What filter should I use?

[pitkyaa]

I have a 46g hex tank. What type of filter should I use. Gravel, bio wheel, canister

 

[BBradbury]

Tank Filtration

I have a 46g hex tank. What type of filter should I use. Gravel, bio wheel, canister

Hello pit...

If you want a basic filter that's fairly inexpensive, easy to maintain, and will run just about forever, then I'd recommend a Hagen AquaClear. If you change out half the tank water every week, there's no need to get a large filter. One with a gph (gallon per hour) rating 6 times the volume of your tank in gallons is enough. For a 46 G, a filter that turns over 300 gallons of tank water per hour is plenty. An Aquaclear 70 has a gph of 300. This would be just right for your tank and the cost is about $40.00.

I've used Hagens for several years and they run fine.

B

 

[librarygirl]

I'd say an Aquaclear 70 or 110 would do (I'd prefer the larger one as you can't have too much filtration). Or you could do a canister, an Eheim or Fluval would work too; they're "neater" looking than HOBs too if you have a cabinet or something under the tank that's large enough to hold one.

 

[Ian086]

I have a 46g hex tank. What type of filter should I use. Gravel, bio wheel, canister

Agree with librarygirl, i went with the Tetra EX700(up to 250ltr) but will be upgrading it soon to the EX1200. As librarygirl said, it's always better to overfilter...

 

[Rivercats]

Canister filters will give you room for alot of different media and as already mentioned can be kept in your cabinet out of site. I use Fluvals, the 406 model on my 55's. I've been using Fluvals for over 20 years and they have always been very reliable.

 

[jackwagon]

As said before aquaclears are a good option. I would shy away from a filter like an emperor 400. I have one and can't wait to get rid of it. I'll be switching it out for an aquaclear.