and I just love this fluval.

Initial set up is a bit overwhelming, but the directions are very clear. Once it is set up, maitenance is fairly easy. It's a bit bulky to haul to the sink to change out the media...but that's to be expected from something this size. I also have trouble getting the lid off and basically have to use a screwdriver as a lever...but honestly, I don't mind...I would rather have it be snug and leak proof than easy to remove!

The manual has a section that talks about the various components of filtering which can be helpful when deciding what to put where in your filter. It wasn't helpful to me. But this is probably the most widely used type of filter and a visit to any turtle or fish keeping community on the internet will yield plenty of tips and advice on setting up media that is most effective for your aquarium community.

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Discover the new breed of canister filters with Fluval's 05 Series. Designed to use the entire canister space, waterflow is noticeably increased for optimum filtration efficiency. The chemical and biological media are housed in independent modules, so you can change what you want, when you want. Cleaning is a breeze thanks to AquaStop, which stops water without disconnecting hoses, meaning no leaks, no mess. Lift-lock clamps ensure a tight-fitting lid, yet they release easily so you can simply lift off the lid. No manual siphoning required thanks to self-priming Instant Prime technology. Also features an updated intake strainer, pre-assembled parts, and pre-packed media for complete ease-of-use.

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5/13/2011

Hagen Fluval Canister Filter 205 Review

Hagen Fluval Canister Filter 205
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We bought this after doing a fair bit of research. We're "back" into aquaria after a 20 year hiatus and started with a 10g tank but then quickly upgraded to a tall 30g. It was very easy to set up. The instructions are pretty amazingly clear (such a rarity these days). We have since installed an in-line UV light (algae bloom!) and it was a piece of cake due to the simple design of the 205. It's whisper quiet and provides plenty of outflow which the fish love to swim against! I am sold on this product and the company and will definitely get the 305 when we get a bigger tank (in the works, don't you know!).

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Hagen Fluval Canister Filter Item Specifications: Sizes: 105: up to 25 gallons 205: up to 40 gallons 305: up to 70 gallons 405: up to 100 gallons FX5: up to 400 gallons

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