Travis55
Aquarium Advice FINatic
Hey all, has anybody used the fluval u series? I really like the idea of an internal filter that i can hide with rocks. I want it for my 20 gal Saltwater tank. Any advice or input is greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!
carey said:I don't think I would pick an internal filter for a sw tank. Too much gunk and salt can get in there. I'd go for a nice aquaclear 50, thats what I run on my 20g.
Just my opinion though! lol
carey said:Those u4's are kinda expensive in comparison to an aquaclear.
Amazon.com: Fluval U4 Underwater Filter: Pet Supplies
Amazon.com: AquaClear 50 Power Filter - 110 V, UL Listed (Includes AquaClear 50 Carbon, AquaClear 50 Foam & AquaClear 50 BioMax: Pet Supplies
carey said:I have used a few aquaclears on several of my tanks. always a great filter. Plus you can add whatever media you want in case you need to run carbon or GFO for phosphates. Highly recommend them.
carey said:If the skimmer works I wouldnt sell it, you can use it on the 55g if you like. I have a 90g fowlr and I'm running a skimmer. Great item to have.
carey said:A skimmer removes organics from your tank. if you run your skimmer for a week or two you'd see what it pulls from the water. Nasty stuff. I wouldnt want that nasty crud in my tank so best to skim it out.