I have an idea for the BIO wheel.

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kgb

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Do you think theres a way to motorize the BIO-wheel rotation? I was thinking about one or maybe two small motors spinning the wheel... Would it really help that much? Would it be worth the time?
 
i dont think regular bio wheels need a motor to spin it?

you know what.. it sounds like a good DIY project!, im working on this too
 
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i guess you could try adding a motor on it. but dont get a fast speed one, that will just be a mess!
 
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its supposed to spin slow, just as long as it moves.

kgb check the axels on it and if they are clean just give the wheels a shake in a bucket of old tank water.
 
I did that, blitzen25bm and it started spining again. Maybe one revolution every five seconds or so :thm:
 
Do you have any sponges or filter pads on your intake? I have 2 bio wheel filters and it sounds like you may just not be pulling in enough water to spin it correctly. Both mine have a nice steady spin at all times.

Like others have suggested, make sure there is nothing hindering the wheel from spinning freely. Make sure your getting enough water flow. Sponges or what not over the intakes will slow the rate it can pull in water.

Just a thought.
Curtis
 
I also have a biowheel and it changes speed... as long as it is spinning it is working. I have sponge material over my intake tube and it does not affect the water flow. Occasionally I have to clean the little things sticking out on the sides when it slows too much.
 
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