Filter question

[Robbo2232]

Hello All,

I have a Eheim 2028 Pro II Canister Filter in a 4x2x2 ft tank, (450 Liters)

And have been recommended to get another filter for machcanial filtration.

What do you guys recommend??

What sort of liters per hour should I be looking at???

Its has 13 or so Malawi‘s in there at the moment but looking to expand

Thanks,

Rob

[willsy01]

Isn't a 4x2x2 about 210 litres?

[Robbo2232]

Isn't a 4x2x2 about 210 litres?

4ft x 2ft x2ft

is about 435.6 liters

according to a few on line calculators,

let me know if i am wrong,,,,

[RS2000]

nar your right willsy01 was thinking of a standard 4' tank which is usually around the 210ltr mark

[CThompson]

Search - copy - paste;

"The Eheim 2028 Canister Filter is a highly efficient filtration system for fast breakdown of harmful substances. It provides mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration. The filter is also ideal for individual filter media layering to suit your specific water treatment. The Eheim 2028 is for aquariums up to 158 gallons with a maximum filter circulation of 198gph and delivery head of 6 foot and 7 inches.

Instructions:

EHFIMECH should be used in the first basket at the bottom suction area. It provides mechanical filtration. Next is a Coarse Filter Pad. The next basket should be filled with EHFISUBSTRAT that will act as the main biological filter medium. The substrate's high porousity is ideal for bacteria colonization and ensures unbeatable long term decomposition of Ammonia and Nitrites. The next basket should also be filled with substrate and that may be topped with a carbon pad or Chemi-pure. Chemi-pure can be used as a replacement for the Carbon Pad for chemical filtration (10oz per 50 gallons) for freshwater aquariums. And finally the Fine filter pad should be placed on top of the baskets. Depending upon the desired water quality, the layers of filter media can be increased. Specific water treatment can also be achieved with an individual filter media arrangement.

The Eheim 2028 has many unique features. The integrated priming aid allows for a quick and easy start up after installation and cleaning. Simply push down the starter on the filter head slowly till it stops and then release. The pump will automatically returns to its original position as it pulls water into the filter container. The hose adapter has taps that automatically open and close. It also features a lever with adjustable water flow, a safety catch, and a release adapter for easy maintenance. The filter's unique Water Flow Ball Display signals blockages in the filter circulation.

Specifications:

The filter has three filter baskets with handles for easy filling and quick cleaning. They also provide easy cleaning for the biological media in order to maintain good bacteria colonization. Coarse, fine, and carbon filter pads are supplied with the filter for thorough cleaning. All other filter media must be purchased separately.

Size:

Filter: 8.3" long x 8.3" wide x 17.9" high

Tubing: 594 (1/2") tubing for intake and outtake"

[Robbo2232]

Thanks for that

Search copy paste info!

sounds like its a sales pitch for there product, but there only gonna tell you good things about it!

what i asked was,

What do you guys recommend??

What sort of liters per hour should I be looking at???

But thanks for the specs!

[Cuong]

I think Mr Thompson was trying to say that the 2028 should be adequate for both mechanical and biological filtration for a tank of that size.

However, if you are in need of more mechanical filtration then I've always used an internal filter and then placed a sponge over the intake of the cannister. The sponge keeps the cannister free of the big gunk so you don't have to clean it as often, and the big gunk pushed and gets taken up by the internal filter but you'll have to clean that more often instead. Any internal should do the trick, but for reliability I've had no problems with Otto or Fluval products.