Penguin Filter for Saltwater Tank???
- Thread starter bimm3rb0y
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flower
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Originally Posted by bimm3rb0y
http:///forum/post/3152437
I have a Penguin Filter from my freshwater set-up. Is it necessary to have it in a Saltwater environment?
My 2 bits:
I don't know what size tank you have. Some people try and have no need for a filter, using live rock only and a skimmer. I don't recommend it myself.
While I feel a need for a filter, sump, wet/dry or canister. A penguin will case too much splash and salt creep will be a big problem. Also the amount of media isn't much. If you don't want to drill the tank...go with a canister filter, you can add lots of media and by using a spray bar create lots of good water agitation on the surface..A very good thing.
http:///forum/post/3152437
I have a Penguin Filter from my freshwater set-up. Is it necessary to have it in a Saltwater environment?
My 2 bits:
I don't know what size tank you have. Some people try and have no need for a filter, using live rock only and a skimmer. I don't recommend it myself.
While I feel a need for a filter, sump, wet/dry or canister. A penguin will case too much splash and salt creep will be a big problem. Also the amount of media isn't much. If you don't want to drill the tank...go with a canister filter, you can add lots of media and by using a spray bar create lots of good water agitation on the surface..A very good thing.
salami trigger
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I used a penguin with a BIO wheel in a pinch once and worked OK
Lots of salt creep...wouldnt recomend for the long haul tho.
Lots of salt creep...wouldnt recomend for the long haul tho.
