Canister filter set up

[ptchernegovski]

Hi all,

We are looking at changing to a bigger tank as the fish are growing a bit. Have a 140L there we were going to use until builder cracked it, so once repaired it will be getting set up and put into use. Currently running a sun sun HW602B canister in a 70L. Want to get a new canister when set up new tank but trying to decide what to have in it.
Is UV a good decision or not worth it in you opinions?
We were thinking of using poret foam, 10ppi and 20ppi and some bio balls. Is this a good set up?

Thanks

 

[bigbird]

Maybe I misunderstand, but how many liters is your new tank ? I think the cannister filter should turn around the water 2-3 times water volume per hour. IE If you have a 100liter tank, you should use a filter that pumps out 300liters per hour. Also add some airhose/airstone for water movement, but use your own as you then know your electric meter costs as well. I think the cannister set up of 10 to 20 and bio balls is a grand system for the tank. cheers jk :thumbup:

 

[ptchernegovski]

Sorry, half asleep lately.
Our new tank is 140L, when we have it repaired we will be getting it up and running.
Our current set up is a 70L with a small canister filter which is really only good for 80L tanks tops.
Have an air pump ready to go when get in new set up too.

 

[ptchernegovski]

Has anyone got any thoughts on UV sterilizers? Also whether to get a canister with a built in or an in line UV?
We have just seen the SUNSUN cuv-505 and cuv-510. They are in lines and look like they can handle a bit of water. Can't find any reviews but they seem to be the new version of the cuv-107 and higher.