Does anyone use a Aquaclear 50 for a 55 gallon. I bought the 50 for my new 55 gallon tank and was told by three stores to buy the fifty, so I did. Another store said if I use a fifty I will have to clean the tank three times a week. I asked another question on this board and they said a fifty was not enough I need more filtration. Please help I will return the 50 if it is not enough.
Aquaclear Filters 50 or 70 for a 55 gallon tank
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i would get both the 50 and the 70. this would be better than the 110 or anything higher because it would provide more space for bacteria colonies to live at.
I use 2 filters on most tanks. It depends on stocking levels too but I'd use at least an AC 70 & the AC 50 you have. That way you can alternate cleaning them & have better water movement too.
I have an AC 110, Emperor 400 and Marineland Magnum 250 on mine. I would not put an AC 50 alone on a 55g and expect it to get the job done. I run an AC 50 on my 10g.
agree with all of the above. I bought the 50 at first, and as soon as I got it out of the box I hoped it was bigger lol. I am using the AC70 and a sunsun canister.
It's great having 2 filters running, especially when you can stagger the maintenance if each.
It's great having 2 filters running, especially when you can stagger the maintenance if each.