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4/19/2012

Bio Cube Aquarium, 8 Gal Review

Bio Cube Aquarium, 8 Gal
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i have had my biocube for about a year and a half now and unfortunatly the lights stopped working.I thought it was the lights so i bought new ones.then i figured it was the ballast but i checked both and they work just fine.so i was about to give up on the system untill i contacted oceanic.I sent an email and they responded the next day.they said that as long as i bought it within the year they would be glad to replace it.I had bpughten it 13 months ago.But I told them my story and expressed that it has been difficult finding parts for the 8 gallon they completely made good and sent me out a complete hood!!!They are the best ever!!! i will only buy oceanic for now on. Not just for a great product but because of the excellent customer service!

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Spend your time setting up your ideal environment, then plug it in and enjoy the results. Features unique high quality components, including coralife lighting. Can be used for salt water or freshwater setups.Integrated Wet/Dry Biological Filtration, Two

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4/17/2012

SLUDGE EXTRACTOR (FULLY SUBMERSIBLE Review

SLUDGE EXTRACTOR (FULLY SUBMERSIBLE
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I have a 90 gallon tank and sometimes I don't want to perform a water change to get the bottom of the tank clean. I had the multi-vac previously. I have no issues with that except over time, the pieces won't stay together. I bought the sludge extractor (PETCO) and I love it. It reaches to the bottom of my tank and I didn't have to drain any water. The pressure on the vacuum was more than adequate. I was a bit relunctant on the proce, but I'm happy I did buy it and would recommend it to others. Just shop around for the lowest price.

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EHEIM Quick-Vac ProThe effective weapon against dirt and debrisA well-kept aquarium radiates crystal-clear cleanliness right down to the gravel bed. However, sinking dirt particles, plant debris and organic residues repeatedly form an ugly layer of sludge. This provides the breeding ground for unwanted substances which pollute the water.One should therefore thoroughly clean the surface of the gravel at regular intervals and remove the dirt particles around plant roots, stones and corners. The newly developed EHEIM Quick-Vac Pro is therefore an ideal helping hand.In principle this handy tool functions like a conventional vacuum cleaner: The powerful pump sucks the dirty water from the bottom via the suction jet into the integrated filter element. Here the dirt particles are reliably caught and removed from the water.Battery operation Working duration of up to 4 hours Easy handling Integrated, easy-to-clean filter element Powerful suction pump Suction jet with extension element Suitable for marine and freshwater Supplied complete with batteries

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3/31/2012

Aquavista 500 Wall Mounted Aquarium with Seaweed Background Review

Aquavista 500 Wall Mounted Aquarium with Seaweed Background
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The instructions are pretty skimpy, but not much assembly is required since most accessories (heater, air pump, lamp, background) are built into the unit.

After securing the wall bracket and putting the bio rings on the filter sponge, the book says to fill it with water, then hang it on the wall bracket.I thought, why risk a crippling back injury?Hanging it BEFORE adding the water seemed more sensible, and using a bucket and step stool was easier for me.

It comes with a net, the gravel, a long-handled "grabber", a suction hose for water changes, a scrubber, 3 sponge filters and about 50 bio-rings for the filtering system.The air pump for the bubbler is a little loud, but you can turn it on or off with the electric control.The temperature, lights, and filtering are all controlled with the side panel, either automatically or manually.You always have to reset the clock should you need to turn the tank off, but your other settings are retained and the constant temperature readout is in nice big numbers.

The T-4 lighting tube didn't work from the getgo,so I attempted to unscrew the lamp cover and check the connections.The screws are tiny T-9 torx-head, but the fixture was DOA. Customer service did send me a new one, however.

The top flips up for access, and the unit has a 3/8" thick 6 ft. electrical cord. I wanted to hide it with cord cover, but it's a little big so I'll probably just paint it grey to match my wall.

There's not much floor space for decor and plants, but adding a few is good for the fish and adds depth and beauty to the background. On top, the small surface area of water-to-air restricts the amount of water oxygenation, so use the air pump a lot to compensate.

Being only about 4 inches wide limits the choice of occupants who can actually turn around in it.The booklet suggests several species that would be too large within a couple of months, so please disregard unless you plan on buying a larger aquarium soon.After cycling the tank through its deadly ammonia spike, I finally decided on 4 fancy guppies.They're a small but hardy and active species, and come in beautiful colors. It might also make a good Betta tank, since the filtering system is gentle, but they don't like rapid water movement or air bubblers.

Keep in mind that the small water volume is less forgiving and can quickly turn poisonous from fish waste, so plan on doing more frequent water changes and maintenance than the book suggests.I siphon out 1/3, or two gallons, every week and replace it with fresh, dechlorinated tap water of the same temperature.

For the price I wish I had bought a bigger tank, but there's a premium for convenience and "living art", and it does look pretty cool on my wall, I have to admit. As long as you're aware of its limitations, it should bring you lots of enjoyment.

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Aquavista 500 is a wall mounted aquarium that hangs like a painting.Extremely low maintenance and easy to set up, the 6.6 gallon Aquavista 500 only requires 10 minutes of maintenance per month.The unit can be further customized with different picture frames and customizable backgrounds that are all interchangeable.The AV500 comes pre-assembled with advanced filtration, heater, air pump, lighting, and an embedded control panel that allows you to program the temperature and light.As seen in HGTV, USA Today, and the New York Times.

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3/27/2012

Hagen Marina Goldfish Starter Kit Small Purple Review

Hagen Marina Goldfish Starter Kit Small Purple
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This tank looks great.We purchased one of the 1.77 gal tanks for our son along with a male Beta.The only problem with it is that the filter is too strong for the size of the tank.When we placed the fish in the tank he freaked out and couldn't stop swimming around because the current was too strong.We had to pull the filter out and now we have to change out the water once a week.It's more work than we wanted for ourselves and our 6 1/2 year old son.

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Plastic Goldfish Tank with 4 feet, 6.7 L- Plastic Hood with 2 hinges, electric purple- Elite Mini Internal Filter (A-130)- Nutrafin Max Goldfish food, 12 g- Nutrafin Goldfish Bowl Conditioner, 59 mL- Electric Purple Gravel, 1 kg- Plastic plant, 6

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3/21/2012

Tetra 29181 Finding Nemo Aquarium Cube, 1.5 Gallons Review

Tetra 29181 Finding Nemo Aquarium Cube, 1.5 Gallons
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I bought the Nemo for my son and the Ariel for my daughter. They both wanted a pet so we figured a fish would be the best for now. We saw these on the disney site (if you catch them at the right time of the month you can get it for half off the retail and cheaper shipping).

Great little design, no leaks, filter is cute and relatively functional, however the air pump is not very stable and is prone to falling over and making a loud vibrating noise. It seems to want to follow the hose, so make sure you position the hose well.

The tank includes almost everything you need, EXCEPT gravel. So, when your kids open it up looking for it, you will need to come up with a good excuse (or, after reading this review, buy it and have it ready). Food, water conditioner, decoration, lights, etc., are all included. Make sure to rinse everything very well. Be careful not to use any soap as the residue may kill anything you put into the tank. A good thorough rinse should do the trick. Then, try to fill the tank and let it run for a couple of days before adding a fish (we put one Beta in each tank and they are both doing very well). The acrylic is very clear, and the cover is VERY good for keeping toys, hands, etc., out of the tank. I did not give it five stars because of the pump and the lack of gravel. Even still, I would have given 4.5 stars if it were available, as the gravel is not such a big deal (don't forget to rinse it VERY, VERY well before adding it into the tank).

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The Finding Nemo aquarium kithas a sea-blue framed 1-1/2-gallon tank which features the coolest clown fish in the ocean, Nemo. Comes equipped with a Whisper 3i in-tank filter, air pump and tubing, two filter cartridges, convenient storage drawer, low-voltage power converter, blue and red lenses, and 9-LED adjustable light.

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3/02/2012

Eheim Sludge Extractor (Battery Operated) Review

Eheim Sludge Extractor
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Since I have a planted tank and don't use under gravel filters, this is just the piece of equipment I needed. It was easy to put together and cleaning it out is a breeze.I'm very pleased with this product!

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A well-kept aquarium radiates crystal-clear cleanliness right down to the gravel bed. However, sinking dirt particles, plant debris and organic residues repeatedly form an ugly layer of sludge. This provides the breeding ground for unwanted substances which pollute the water.One should therefore thoroughly clean the surface of the gravel at regualr intervals and remove the dirt particles around plant roots, stones and corners. The newly developed EHEIM Sludge Extractor is therefore an ideal helping hand.In principle this handy tool functions like a conventional vacuum cleaner: The powerful pump sucks the dirty water from the bottom via the suction jet into the integrated filter element. Here the dirt particles are reliably caught and removed from the water. Battery operation Working duration of up to 4 hours Easy handling Powerful suction pump Suction jet with extension element Suitable for marine and freshwater Supplied complete with batteries Fully submersible 2 years guaranteeTip: Works best when you go slow and easy, especially when the batteries are new.

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3/01/2012

AquaView 360 Aquarium Kit - 3 Gallon Review

AquaView 360 Aquarium Kit - 3 Gallon
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I got this little kit for my crown-tail betta Zurich. I think it's a fantastic little tank if you stock it correctly and know how to work with nano systems.

Granted for most if not all suitable fish you will need a heater, as the tank design causes anything on the rear wall to be magnified I opted for a small 7.5 watt under gravel heater, it works like a charm and my fish stays nice and happy.
Hydor MINI HEATER Aquarium Heater 7.5 Watts for Tanks 2-5 gal

I use this tank for a planted set up and could only be happier if it came with a small internal filter rather then the UGF, but whatcha gonna do? It's not a big deal to me since I'm familiar with them from previous years of fish keeping. I've posted a picture with more information on my setup in the photo section as well.

It's been running for 3 weeks and so far I have not had any issues with bacterial blooms (cloudy water) or regular cleaning and water changes. If you have any questions feel free to comment, I'll be happy to answer =)

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Complete 360 degree viewing and cool low-wattage LED lighting in one aquarium kit. Great for most small freshwater fish, the Aquaview 360 includes a hood with LED lighting, air pump and undergravel filter.

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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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2/08/2012

Stealth Visi-Therm Submersible Aquarium Heater Review

Stealth Visi-Therm Submersible Aquarium Heater
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I bought one of these heaters 2 years ago. It was working fine so bought another 6 months later. The first one stopped working 6 months ago, the second one stopped working this month. Also it does not have a light so you can see if it is working.

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Completely submersible aquarium heater is calibrated for superior accuracy in your freshwater or marine aquarium.The UL-approved heater is so streamlined, you can't even tell it's there.Temp Select DialAllows easy setting, just dial to the desired aquarium temperature.Reinforced Plastic CasingProtects components against UV s and thermal/mechanical shock.Overheat ProtectionShuts down if heater is left out of water. Restarts automatically when in water.Aluminum Cylinder and Eight-Cavity Heating ElementDistribute core heat evenly.Shock AbsorberSafely secures heating element.

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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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(Price/1)Size 14 Biocube Aquarium System Review

(Price/1)Size 14 Biocube Aquarium System
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I own the 14 gallon tank w/ stand model and I couldn't be happier. This was my first attempt at keeping saltwater fish. Although, the tank isn't very big, it is enough to put quite enough of live rock, cleaning crew, and a fish or two. In my tank, I have live rock, an anemone, 1 clownfish, 5 hermit crabs, 3 snails, a yellow watchman goby, the goby's buddy the Pistol Shrimp, sand-sifter starfish, and a fighting conch. The filter that is built in the back of the tank, is more than capable in handling the amount of life in the tank. The current is nice and strong as well. The end of the pipe on the left side of the tank that gives the tank a nice current can be moved. The middle compartment of the filter is filled with biocubes. I replaced them with small crushed rock and a sand substrate in a bag. Also, the carbon filter in the right compartment was replaced with filter pads. When the tank was first set up, I added the biological agent. When your tank is initially set up, it has to be kept going for at least a month. In the aquarium store that I go to, they have ready made water. I find it so much easier to keep my tank in an equilibrium. It also reduces any stress that might be caused if you are adding salt or other chemicals to match what your tank was when you replace some water. I find this tank also, very easy to take care of. I replace about 2 gallons of water every 2 months. I test the water monthly (sometimes every 2-3 random weeks) to make sure everything is ok. If you keep enough of the "clean team" in this tank, the tank pretty much cleans itself. The clean team can include; snails, hermit crabs, and starfish. My goby also gobbles up sand but it exits through his gills. It keeps the sand from clumping up. If you have a pistol shrimp; even better. But I caution you with a pistol shrimp. If you like your sand flat and equal, HE WILL DESTROY THAT! Think of a small bulldozer. This tank and its inhabitants keep it so clean, my anemone has grown from the size of a oreo cookie to about the size of putting your right and left hands side by side. Again, this tank is very easy to maintain. For beginners, it's perfect. For experts, they will find this tank too small but if you like reef set ups, it's the perfect size.

The stand, is nice. It blends in with the tank and is pretty sturdy. The inside has enough room to keep your fish supplies in it with some extra room. I have my fish supplies and my hamster supplies in the cabinet.

The lights; one white and one violet are nice. This tank also has 2 LED lights but after 5 months, they died. They did leave a nice little "hue" when they were on mimicking sun rays that penetrate the ocean. The tank light also can be left on for several hours and the water won't heat up. This tank is equipped with fans when the white light is on. This makes sure the temperature in the tank is constant and doesn't skyrocket. Replacement lights are available on the company website and some can be replaced at your local aquarium.

All and all, this is a great starter tank and for those who love saltwater fish but don't want a huge tank. It's easy to setup and maintain. It's also very quiet. If you have an idea about what you want to put in the tank, Oceanic Systems has several models. I saw a 32 gallon tank and if I'm not mistaken, a 64 gallon tank is available.

Finally, I've never had any problem with fish, crabs, or snails from going into the filter compartments.

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Price is for 1.

Size 14 biocube aquarium system. A 14 GALLON TANK. These tanks come complete with filtration, and lighting. All you need is water and sand to be set up. Great for small reef tanks.

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1/17/2012

biOrb Aquarium Kit with Light Fixture Review

biOrb Aquarium Kit with Light Fixture
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I totally recommend this aquarium kit for anyone just starting out in the fish-keeping hobby.Vitually everything you'll need comes in the box. However, when I bought my BiOrb a year ago, there was no heater included.If you want to keep tropical fish, you will likely need to purchase BiOrb's heater kit if they haven't yet decided to include a heater in the package.You can purchase a small heater at any good pet store, but it's likely to be a bit of an eyesore in the BiOrb.

I keep 3 dwarf African frogs and one dwarf puffer in the BiOrb and there is ample room.Cleaning day is about every 8 weeks and is generally only a matter of changing a few gallons of water and taking out the old filter cartridge and putting a new one in.The tank is well-aerated and you never see fish gasping for air at the top.Plus, it's a gorgeous tank.

My only complaint is that when I bought the BiOrb, I had no idea that they would soon come out with a 16-gallon version.I definitely would have gotten the larger tank, since with the smaller one, you have to severely limit the number of fish or aquatic creatures you keep in it.With the 16 gallon tank, you can have double the number of pets.Still, I'm very happy with my BiOrb.

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The Baby biOrb is a sophisticated aquarium that bestows the soothing sensation of swimming fish at home or at the office. It requires very little maintenance, and all supplies, including a halogen light and a comprehensive instruction guide, are provided. The unique, built-in 5-stage filtration system combines biological, chemical, and mechanical filtration to keep the water healthy and crystal-clear for months between simple filter changes. The filter cartridge conveniently lasts up to 8 weeks, so cleaning the BiOrb is quite easy. Since the filter is barely visible at the bottom of the globe, it causes no obstruction of the underwater view when the biOrb is filled. The durable, bowl-shaped Plexiglass allows a perfect 360-degree viewing angle, and the built-in halogen light provides full observation of the swimming fish any time of day. The compact size and silver trim allow it to blend into any desk, counter, table, shelf, or mantel. The Baby biOrb measures 13 x 13 x 13 inches and is covered by a manufacturer's warranty.

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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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12/28/2011

Seaclone 100 Protein Skimmer Review

Seaclone 100 Protein Skimmer
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This is a terrible product, it seemed to be fine within the first few weeks, then it turned into the worst skimmer you can buy. I originally bought one for my 90 gal tank, but soon replaced it with a skimmer that could handle the tank, I now have the SeaClone 100 on my 20 gallon tank with just an undulated triggerfish in. This product is only somewhat useful if you replace the plastic valve they give you with a brass one.

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Effectively draws waste out of your aquarium.For Saltwater Aquariums Up To 100 Gallons

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11/19/2011

OC BIOCUBE SYSTEM - SIZE 14 Review

OC BIOCUBE SYSTEM - SIZE 14
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For my first try at having a salt water tank, I figure to buy a small tank. This tank is perfect for a apartment/co-op or for homes with not an abundance of space (for a tank). Ultimatly, it's a great tank for beginners. I created a reef tank complete with live rock, an anemone, clownfish, 3 snails, 5 hermit crabs, a yellow watchman goby, pistol shrimp (has a symbiotic relationship with the goby), fighting conch, and a sand sifter starfish. On the top of the tank, it comes with a white light and a violet light. When the violet light is on, there is a fan that circulates to prevent the light from heating the tank water. I haven;t had any issue with fish jumping into the filter or pump area. Make sure the wires/plugs are not sitting on the tank hood. There are openings on the side that allow the plugs/wires to go through.

This tank has the filter built in on the back. I replaced the carbon that the tank came with, with filter pads. In the middle compartment, I took out the bio-balls and replaced it with crushed rock and sand. This keeps the tank filtered and allows the bacteria (good) to flourish. The current is very strong and you can adjust it. The filter/current/air pump is very quiet. There is no need for a separate air pump.

The tank is easy to maintain. This is great for beginners as well as experts who don't have the time to maintain a rather large tank. The downside is that if you plan on buying large fish; this tank is too small. When I bought this tank, the stand came with it at a much lower price. The stand is nice. The cabinet opens to reveal nice space inside to hide all your fish supplies. There is enough room, I keep my parakeet food in their too. No, I haven't accidently fed my fish parakeet food :)

*One small note*

If you have a Pistol Shrimp in this tank, keep an eye on the amount of sand it bulldozes. On the bottom right side of the tank, there is a vent for the filter. If the pistol shrimp covers it up, the filter might spit out the sand and hurt the anemones in the tank. I caught it in time! My clownfish was giving me the look of," save him, save him, save him!!!!"

*Less than a year after I bought this tank. the blue light died. Then the fans near the white light began to make noise (not loud, but you can hear it). Getting a hold of the company is not recommend, they don't respond; however, your local fish store/aquarium center probably has both lights in stock as well as replacement fans. Mine did! <----Update on the fans 10/4/10 The fan noise stopped. No replacing was needed. It just might be this model. I've checked the fans and they were working properly. I still say that this is a great tank for beginners or for those who don't want a huge tank to take care of. You can have enough rocks and living things in it to make you happy. In my tank, I have: 1 Yellow Watchman Goby, 1 Ocellaris Clownfish (tank raised), 1 Sebae Anemone (the clownfish snuggles and lives in it), 5 Hermit crabs, 1 snail, 1 under gravel snail ( I forget it's name), 1 Japanese pistol shrimp, and 1 Sand Sifter Starfish. If you buy hermit crabs, make sure they are of the same size (or slightly smaller) or else you'll have a crab war. If you have a pistol shrimp, you cannot put other shrimp in the tank (for example: cleaning, peppermint or fire shrimp). I also have a 10 gallon (regular, not biocube) tank which has my 2 Sea Horses (have them since February '10), 1 sand snail, and a peppermint shrimp. They are in the tank with the Sea Horses to keep the tank clean :) It's good to have a clean team in your tank but don't get a lot of them or they will turn on each other.

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SIZE 14 BIOCUBE AQUARIUM SYSTEM

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11/15/2011

Turbo-Twist 6X UV Sterilizer - 250 gallon - 18W Review

Turbo-Twist 6X UV Sterilizer - 250 gallon - 18W
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The Turbo Twist unit is well worth the money.I had quite a few parasites that kept coming back and each time I had to spend the money on medicines to rid of them.It got to be a real pain in the butt.With other UV sterilizers on the market and not sure which one to purchase, I took a gamble and bought the Turbo Twist.I have had the unit about 2 years now and can't think of a time since then that I have had problems with diseases or parasites.The product does what it is intended to do.You must have the appropriate water flow from your filter in order for it to work properly though.I have mine installed on my canister filter and it works excellent.It also comes with a nice bracket system so that you can either use the suction cups or screw it into your aquarium stand.I simply screwed the bracket into my aquarium cabinet on the inside so that it is not visible.I also installed quick-disconnects on each end so that I can clean the unit easily without having to dismantle the entire filtration setup.I hope this information helps your decision-making. I highly recommend!!!

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The Coralife Turbo-Twist 6x UV Sterilizer provides continuous ultraviolet sterilization. The Turbo -Twist provides crystal-clear aquariums by eliminating single-cell algae that cause algal blooms. It also decreases the possibility of a disease outbreak in your aquatic system by ensuring that disease-causing pathogens cannot reproduce. The sterilizer eradicates most harmful micro-organism on the initial pass through the chamber. The Turbo-Twist 6x treats up to 250 gallon saltwater or freshwater aquatic systems. The Turbo-Twist features a quartz glass sleeve with a 18 watt PL compact fluorescent U.V. Lamp. The lamp is surrounded by a revolutionary "turbo-twist" flow design to increase dwell time, which in turn increases efficiency. The filter's triple-treatment time fully utilizes all the available U.V. output of the lamp. The Turbo-Twist can be installed vertically outside the aquarium or sump using the included bracket and suction cup. It can also be installed in a horizontal position by attaching the bracket with screws to a fixed surface.Powercord: 10 ft. long

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11/11/2011

Tetra 29135 Little Mermaid Aquarium Cube, 1.5 Gallons Review

Tetra 29135 Little Mermaid Aquarium Cube, 1.5 Gallons
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Adorable, colorful, fun, convenient. Bought this as a gift for my best friend's beta fish. She absolutely loves it. It comes with really cool thin plastic pieces to change the lights color to blue or red. Overall a great tank for small fish and a great buy.

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The Little Mermaid aquarium kit features a purple-framed 1-1/2-gallon tank with every girl's favorite princess, Ariel, and her sidekick, Sebastian.Equipped with whisper 3i in-tank filter, air pump and tubing, two filter cartridges, storage drawer, low-voltage power converter, blue and red lenses, and 9-LED adjustable light.

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