Filter covers for fry?

[em_witt]

I I'm almost at the massive amounts of fry stage with my convicts, firemouths, and Angelfish!( not in the same tank!! That would b a BIG mistake) and my lfs doesn't sell sponge filters so can I use some nylon "socks" like at all the shoe stores?? Already put them on. Although I can take them off if no! Pics!!

 

[George9]

I I'm almost at the massive amounts of fry stage with my convicts, firemouths, and Angelfish!( not in the same tank!! That would b a BIG mistake) and my lfs doesn't sell sponge filters so can I use some nylon "socks" like at all the shoe stores?? Already put them on. Although I can take them off if no! Pics!!

Yeah you can use them. Just rubberband them tight and keep them clear of debris.

 

[jetajockey]

You can use an aquaclear foam filter insert cut to fit also, it might not clog as easily.

 

[em_witt]

It now seems that after I put the covers on( see pics) they r stopping my water flow! Is there anything else u guys recommend that won't stop my flow?

 

[em_witt]

Kind of home made or really cheap?

 

[LyndaB]

I went that route and it didn't work for me, clogged up quickly. Tried other sponges, didn't work, they clogged.

I ended up going with this: Fluval Edge Pre Filter Sponge | Fluval Edge Reviews

I love it. My RCS love it. It does not clog. It's an amazing little thing. Even if your lfs doesn't carry sponge filters they might carry pre-filters. Ask.

 

[em_witt]

Nope don't I asked

 

[LyndaB]

Buy it on-line. Fluval Edge Pre-Filter Sponge - Filter Media - Fish - PetSmart

$2.49 at petsmart...... don't tell me you don't have a petsmart near you.....

 

[em_witt]

My ps didn't have one... but I'll check again...

 

[LyndaB]

what's your general location?

 

[em_witt]

LEE!! population 500!! Illinois 40min south of Rockford

 

[LyndaB]

PetSmart Store Locations for Pet Supplies and Pet Accessories | PetSmart

 

[em_witt]

Found it!! How often do j change it?

 

[LyndaB]

When it falls apart..... just like your filter media.

 

[bob mccoy]

go to your local walmart at the fabric section buy sponge filter material

 

[em_witt]

Cool!!

 

[em_witt]

Which 1??

 

[LyndaB]

That's so much more expensive.

 

[em_witt]

But 4 the right one u get 4 sheets of foam!

 

[LyndaB]

And then you still have to do the whole rubberband thing to keep it on the filter. I'll just stick with my $3 pre-filter, thank you very much.