Power Head

Could i use a powerhead as a water pump for a DIY filter?
 
Originally posted by superstein61
Actually Jim, having built one - I disagree. First, you can make one of these things pretty simple (mine cost less than $5 and took about 15 minutes to make) - and second, rather than having one powerhead pushing flow in a certain area, the undergravel jet can help disperse it to 3 or more spots throughout the tank. So IMO you get better, more even flow thru the tank

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I guess I just don't see that they're necessary... with even half-decent filter outlet placement, I don't see flow through the tank as being a significant problem. For example, I occasionally add Aragamilk to several of my mbuna tanks. Aragmilk is... well... milky when you add it. After it's added, you can easily see the current flows in the tank. I'm always surprised how quickly and evenly the stuff is dispersed after adding it. In these tanks, what advantage would I see by adding the jet system?

I'm not just playing devil's advocate, I'm really intersted. I love to fiddle with new gadgets, but unless there's some demonstrable benefit to my fish or reduction in my work, I generally won't bother.

Thanks,
Jim
 
Originally posted by AntmanMike
Could i use a powerhead as a water pump for a DIY filter?
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It would really depend on how far the water needs to be lifted (the head) to the filter (or from it) to get the water back to the tank. Most powerheads are designed to push water, not lift it. You might do better with a pump specifically designed for the purpose. Probably wouldn't cost more... maybe just a bit more.

Jim
 
Originally posted by JSchmidt
... Probably rates right up there with a UV sterilizer in terms of actual necessity.
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Darn! I'll have to send the 3 I ordered back! The guy on the phone sounded so convincing...:rolleyes:
 
Originally posted by Dr. Fishenstein
I would suggest an Undergravel Jet system to provide water movement throughout the tank instead of from just one spot.
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I may attempt that the next time I tear down the tank. I don't want too much flow, so it must be variable.

Thanks on the suggestions on the Maxi Jet powerhead. I have 'slow zone' - almost no water movement at all on one side of my tank and I migh get a powerhead to 'fix' that..
 
Originally posted by JSchmidt
....or something to power a UGF is all that's wanted. Probably rates right up there with a UV sterilizer in terms of actual necessity.

Jim
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Glad my UV sterilizer is going.... I love overkill for cleaner water..:D
 
Originally posted by JSchmidt
Did he get you to let him toss in a couple bottles of Tetra's EasyBalance, too?

:D

Jim
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Yeah! Bottles? He said it only came in gallon jugs!!!:confused: He he he he!
 
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