Hang on Back Filter in a saltwater tank

vtvsd

vtvsd

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Any thoughts on using multiple HOB filters on a FOWLR tank? I was pricing sump filtration systems and I don't see it in the budget any time soon so I was thinking about using 2 HOB filters with bio-wheels. They apparently have set ups for additional media. I would greatly appreciate some feed back before I make any purchases. Thanks.
 
flower

flower

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Originally Posted by VTVSD http:///t/397372/hang-on-back-filter-in-a-saltwater-tank#post_3541637
Any thoughts on using multiple HOB filters on a FOWLR tank? I was pricing sump filtration systems and I don't see it in the budget any time soon so I was thinking about using 2 HOB filters with bio-wheels. They apparently have set ups for additional media. I would greatly appreciate some feed back before I make any purchases. Thanks.


Hi,

Welcome to the site.

Yes you can use the HOB filters without a problem. The bio wheels are not needed, and personally I get HOB filters without them. Your live rock and sand does the work of the bio wheel, and removing it may prevent some splash which causes salt creep. I have a 90g with two HOB C4 Fluval brand filters along with my sump (seahorses are messy eaters). That HOB filter is designed for different media. I use the same brand on my 56g as well (just 1 for that tank). They work great.
 
3dees

3dees

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get enough live rock and you won't need any filters except for a skimmer. I have a 120 gal. which is sumpless and no filters. I have a hob skimmer.
 
jay0705

jay0705

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Lol that does work. Its not cheap but it is effective. I have like 40-45 lbs in my 20 gal. The fish thrive lol I do also have a hob in there too, but the tank is prob overstock, its my old qt that is now home to a misbehaving dottyback, aswell as fish waiting to go in my new tank.
 
geridoc

geridoc

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Consider building a sump from an inexpensive tank bought on sale (usually about $1.00/gallon). There are plenty of plans online, but you should go simple. The additional cost would be for an overflow and a return pump. Still probably less expensive than a gaggle of HOB's, and certainly more functional.
 
mr saltwater

mr saltwater

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My tank broke out with ich treated entire tank for 7 days with seachem prima guard
Did a 50 percent water Change
Waited a week bought a sailfin tang
Lasted me one day and died
Water pare meters were rite on
Temp 80f
Sa 1.020
Fowlr tank
Ph8.3
Everything else good
 
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