Polishing water?

I have particles floating around the tank and have a 100 micron white sheet in my sump catching some detritus. Is there a way to "polish" the water?

 

What is the source of the particles? How long has your tank been set up?

"Polishing" water tends to be used when describing adding carbon to remove very tiny particles and organics... these particles you wouldn't see individually with the naked eye.

For larger particles, you will want to use a filter sock or 100 micron filter like you have. The thing about filters like this is they have to be changed often, as the rotting detritus that gets caught in them will soon turn into a heavy load of nitrogenous waste.

 

Are you running a skimmer? That should help

 

If you want crystal clear water than run a sediment filter (for home applications) available at the hardware store with a 5 micron cartridge after the sump inline with the return. Honestly I have one on my Fresh water 55 and the water looks so good I want to drink it.

 

Not everyone want stuff floating around. However... all that stuff floating around is food for something in your tank. I'm not sure why you would want a 5 micro filter. It would put a big restriction on the return pump and I would think it would clog up pretty fast.

I ran fine filter floss for a while and then got tired of all the hassle. The corals appreciated it.

 

The filter needs replaced every 3 mo, they are 6$ for two at wal mart or any hardware store. Doesn't strain the return at all if you change it every 3 mo. Just my opinion doesn't mean it's right.

 

I run a filter sock coming from my tank into the sump. Mainly so my skimmer can also dump into it to reduce bubbles. It has worked well while allowing me to have a fugue on the ore side for pods

 

Protein skimmer is getting a new pump this week so for right now it's down.

 

+1

There is no need to run a mechanical filter at all. The only thing it will do is clear the water up somewhat.

When I run one, I have to change it at least twice a week before it gets clogged. Once clogged, it becomes a nitrate factory.

 

The ocean has a lot of particulate material floating around. It's more natural that way
Also, as others have said, changing out the filter more often is probably best to get rid of it, it's tough to get everything though.