I can't decide....

[Paintballer99]

Ok some of you know that i want two filters. FOr having a 20 gallon long, with live plants and co2, should i get an aqua clear? Or a Tom rapids mini canister?(which i would get 2 of)


AC http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2754143&lmdn=Brand

Rapids http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=16742

Any comments are welcome!

 

[SMinNC]

I'm curious as to why 2, rapids. But only 1, AC20?


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Sorry. lol
you gonna be sick of fish, before you get any. : /

 

[Star_Rider]

I'm curious as to why 2, rapids. But only 1, AC20?


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Sorry. lol
you gonna be sick of fish, before you get any. : /

good question

or you could do 1 each

 

[Paintballer99]

It was becasuse the rapids filter is smaller, so 2 would fit my needs. WIth an aquaclear, i could just get a filter rated for 50 gallons...and only get one

 

[vampie]

I'd go with the Aquaclear. The seal job on Toms are usually quite poor, so water leaks and sucking in air are pretty common complaints with it.

 

[Star_Rider]

I'd go with the Aquaclear. The seal job on Toms are usually quite poor, so water leaks and sucking in air are pretty common complaints with it.

the only place I had issues with the one I tested was the tubing.
I used some Aquarium sealer(silicone) and sealed the fitting on the canister and it functions fine.. the only draw back is it really is only suitable for a 10.

but personally with aquariums I prefer 2 filters.. one on each end.

a 20 g filter really is not suitable for that size tank .
you could run over sized but with 2 filters you reduce 'dead' spots in the tank.

 

[Paintballer99]

SO you think i should run 2 aquaclears and that won't harm my co2 much?

 

[vampie]

the only place I had issues with the one I tested was the tubing.
I used some Aquarium sealer(silicone) and sealed the fitting on the canister and it functions fine.. the only draw back is it really is only suitable for a 10.

Experiences varies. IMO though, because most people will need to re-seal it, and may want to change the tubes and media, it will end up costing more than just the sticker price and a quality power filter at that price seems like a better investment.

but personally with aquariums I prefer 2 filters.. one on each end.
you could run over sized but with 2 filters you reduce 'dead' spots in the tank.

I agree. I run two filters on my 20l.

 

[Paintballer99]

Ok so wait, aquaclears won't harm my co2 input correct?

 

[Slappy*McFish]

Aquaclears don't effect my CO2 much at all, but I do have my water level higher than the return. (no splashing)