Canister Filter or Hang On Back Filter????

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by Ranchero, Apr 10, 2009.

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  1. Ranchero

    Ranchero Plankton

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    Well I switched my double sided penguin from my 55 and put it in my SW tank so that I have more media area. Problem is, that filter is almost 10 years old and I need to get a new one.
    I really like the amount of media and different things you can put in a canister filter.
    I have never owned one before though. Would I just be safe buying another HOB filter or will I really get alot out of the canisters?
    Which brand would you reccomend? Are they difficult to put together?
     
    Ranchero, Apr 10, 2009
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  2. Tadpole1mill

    Tadpole1mill Purple Spiny Lobster

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    when it comes to canisters, i'm partial to Fluvals. But if its for a salt tank, i'd probably just get urself a nice big sump, with lots of LRR and a fuge, also a good skimmer, and you wont really need a filter.
     
    Tadpole1mill, Apr 10, 2009
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