EowynJane Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I'm looking to add a second filter to my cichlid tank, it's a 50 gallon with a fluval cannister filter that is rated for a 75 gallon tank. What kind of filter is the best choice to go with it? Would another cannister be alright? I don't really want to use a HOB since the lid of the tank isn't designed for it and I didn't really want to give up the space inside for any internal filters. Also, what brand would you go with? I have the fluval because it came with the tank and I think they are a pretty good filter but the ones I saw were a bit pricey. I'd like to stay with a fairly economical brand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BettaFishMommy Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 i'd run two filters on any tank, just in case one should konk out on you. i also suggest having at least double the filtration rating for the tank size. why not go with a rena xp2? they're not that pricey and work well. i have one of these, in addition to a dual output hob, on my 'big fish' tank and the rena does a good job. what's nice is the renas come with both jet nozzle and spray bar, so you don't have to go buying extra parts afterward if you want to change things up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvision Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Rena is a good brand. Cascade is aslo a good brand - you can check them out at Nature's Corner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Chicklets Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 On my 66 gallon discus tank I run an XP3 and a Magnum H.O.T. as well as 2 sponges. http://www.mops.ca/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/sk...e5a0+1254223878 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EowynJane Posted September 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 Thanks, I work really close to Natures so I'll run down there and check them out. I was thinking I'd get a filter rated for a 50 since the other one is already rated for a 75. If anyone has any more tips please don't hesitate to let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ishkabod Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 when i was checking out canisters i asked about the Eheim, Rena, and Fluval brands and it was a tie between Eheim and Rena for quality from everything i heard but there was a little tidbit that i managed to distinguish the two. Eheim has a great bio capacity and their flow rates are exactly what you want to get the max benifit(lower electricity costs too) They are great for any aquarium that has fish that don't product a tonne of waste like goldfish and the like that might clog the filter with debris. Rena on the other hand does have a higher flow rate and less bio capacity for it's size and allows waaaaayyyyy more pass through so its great for goldfish, rays and other big waste producers. For a Cichlid or planted tank i'd go with an Eheim. Save up a little more and get one for a Cichlid tank or find a used one. Good luck L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EowynJane Posted October 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 1, 2009 Thanks for the tip... it's a planted cichlid tank so I'll look into the Eheim but they sound like they might be out of my budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hemi Posted October 7, 2009 Report Share Posted October 7, 2009 Eheim's are great filters but over priced in my opinion rena's are a good by for the price Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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