Fluidized Sand Filters

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by Otty, Jan 15, 2008.

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  1. Otty

    Otty Giant Squid

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    Does anyone use any type of Fluidized Sand Filters for their tanks? I have a small one but have been pondering making a larger one. Anyone have any experience with these?
     
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  2. coral reefer

    coral reefer Giant Squid

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    I have one but have not used it in a couple of years! With the sand and live rock in my tank...it is redundant in my opinion!
     
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  3. wastemanagement

    wastemanagement Eyelash Blennie

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    Here is a pritty good link on FSB its a long read but not to bad.

    Fluidized Bed Filter

    hope it helps,
    I dont have any experiance with these myself but have reserched them and I have found that the main concern is power outages or mechanical failure the sand will settle to the bottom. The packed sand can quickly become anaerobic, resulting in the death of the desired aerobic bacteria. Anaerobic sand may release highly toxic hydrogen sulfide, sometimes within hours.
    Were I am we have sort power outages all the time so I did not persue the idea
     
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  4. reef_guru

    reef_guru Humpback Whale

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    the fish store once owned had 3 sand filters for the entire store, no problems.
     
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