Coleallensmom
Planted Tank Enthusiast
I'm currently running a 15gal Aquatech (left over from an old tank) and a 50gal Aquaclear filter on my 36 gal tank. I decided to save the carbon insert that came with the Aquaclear setup and instead put in an ammonia insert. (Currently I'm running a sponge, an ammonia insert, then biomax on top.) However, I've done some reading in the month+ since I set the filter up and have read two things... 1) after a month of use the ammonia insert needs to be changed and 2) many recommend not using an ammonia insert at all. I'm getting ready to do my weekly PWC and was thinking of taking the ammonia insert out and replacing it with a sponge (I have an extra one.) Opinions?
Also, the Use Instructions on the Aquaclear state to change the sponge every two months and the biomax insert every three months. I'm assuming I can keep using the sponge as long as I can rinse it "clean" during water changes...What about the biomax insert?
Also, the Use Instructions on the Aquaclear state to change the sponge every two months and the biomax insert every three months. I'm assuming I can keep using the sponge as long as I can rinse it "clean" during water changes...What about the biomax insert?