Fluval 205 filter ok??

banditpowdercoat · #1 10-23-2007, 04:39 AM

Hi, I am wondering how well the filter that came with my 45Ga corner tank will work for a FOWLR tank? It's a Fluval 205 cannister filter. I know Sumps are better, and plan to build one but for now, cycling the tank and getting a couple Ocellaris Clown and some invertebrates, will it be OK? I will be adding powerheads to increase water flow in the tank, thinking of a couple Hydor Korialis 3 heads.

Main thing I am wondering is should I pull this filter, ebay it for what I can get, and build/get a sump, or will it work to save cash right now. Still reeling form the $1000 price tag for the setup.

andresont · #2 10-23-2007, 05:13 AM

Ok for now just make sure to get rid of the sponges, they are NO3 producing factories

banditpowdercoat · #3 10-23-2007, 05:21 AM

So, Just take the sponge filter out and run the carbon packs and biomax?

EmilyB · #4 10-23-2007, 05:49 AM

I use two large Aquaclears in my FOWLR. The sponges can actually act as a skimmer, unless you have one. I just make sure to clean the sponges often.

And since you are having powerheads for extra flow, that should be fine.

banditpowdercoat · #5 10-23-2007, 05:52 AM

Ahh, ok, Checking and rinsing the filters weekly if needed is not a problem. The canister comes apart real nicely. Think it may be easier than my Aquaclear HOB in my freshwater

Der_Iron_Chef · #6 10-23-2007, 06:11 AM

Yeah....it's really easy to not clean them, though! Just be diligent.