Filter question ?

Fishboy 27 · 12-20-2011, 10:10 AM

Hello again its me Fishboy with another crazy question ? Im having trouble deciding which filter i should get for my 75 gallon tank. I read up on all the information there is to know.bout different kinds ok filters any advice well do and help thanks.

TypeYourTextHere · 12-20-2011, 10:12 AM

I have an Aquaclear 110 on my 75 ATM but am going to soon upgrade to a DIY sump. The AC 110 keeps up just fine, but I want to overstock my tank so I need more filtration.

KG4mxv · 12-20-2011, 10:20 AM

I am partial to the canister filters that way you can have the tank closer to the wall.
It is a neater way to go and it is very quiet.
I have the pen-plax cascade 1000 and I love it.
I have had this filter for over 3 years and it is still running strong as ever.

never had a problem with it.
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drunkenbeast · 12-20-2011, 10:34 AM

Ive always run HOB penguins and emperor filters they are great and get the job done
if you are looking for something better than just getting the job done i recently bought the eheim 2217 canister its amazing and i love it.
canisters are the way to go to just put it over the top

jrman83 · 12-20-2011, 10:40 AM

I have an Eheim 2075 and Eheim 2229 on my 75g. I used to have an AC110 and an AC70 on it. Canisters give you more area for media. I prefer them over anything else now.

TypeYourTextHere · 12-20-2011, 10:48 AM

I was considering going with a canister filter but thought it would be interesting to try a wet/dry filter instead. Plus it gives me a reason to build something since I am doing a DIY wet/dry filter.

BBradbury · 12-20-2011, 12:02 PM

Hello Fish...

I'm a fan of AquaClear HOBs. Much easier on the wallet than canisters and a lot easier to service. I've had my AquaClears for about eight years and haven't replaced one yet.

A couple of AC 50s placed on opposite sides of the tank and an aggressive water change routine of removing and replacing a minimum of half the tank volume every week and your water conditions will be "pristine".

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hookthefish · 12-20-2011, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Fishboy 27

Hello again its me Fishboy with another crazy question ? Im having trouble deciding which filter i should get for my 75 gallon tank. I read up on all the information there is to know.bout different kinds ok filters any advice well do and help thanks.

Depends on how much your willing to spend. I use 3- 20" whole hose filters, 1st is a 200 micron bag filter, 2nd is cartridge filled with Matrix biofilter stone, 3rd is 50 micron pleated filter.
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SuckMyCichlids · 12-20-2011, 04:34 PM

what are you planning on putting in the tank? you should figure that out first as that'll definetly help you finding out what kind you actually need.

aquaninja · 12-21-2011, 08:37 AM

I use the Aqueon 55/75 HOB filter for my 75 gallon. It goes up to 90 gallons, so you can overstock a little. I love it because when you completely fill the tank it is so quiet. It also keeps the water clear.

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