Filtration?

[fishman007]

Would I be able to run a HOB and canister filter on the same tank, or would the water not be filtered correctly?

[fishman007]

as well, which is better
API Nexx Filter or FilStar XP for a 37gallon SW

[Craigdillman]

If you run a canister filter you probably wont need a HOB filter

[fishman007]

well i am planning on setting up a FO tank and I need really good filtration so I was wondering would both be okay to run together?

[Sk8r]

The more filter medium you can put on such a tank, the better filtration-- BUT the more cleaning for the owner. These filters have to be maintained very clean, compared to what goes on in a freshwater tank...that's why fish-onlies are quite a bit more work than, say, a softie reef, where the corals do a lot of the filtering. Probably a good setup, but do try to make a system that's easy to clean.

[Cu455]

Having both forms of filtrations won't have a negative affect on your water quality. What size tank? Like the other person said you might not need a HOB filter. Instead get protein skimmer or hang on back refugium. I have a hang on back filter and put all my rock rubble and carbon in there.

[fishman007]

37 Gal, I was gonna use a HOB rated for 50 gal, and a canister rated for 45 Gal,and a protein skimmer

[Cu455]

Might as well use it. It will also add circulation. Here is a picture of my set up with rocks and mangroves which aren't doing to well. I see people do modification to aqua clears to make them a refugium. This required no modifications. If I ever add macro algae I just need to add a screen to hold it in. This filter also is adjustable from fast flow to drops comming out. Not sure of the filter brand though. For canisters I have a bunch of aquatop/sun sun which I really like. You can get them on amazon. The larger models have A uv light.

http://i967.photobucket.com/albums/ae158/cu455cu455/2cd692dc5980ba622217021b6ae167bd_zpsdd346b19.jpg

[fishman007]

alright, thank you very much, as well, will live sand be alright with a FO tank , and i would have two sandsifting fish iin the tank as well

[Salty Dog24]

Yes, live sand is ok too. See the thread starting a new aquarium, lots of good information there for you.