Sand filters for above ground pools...is there a downside to using one in an aquariu?

[Mewnakpublic]

Hi. I have been an aquarium hobbyist for many years. I have had vivariums, African and South American cichlids. Community fish, frogs, salamanders.

I am starting up a new 78 gallon tank after divesting myself of all my pumps, filters. Etc.

I have noticed that above ground pool filters are self contained sand filters.
One experienced friend who had a marine tank, said he would be sceptical of metals that may leach from the filters.

Another said no idea.
So my question is:

Sand filters for above ground pools...is there a downside to using one in an aquarium?

I would appreciate any ideas. Now I think more about leaching metals the more it fails the sniff test.

 

[SaraB]

Don't people use those for ponds?

 

[Mewnakpublic]

That’s what I thought too. I am just being cautious.... thanks!!

 

[okapizebra]

Many public aquariums use sand filters meant for pools on their systems. Plus the sand inside them, pool filter sand, is very commonly used as substrate in aquariums. I don't think you have anything to be concerned about.

 

[Mewnakpublic]

Thank you!!