Jgeezer1986
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My 20Gal has an Aqueon hanging power filter, stock with the package. It uses large replacement cartridges with the carbon already in it.
When do you guys change the filter and how often? I usually change mine in between water changes to minimize the loss of the beneficial bacteria. I dont know that this is really an issue but i do it anyway. Also , how often do you change them. I seen that the carbon in them is only active for a week or so , but i only change mine every six weeks or so.
Just looking for some opinions. Always nice to know if the way i do things is common or should be different.
When do you guys change the filter and how often? I usually change mine in between water changes to minimize the loss of the beneficial bacteria. I dont know that this is really an issue but i do it anyway. Also , how often do you change them. I seen that the carbon in them is only active for a week or so , but i only change mine every six weeks or so.
Just looking for some opinions. Always nice to know if the way i do things is common or should be different.