AquaClear 70 - Page 2 - Aquarium Advice

AquaJoe · 10-18-2005, 04:14 PM

What is the best type of biological media for me to put in the filter? I am looking at these:

http://www.mops.ca/cgi-bin/SoftCart....ffe+1129665327

They seem to have the most usable surface area.....

Also, when I get this unit, does the biological media go in a media bag and just hang in the filter?

I want to order everything from one website, a Canadian one at that (to avoid customs charges). This website has everything I need, so far as I can tell.

So far my shopping cart consists of:
-Aquaclear 70
-2x Aquaclear 70 media bags
-3x foam inserts (not including the one that comes with the filter)

The last thing I need is the biological filter stuff.... Bioballs or whatever.
I really can not afford to buy this but oh well, you have to pay to play rite?

Thanks in advance. As soon as I find out if these "Lee's-Aquarium Bio-Pin Balls" are any good I will be placing the order. I also intend on buying another aquarium in the near future for quarantine purposes.

Joe

BillD · 10-18-2005, 08:54 PM

I have a couple of [acronym:cfd6a78ee6="Activated Carbon"]AC[/acronym:cfd6a78ee6] 300s that are still using the original foam inserts, and they are over 10 years old. They have to be the cheapest [acronym:cfd6a78ee6="Hang On Back"]HOB[/acronym:cfd6a78ee6] to operate. I run 2 sponges. Contrary to publice opinion, they can take a fairly thorough cleaning in tank water with out destroying the bacteria on them. Considere this; if squeezing them to remove solids washes off the bacteria, what chance would they have of staying attached with the rate of flow through the sponges? Leaving a lot of solids in the sponge after cleaning, reduces their efficiency. It reduces the water flow and reduces the amount of oxygen reaching the bacteria that has colonized the sponge.

AquaJoe · 10-18-2005, 08:55 PM

Too late. I ordered it. I can't stand the thought of my fish being in an unsuitable enviroment.... I have to correct this situation as quickly as I possibly can....

Here is what I ordered:

Quote:

You ordered the following items:
CPHA-A615 AquaClear 300 Power Filter 1 CAD-$ 46.99 USD-$ 39.16
FMHA-A1366 AquaClear 300 Filter Bags [2 pk] 1 CAD-$ 3.99 USD-$ 3.33
FMLE-17031-1 Bio-Pin Balls [1 gallon] 1 CAD-$ 11.99 USD-$ 9.99
FCHA-A1396 -3PK- AquaClear 300 Foam Inserts 1 CAD-$ 5.99 USD-$ 4.99
FOWA-0094 Shrimp Pellets [128g] 1 CAD-$ 4.49 USD-$ 3.74

I hope my cats dig the shrimp pellets. Apparently they are great for cats and plecos. We'll see how it goes.

Toirtis, I sure hope you are rite about what you said....

Thanks again.

Joe

greenmaji · 10-19-2005, 04:33 AM

AquaJoe.. Toirtis was right.. the AquaClear is the [acronym:2956096996="Hang On Back"]HOB[/acronym:2956096996] filter to own.. Ive owned 5 diffent brands since starting in this hobby and the AquaClear is by far the best [acronym:2956096996="In my opinion"]IMO[/acronym:2956096996]. I have one now that's 14 years old and still works like I just bought it. Ive had to do some kind of major repair to all of my [acronym:2956096996="Hang On Back"]HOB[/acronym:2956096996] filters at one time or another, ones that most hobbiest would have tossed there filter in the trash sometimes, Ive never had to do any major repair to my AquaClear. That to me is the sign of a much better engineered product. The things are built like tanks. :P
I thought I would give you some ideas on some of the modifications that can be done with the filter..
http://www.cichlid-forum.com/article...tricks_iii.php

Toirtis · 10-19-2005, 05:00 AM

Like greenmaji suggested, you will not be disappointed

AquaJoe · 10-19-2005, 06:59 AM

I am very excited to get the new filter.

Untill I do, I will be doing 30% [acronym:2a7e129533="Partial water change"]PWC[/acronym:2a7e129533] every other day.

Thanks again Toirtis, I think you saved Elivira's life (my female betta).

Joe

AquaJoe · 10-19-2005, 06:59 AM

By the way, do I put the bio balls in a media bag or do I simply place them in the filter?

Thanks again.

Joe

Toirtis · 10-19-2005, 12:23 PM

No need to put the bioballs in a bag...in fact, they are more efficacious without one.

AquaJoe · 10-19-2005, 04:46 PM

So I just put the balls in and let them float around? Or should I connect them together? Aparently they are connectable, what purpose this serves is beyond me.

Are they boyant? Sorry for being such a pest.

Joe

Toirtis · 10-19-2005, 05:02 PM

Most are bouyant....no need to float them prior to putting them in the filter, though. I cannot imagine why anyone would want to connect them, though.

10-18-2005, 08:54 PM	#12
BillD Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Whitby, Ont,Canada Posts: 921	I have a couple of [acronym:cfd6a78ee6="Activated Carbon"]AC[/acronym:cfd6a78ee6] 300s that are still using the original foam inserts, and they are over 10 years old. They have to be the cheapest [acronym:cfd6a78ee6="Hang On Back"]HOB[/acronym:cfd6a78ee6] to operate. I run 2 sponges. Contrary to publice opinion, they can take a fairly thorough cleaning in tank water with out destroying the bacteria on them. Considere this; if squeezing them to remove solids washes off the bacteria, what chance would they have of staying attached with the rate of flow through the sponges? Leaving a lot of solids in the sponge after cleaning, reduces their efficiency. It reduces the water flow and reduces the amount of oxygen reaching the bacteria that has colonized the sponge. __________________ Join a fish club. Don't have one in your area? Start one.

10-19-2005, 05:00 AM	#15
Toirtis Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 6,768	Like greenmaji suggested, you will not be disappointed __________________ G. A. Christian Bilou, Zoologist/Writer Founder/Director, Reptile Rescue Alberta Vice-President, Calgary Aquarium Society www.calgaryaquariumsociety.com Polypterid/Primitive Fish/Ctenopoma/Catfish Fanatic 62 Aquariums, 2200+ total gallons, Aquarist since 1971.

10-19-2005, 12:23 PM	#18
Toirtis Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 6,768	No need to put the bioballs in a bag...in fact, they are more efficacious without one. __________________ G. A. Christian Bilou, Zoologist/Writer Founder/Director, Reptile Rescue Alberta Vice-President, Calgary Aquarium Society www.calgaryaquariumsociety.com Polypterid/Primitive Fish/Ctenopoma/Catfish Fanatic 62 Aquariums, 2200+ total gallons, Aquarist since 1971.

10-19-2005, 05:02 PM	#20
Toirtis Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 6,768	Most are bouyant....no need to float them prior to putting them in the filter, though. I cannot imagine why anyone would want to connect them, though. __________________ G. A. Christian Bilou, Zoologist/Writer Founder/Director, Reptile Rescue Alberta Vice-President, Calgary Aquarium Society www.calgaryaquariumsociety.com Polypterid/Primitive Fish/Ctenopoma/Catfish Fanatic 62 Aquariums, 2200+ total gallons, Aquarist since 1971.

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10-18-2005, 04:14 PM	#11
AquaJoe Aquarium Advice Freak Join Date: May 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 242	What is the best type of biological media for me to put in the filter? I am looking at these: http://www.mops.ca/cgi-bin/SoftCart....ffe+1129665327 They seem to have the most usable surface area..... Also, when I get this unit, does the biological media go in a media bag and just hang in the filter? I want to order everything from one website, a Canadian one at that (to avoid customs charges). This website has everything I need, so far as I can tell. So far my shopping cart consists of: -Aquaclear 70 -2x Aquaclear 70 media bags -3x foam inserts (not including the one that comes with the filter) The last thing I need is the biological filter stuff.... Bioballs or whatever. I really can not afford to buy this but oh well, you have to pay to play rite? Thanks in advance. As soon as I find out if these "Lee's-Aquarium Bio-Pin Balls" are any good I will be placing the order. I also intend on buying another aquarium in the near future for quarantine purposes. Joe

10-19-2005, 04:33 AM	#14
greenmaji Aquarium Advice Addict Join Date: May 2005 Location: Central Kentucky Posts: 5,937	AquaJoe.. Toirtis was right.. the AquaClear is the [acronym:2956096996="Hang On Back"]HOB[/acronym:2956096996] filter to own.. Ive owned 5 diffent brands since starting in this hobby and the AquaClear is by far the best [acronym:2956096996="In my opinion"]IMO[/acronym:2956096996]. I have one now that's 14 years old and still works like I just bought it. Ive had to do some kind of major repair to all of my [acronym:2956096996="Hang On Back"]HOB[/acronym:2956096996] filters at one time or another, ones that most hobbiest would have tossed there filter in the trash sometimes, Ive never had to do any major repair to my AquaClear. That to me is the sign of a much better engineered product. The things are built like tanks. :P I thought I would give you some ideas on some of the modifications that can be done with the filter.. http://www.cichlid-forum.com/article...tricks_iii.php

10-19-2005, 06:59 AM	#16
AquaJoe Aquarium Advice Freak Join Date: May 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 242	I am very excited to get the new filter. Untill I do, I will be doing 30% [acronym:2a7e129533="Partial water change"]PWC[/acronym:2a7e129533] every other day. Thanks again Toirtis, I think you saved Elivira's life (my female betta). Joe

10-19-2005, 04:46 PM	#19
AquaJoe Aquarium Advice Freak Join Date: May 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 242	So I just put the balls in and let them float around? Or should I connect them together? Aparently they are connectable, what purpose this serves is beyond me. Are they boyant? Sorry for being such a pest. Joe

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