Additional information, questions and answers

As you can see below the article, we keep answering questions that visitors of Aqua-Fish.Net ask. Due to merging our aqua-fish.net/answers section with related articles we've updated this page on March 18th 2011 once again and here below you can find usual questions along with answers. Some of the questions may have been answered above, or right below (below the sponsored links), while some may be answered only partially, and most of them weren't answered on this page up until March 18th. If you still cannot find answer on your question here, feel free to use the form that can be found at the bottom of this page! - See more at:   http://aquaonefilter.blogspot.com/2012/01/additional-information-questions-and.html#sthash.HGkyfN9Z.dpuf

As you can see below the article, we keep answering questions that visitors of Aqua-Fish.Net ask. Due to merging our aqua-fish.net/answers section with related articles we've updated this page on March 18th 2011 once again and here below you can find usual questions along with answers. Some of the questions may have been answered above, or right below (below the sponsored links), while some may be answered only partially, and most of them weren't answered on this page up until March 18th. If you still cannot find answer on your question here, feel free to use the form that can be found at the bottom of this page! - See more at: http://aquaonefilter.blogspot.com/2012/01/additional-information-questions-and.html#sthash.HGkyfN9Z.dpuf

As you can see below the article, we keep answering questions that visitors of Aqua-Fish.Net ask. Due to merging our aqua-fish.net/answers section with related articles we've updated this page on March 18th 2011 once again and here below you can find usual questions along with answers. Some of the questions may have been answered above, or right below (below the sponsored links), while some may be answered only partially, and most of them weren't answered on this page up until March 18th. If you still cannot find answer on your question here, feel free to use the form that can be found at the bottom of this page! - See more at: http://aquaonefilter.blogspot.com/2012/01/additional-information-questions-and.html#sthash.HGkyfN9Z.dpuf

As you can see below the article, we keep answering questions that visitors of Aqua-Fish.Net ask. Due to merging our aqua-fish.net/answers section with related articles we've updated this page on March 18th 2011 once again and here below you can find usual questions along with answers. Some of the questions may have been answered above, or right below (below the sponsored links), while some may be answered only partially, and most of them weren't answered on this page up until March 18th. If you still cannot find answer on your question here, feel free to use the form that can be found at the bottom of this page! - See more at: http://aquaonefilter.blogspot.com/2012/01/additional-information-questions-and.html#sthash.HGkyfN9Z.dpuf

Why do you get high nitrite levels in the aquarium?

Answer: The first reason for high nitrites is when a tank is not fully cycled and the filters have not built up large enough colonies of bacteria to convert the nitrites to nitrates. The second reason is usually when the filtration is not capable of coping with the stocking level of fish in the aquarium.

Why does my tank filter stop when we unplug it?

Answer: Unless you are using air driven sponge filters, all tank filters require electric to run, cutting off the supply will stop the filters.

Which filter is the best for aquarium fish?

Answer: The best filter for aquarium fish depends upon who you are asking. Opinion has a lot to do with how great a filter is. Since there are many different types of aquariums, each with a different set up and different needs, the best aquarium filter depends on your own personal preference.

When should I change the filter media?

Answer: The filter media should be changed at intervals recommended by the manufacturer. Try to stagger changing the different media so that it is not all done at the same time. Changing it all at once will reduce the efficiency of the filter.

Which external aquarium filter is best?

Answer: The best external aquarium filter is the Rena FilStar xP. It is extremely silent and powerful, and it comes in a variety of sizes. It is a canister filter that sits beneath the aquarium, concealed in the stand. This filter can be costly compared to some of the other options but it is well worth it.

Which filter media works best?

Answer: A good quality activated carbon would be the best filter media. Use one that will effectively filter chemicals and other substances from the water. The better the quality of the carbon, the more effective its filtration ability will be.

Which aquarium filtration system should I use?

Answer: Use a filter that is meant for use in fish tanks that are about double the size of your aquarium. By doubling the water filtration, you are increasing the amount of filtration media while doubling the amount of water displacement. This will ensure better maintenance of the aquarium.

Where should the water level be on an aquarium filter?

Answer: Water level on hang on tank filters should be at the top or just over the top of the filter media. If the water is well over the media, it may be time to change or clean the media. Air driven sponge or under gravel filters should be completely submerged to cover all the media.

The water flow from my filter is too strong, how can I turn it down?

Answer: On all modern electrical filters there should be a lever or slide that can be moved to increase or decrease the amount of water flow coming out of it. If you are using air driven sponge filters, add a flow restrictor to the airline, this will control the filter.

Which filter is more effective: hang on back or internal filter?

Answer: Internal filters tend to be less effective when trying to effectively move large volumes of water. More internal filters would need to be placed through out a large aquarium in order to filter the same volume of water as a hang on back (HOB) filter. HOB filters are more efficient and take up a lot less space in the aquarium.

Why shouldn’t you clean your filter sponges with tap water?

Answer: Cleaning the sponges with tap water will kill off the colony of beneficial bacteria need to filter the water. Always use old tank water to rinse out the sponges.

Can I turn off the filters for 2 hours when I am cleaning the tank?

Answer: A lot of keepers do turn off their filters during a tank clean including myself. Turning them off for 2 hours will do no harm but do not remove them from the water.

When should I change the aquarium filter sponge?

Answer: Filter sponges come supplied with manufacturers instructions as to when to replace the filter sponges. This is mostly after they have been in use for 6 weeks but read the guidelines before use. Regular cleaning of the sponge with old tank water will still need to be done on a regular basis.