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FavaBean

02/05/2007, 08:31 PM

what are the good filters to use on a ten gallon...or should i just go with another ten gallon as a sump fuge....thanks

sir_dudeguy

02/05/2007, 08:53 PM

well will you have live rock? I personally dont believe in using canister/HOB/wetdry as the main biofiltration. I only use LR as the filter.

So i say 10lbs of LR and a good bit of flow and you're fine.

Mojo Jojo

02/05/2007, 11:29 PM

I agree with the LR thing. Just keep "atleast" 10 lbs. and you should be good. No filter is needed in a 10 gallon tank. I have a 12g Nanocube and in the back I only left a sponge to help keep my water clear. Just rinse it out when water change day. There are powerheads that can have a pre-filter. Just rinse it when doing the water change and you should be good too.