Two filters in one tank?

[Humanis1993]

I have a twenty gallon tank but I don't have a power filter that is powerful enough to clean it. I do however have two 10gal powerfilters. Could I use both of them at the same time to clean my tank? Or would that cause to much current for my fish?

 

[mfdrookie516]

IMHO, two filters rated for 10g each are not enough to filter a 20g tank.

 

[Humanis1993]

I don't have enough $$$ to get a 20gal filter though and the aqueon deluxe kit aquarium 20 only came with one 10gallon filter which I know isn't big enough for the tank. I guess I need to start saving to buy a 20gal filter then

 

[BigJim]

Save to buy a 30g-40g filter. Manufacturers like to overrate their filters. In the meantime, run both filters.

 

[Humanis1993]

Also would an under gravel filter work better then a power filter?

 

[straick]

I might be wrong in this, but from what I've read under gravel filters aren't all that great, and a powered filter is preferred.

 

[Mr. Limpet]

Save to buy a 30g-40g filter. Manufacturers like to overrate their filters. In the meantime, run both filters.

+1

Run what you have until you can upgrade. I'd suggest the AC50. It works great on my 20.

Pass on the UGF, IMHO.

Sent from my Epic 4G using Aquarium

 

[BigJim]

UGFs are effective, but they're kinda loud and ugly. You also have to vacuum really well to keep the filter clean. Reverse UGFs use a powerhead to pump water up through the gravel so it doesn't trap the waste. They're usually preferred over a regular UGF, but then you need a powerhead.

Keep your eyes open on Craigslist and eBay. You can find a deal if you're patient. I got an AC110 for my 40B off Craigslist for $40.

 

[Coleallensmom]

Save to buy a 30g-40g filter. Manufacturers like to overrate their filters. In the meantime, run both filters.

+1

Run what you have until you can upgrade. I'd suggest the AC50. It works great on my 20.

Pass on the UGF, IMHO.

+1 The Aquaclear 50 is a great filter choice for a 20 gallon tank.