DIY Filter for 3 to 5 10 gallon tanks... need ideas

[oO.Crim.Oo]

So, I am adding a third 10 gallon tank to my basement. They are all invert only tanks. I'd like to run the three of them off of one DIY filter. I've been scouring the threads and not finding what I'm looking for. Any recommendations? I'd prefer to NOT drill the tanks. There are currently 3 tanks, but it'd be nice to leave room for a couple more down the line. Bucket type filter? Rubbermaid (tote) type filter? I have NO idea!

 

[msjinkzd]

I would get an air pump, gang valve, and 3 sponge filters.

 

[Rbishop]

Gang air driven is the cheapest and easiest option.

 

[Sploke]

Yep, get a big air pump and use sponge filters. Foster-smith sells a kit for drilling and tapping PVC to screw in nipples for airline tubing into 3/4" PVC as well to use as a manifold, then just use 1/4" drops into the tanks. Unless you're planning on adding a bunch more tanks at some point though, the gang valve would just be cheaper.

 

[oO.Crim.Oo]

Thanks for the opinions. Always much appreciated

 

[Cory Keeper]

meh, a central system would be a little complicated if you ask me.

 

[oO.Crim.Oo]

meh, a central system would be a little complicated if you ask me.

That's what I have a man for. :grinyes:

 

[Mgamer20o0]

just do the sponge filters and call it a day. cheap easy and works more so for invert tanks.