Why Use Aquarium Filter Floss and Where to Get it Dirt Cheap?
2024年2月20日 · Filter floss should be changed regularly to prevent a buildup of decomposing debris. It will also catch the microscopic bubbles responsible for cloudy water. You can expect clear aquarium water in about 3 to 4 days. Note that filter floss is way more efficient than a sponge filter when it comes to mechanical filtration.
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2021年1月14日 · This is because i feel like the filter pulls in water, then pushes it out to the TOP of the sponge/filter but then the water goes up thru the carbon/media and back out the overflow. So shouldn't the floss/sponge be on the SIDE of the so that it can efficiently filter out the water.
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2013年3月28日 · It seems the more and more forums I read, the longer lasting nano and pico tanks do not use filter floss. How many reefers here use filter floss? When talking years, is it worth the cons of detritus build up even when changing out every couple days?
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2009年6月30日 · Most filter floss sold for the hobby is something like a cruel joke. Filter socks do the job well, but IMO are a pain to remove and spray out regularly, and are rather expensive compared to a similar sized piece of floss.
Filter Floss & Carbon Filter - Beginners Discussion - Nano-Reef …
2021年2月19日 · This was my basic question, so I decided to take a pic. I have the filter floss on top of the carbon filter that came with the Biocube 32, the carbon filter alone got clogged so fast that I had to replace it too soon, so I decided to do this, is this a good idea or is there a better way to help the carbon filter last longer/cleaner.
Mechanical: Socks vs. Floss Pads - Nano-Reef Community
2016年12月26日 · I use filter floss cut yo size and replace 2 times a week. Bulk filter floss costs $10 for a yrs supply. I don't use filter pads. They collect detritus and can lead to nutrient issues. They are more costly to replace. Never used filter socks myself
how much filter floss to use? - Nano-Reef Community
2011年8月18日 · ok so Ive been thinking, I have a 28 gallon LED nano cube, I use chemi pure elite, purgen, and filter floss. I have the upgraded media basket from InTank and everything works great my corals are doing awesome. One thing that has me confused is how much filter floss are you suppose to use. I have ...
Filter floss the only media in Filter? - Beginners Discussion - Nano ...
2020年10月12日 · Using nothing but filter floss is what most people use for mechanical filtration in an HOB filter. It's also totally fine to use no mechanical filtration in your HOB as well. If you also need to run carbon, use granular carbon in a media bag - …
Filter floss - Biological Filtration - Nano-Reef Community
2016年9月20日 · I use quilt filling from walmart as filter floss, it's dirt cheap, and I change it daily, when feed the fish at night. Basically the more often the better. With the cheap price point, it enables me to do daily change. It would be able to hold 2 day. But it's easier to get into habit to do it daily as feeding the tank.
Filter Floss Recommendation? - Nano-Reef Community
2018年7月25日 · Hi Guys, I have been using a $4.99 bag of filter floss from Wal-Mart as my mechanical filter floss that I replace every 3-4 days. What brand are you all using, and is there a better mouse trap that you recommend? I see on Amazon: Poly Filter - $10.99 Deep Blue Professional - $5.40 Of course, cut ...