what Aquarium Canister Filter should I get? Have a 55Gal or should I even get a Canister?

Q: I have a 55gL and I need a good filter, there are so meny to choose from that I'm confused! I want something

A: I actually go with a blocking filter as a Marineland Penguin 350 or Emperor 400. The emperors held for years (mine is probably 5 years old, used,...

How much lower than the aquarium should the canister filter be?

Q: I am setting up a tank of goldfish in a table "coffee" of the aquarium. The base of this reservoir is about 6 "above ground level. If I set a filter cartridge at...

A: I have two Fluval Canister filters and they are great! This is their website. . .


Because the unit is a sealed unit gravity, the...

Need help on best Canister Filter.

I have a Rena that works significant. IMO, I like to get the next value up because the filters always seem to question less as they get older. If it circulates the hose too much you can always vacillate turn into the loophole. I have the Rena XP3 which is rated for 175 gals but I have a 75 gal tank. I drilled a few more holes in the afghan bar to patch up the freely flow. Two impressive things to look for when buying a canister filter is a shut in-off and cut lever for compliant cleaning and it HAS to be self priming! When...

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