im gonna buy a new canister filter what should i use?

[delfisherman]

im in the works of setting up a new 45gal tank for discus and plants. what is a good canister filter for this set up? i have a tetra whisper already but i kinda want to get away from it. any info would be great.

[Rivercats]

I use Fluval canisters and love them. A Fluval 406 would be perfect for a 45 IMO. I run them on my 55's.

[NYgiantsRP]

Definitely a fluval 406, I have 3 fluvals, all never have failed me and I LOVE the media customization options.

[gravereaper0]

I like my fluval as well, but soon someone is gonna come here n start trash talking fluval and tell you to get an eheim .
if you have the $$ definitely get an eheim, they're top of the line. Fluval is below them and then you got all the Chinese knock offs on eBay. But a lot of people have had a great success with them as well.

[BigBAWZ]

I use a Fluval 306 on my 40 gallon breeder and it runs perfect. I love it. If you can spare the money go with the 406 but the 306 will do fine in your tank.

[BigBAWZ]

Not to thread hijack but can someone help me out on choosing my lighting?

[gravereaper0]

What kind of tank is it. Size, fresh or salt water, fish only or planted/coral?

[BigBAWZ]

I have a 40 gallon breeder. Freshwater planted with fish. I had this one in mind. Tell me what you think.

36" 78W T5 HO Aquarium Light Hood Fish Freshwater Plant 2x39 Fluorescent Lamp CE | eBay

[gravereaper0]

It'll work for low light plants.

[BigBAWZ]

what would i need for high light plants?
something around 100watts?

[BigBAWZ]

are those 6700k bulbs decent?

[gravereaper0]

For high light the general rule of thumb was 4-5 watts per gallon. That rule doesn't really apply no more, but still gives you an idea what you're looking for. But if you want a high light tank you need good substrate, co2, ferts. Its not just about the lights anymore.
Yes they're the right kelvin temp for plants.

[BigBAWZ]

I think ill just get that one i only have low to medium light plants and no CO2 injection.