? about our qt

[ditchdoctor81]

do I need a ph in our qt or is the biowheel ok by itself? we are going tomorrow to pick up a fish & I was just trying to find out if I need to pick up an extra ph while I'm there.

thanks

[roka64]

I would get a small ph for it.

[tecwzrd]

IMO it depends on the size of the QT and the size of the bio-wheel. Also if it's hang on back or if it's a canister/hob. For example I use the Magnum Hot which is a hob but has it's own outlet similar to a ph and it puts out 250 gph which is enough for my 20 gal QT for circulation/oxygenation purposes. If you aren't moving at least 10 times tank volume then I'd get a ph.

[ditchdoctor81]

I'll pick one up.

thanks

[melosu58]

I think a small one would be a good choice.

[Innovator]

A powerhead is fine, but not necessary. The hob should provide enough filtration and water movement. Technically, a sponge filter would be enough to run a qt with regular water changes.

[Kurt_Nelson]

I run a Penguin 100 Biowheel (100 gph) in my 10 gallon QT. No problems.