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Reefer2727
02/05/2010, 08:10 PM
I am setting up my 20 gallon QT tank. I am wondering what to use for filtration. I have some foam that has been sitting in my DT sump for a few weeks which I will be using.

I have lots of spare equipment from my freshwater days. I have a few Aquaclear Minis which I could use. I also have an Eheim 2213 and an Eheim 2217 canister filter. I was thinking about maybe using one of the Eheims along with one of the minis to provide the surface agitation. The Eheims have spray bar returns which don't do much for the surface.

Are there any problems associated with using a canister filter? You usually hear people just using a Hang on Back filter for their QT. Is there any reason that we don't hear about canister filters used more often? Also, is just foam sufficient as far as media goes for both filters that I use?

Any recommendations or advice would be appreciated.

Thanks.

Reefer2727
02/05/2010, 09:05 PM
Does anyone use anything other than sponge or foam in their filters?