Filtration????

[TidBitz]

So I love my API NEXX , (not very old) but don't like the intake. It's next to none when it comes to pulling in trash (even specks float right by) and I have done everything to change it. I did some research and the submersible pump is only worth 19.00 brand new. So I want to buy a different one. Can some of you please give me your opinions on which to get without breaking the bank. (Yes I cleaned the old one and checked for clogs as well as checked filters).

 

[boadams87]

What size tank its it? What is that filter rated for? You need up to 3x the size of your tank.

 

[Andrewz00]

you can NEVER have too much filtration!!! 3x is the minimum required... and that is heavily dependent on how stocked you are... i have had tanks that had over 10x

 

[aqua_chem]

Another pump won't solve your current filtration issues. It will only move the unfiltered detritus around more.


I agree with what's been previously stated regarding unanswered questions. Without knowing what size tank you have and what your requirements are, it's impossible to suggest options.

 

[Cichlid Kid]

I was gonna purchase a api nexx also but didn't like the idea of a canister type having the pump on display inside the tank. Im not very familiar with the intake pump on that model. Is there any way to substitute a powerhead? If so wouldn't the improved flow from a substantial powerhead help the units ability to filter better?

 

[Cichlid Kid]

Also, doesn't the Nexx have the option of add on's? Are you currently running just the single unit?

 

[TidBitz]

The tank is a 55g with a 55g filtration, I rinse the filter every other week and replace every month in a half vs the two month as it states to do. The nexx (self priming) does have extensions and I do want to get another. And if I remember correctly when done it ads another 75 gallons to filtration. May be wrong but close. I looked the pump up (217gph) and it is not the correct gph for the filter so I ordered another (475gph) . If the pump is not pulling wouldn't that cause a filtration problem or am I wrong? I am under population in tank.

 

[boadams87]

Yes you most definitely need more but if its not pulling enough water you do have a problem.