nattybug33
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I'm going to buy a canister filter, I've looked at 2, one is an Ehiem w/ a built in heater and the other is a AQUAEL UniMax Pro w/ built in UV sterilizer. Any one have any recomendations?
Which Canister filter is better?
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saltwater8
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Originally Posted by nattybug33
I'm going to buy a canister filter, I've looked at 2, one is an Ehiem w/ a built in heater and the other is a AQUAEL UniMax Pro w/ built in UV sterilizer. Any one have any recomendations?
I have been looking at the exact same filters....
Let me know what you find out...
I'm going to buy a canister filter, I've looked at 2, one is an Ehiem w/ a built in heater and the other is a AQUAEL UniMax Pro w/ built in UV sterilizer. Any one have any recomendations?
I have been looking at the exact same filters....
Let me know what you find out...
dcr
Member
How about leakage? Is the Via Aqua 650 solid in this regard?
I have a Fluval 104 and the thing leaks so much, I keep it in a 5 gallon pail. I have replaced the o-ring seal, etc and I hate the damn thing.
If ANY of these filters listed in the above threads are not prone to leak, I'll buy any one of them. :happyfish
I have a Fluval 104 and the thing leaks so much, I keep it in a 5 gallon pail. I have replaced the o-ring seal, etc and I hate the damn thing.
If ANY of these filters listed in the above threads are not prone to leak, I'll buy any one of them. :happyfish
jester805
Member
Originally Posted by divetroop
I've used a Via Aqua 650 and 750. Never had any problems with them. Simple to use and they were cheap. Just do a search online and you should be able get more info on them.
I just looked up the Via Aqua 650 & 750 on another site. Do you know what the recommended tank size is for each of those???
Also....is there that much of a difference between these & Eheim Professional II 2026?? There sure is a big price difference.
Thanks!
saltwater8
Member
Originally Posted by jester805
I just looked up the Via Aqua 650 & 750 on another site. Do you know what the recommended tank size is for each of those???
Also....is there that much of a difference between these & Eheim Professional II 2026?? There sure is a big price difference.
Thanks!
650 - up to 70 gallons
750 - up to 150 gallons..
Are these another China knock off of German products?
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thomas712
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May I intrude here? I just saw my first FX5 by fluval, looks like they have converted a wet/dry vac, this thing looks like it actually has some power. Now I would never need anything like this but, well, for emergancies it would be nice :thinking:
Has anyone seen one of these yet?
Fluval FX5 External Canister Filter (HA218)
- 230-240V, 50 Hz
- 48 W
- 2300 L/H (607 U.S. Gal./H), 3500 L/H without load
- For aquariums up to 1500 L (400 U.S. Gal.)
- Smart Pump technology ensures optimum flow
- Self Priming (plug & start)
- Automatic water change function
- Large, clog-proof strainer
- Setup & maintenance guide on DVD
- Media supplied - 6 foam filter blocks
- Additional filter media sold separately
Product Manual - Adobe Acrobat File
(Requires Adobe Reader ver. 6.x or higher)
The Fluval FX5 is a large capacity, multi-stage external canister filter system. 607 U.S. Gal. (2,300 L)/H, enabling precise management of water conditions for aquariums as large as 400 U.S. Gal. (1,500 L).
A self-priming instant-start system that eliminates the need for manual siphoning.
Unique click-fit AquaStop Valves that regulate water flow, rotate at 55 degree angles and allow for fast set-up and leak-proof maintenance.
A purge valve that allows for partial discharge of debris without needing to move the unit
Multi-directional twin output nozzles to create specific water flows
Fluval FX5 Smart Pump Technology (patent pending) ensures quiet, efficient operation. This self-priming system provides plug-in-and-start convenience.
Lift-out stack of media baskets
Has anyone seen one of these yet?
Fluval FX5 External Canister Filter (HA218)
- 230-240V, 50 Hz
- 48 W
- 2300 L/H (607 U.S. Gal./H), 3500 L/H without load
- For aquariums up to 1500 L (400 U.S. Gal.)
- Smart Pump technology ensures optimum flow
- Self Priming (plug & start)
- Automatic water change function
- Large, clog-proof strainer
- Setup & maintenance guide on DVD
- Media supplied - 6 foam filter blocks
- Additional filter media sold separately
Product Manual - Adobe Acrobat File
(Requires Adobe Reader ver. 6.x or higher)
The Fluval FX5 is a large capacity, multi-stage external canister filter system. 607 U.S. Gal. (2,300 L)/H, enabling precise management of water conditions for aquariums as large as 400 U.S. Gal. (1,500 L).
A self-priming instant-start system that eliminates the need for manual siphoning.
Unique click-fit AquaStop Valves that regulate water flow, rotate at 55 degree angles and allow for fast set-up and leak-proof maintenance.
A purge valve that allows for partial discharge of debris without needing to move the unit
Multi-directional twin output nozzles to create specific water flows
Fluval FX5 Smart Pump Technology (patent pending) ensures quiet, efficient operation. This self-priming system provides plug-in-and-start convenience.
Lift-out stack of media baskets
turningtim
Active Member
Looks like my 30 gallon mixing tank with a lid! Holy smokes!
Don't need more toys, don't need more toys, don't need more toys..........
Don't need more toys, don't need more toys, don't need more toys..........
saltwater8
Member
Well, I would stay away from the AQUAEL, I tried calling their US office several times, and it just rings, no one ever answers.
I also sent an e-mail to both the US office and the world headquarters, and never got a response.
I also sent an e-mail to both the US office and the world headquarters, and never got a response.