is jebo safe?

[chutneyjh]

I'm looking at some jebo powerheads. It says they're UL listed but I don't think I believe that. I've heard of some of their products catching on fire, but just the lights. Has anyone had any other problems with the filters or powerheads? Thanks.

 

[fedukeford]

Ive heard the filters are pretty bad, but i didnt know anything about them making powerheads. IMO go with maxijet, good reputible company, pretty cheap. Or if you have a larger tank (55+) go with some Seios

 

[chutneyjh]

I think they sell them under the brand name lifetech. At least that's how they have them listed on the acution site.

 

[fedukeford]

O, i still havent heard them, but its probley better to go with more commonly known brands like the 2 i mentiond above

 

[dmc888]

I would stay away from jebo. I tried their lights,phs, and uv. They are cheap for a reason. The lights got real hot because there was no ventilation at all and the uv housing cracked while tightening it. Their ph are pretty huge for the gph too.
I agree with fedukeford seios for 55+ or maxijets for a smaller tank. Both have been reliable for me.

 

[snookedsteve]

Have you guys seen the MJ mods? It is pretty cool. You can modify a maxi jet to put out about 1200-2500 GPH. I have a 72" Odyssea fixture. I have had no problems (knock on wood). The fires from what I understand were with the old 36" fixtures. However, I wouldn't buy them just because they are cheap. I am learning you get what you pay for.

 

[fedukeford]

The MJ mods are pretty sweet, but IMO should be on nothing smaller than a 100 gallon, otherwise there'd be sand EVERYWHERE. Im thinking about ordering the pack to mod my MJ 1200 to see how it works out, it'll deffinatly be cheaper than getting a Seio or Tunze with the same GPH rating

 

[chutneyjh]

I'll look into the MJs. I had them on my 55 before I got rid of it and really liked them.
Where can I find more info on this mod? Is it hard to do? I'm pretty challenged with stuff like that lol.

 

[chutneyjh]

Ok nevermind about the mod lol. I looked it up and it's more drilling and glueing and whatnot than I really want to do. I think I'll just spend the extra money.