How loud is this filter? I'm looking to replace a Top Fin 20 Gallon filter pump that is noisier than my refrigerator and other appliances.
1598028
I've got three Aqueon filters and all of mine are very quiet. Before I bought mine I read reviews that complained about how loud the Aqueon filters were, but mine are fine. They seem even quieter than a normal HOB (hang on back) filter to me with the pump housed inside the aquarium. Now, depending on your water level you may hear water moving, but that's not really the fault of the filter.
1598029
This filter is pretty quiet , only thing you might hear is the water falling into the tank
1598030
It's not too loud. It makes a small mechanical hum that is easily ignorable.
1598031
It does make a noticeable noise, but not very annoying. Slightly higher than my fridge.
2175830
This unit is very quiet. The only thing making noise in my installation is the permeate pump that I added to it. But even that doesn't bother me.
1560855
The pump does not make much noise...it's quiet unless the water level is below the intake.P
1025406
Very little noise, Pump is submersible and filter has small water flowing sound. Can't hear it at all next to my waterfall.
1228201
It is kind of noisy, but not in a loud way. We have it outside behind the shop and it pumps water to the front deck. When it's pumping, I can't hear it when I'm watering plants. It isn't an on-demand pump, it runs continuously.
994329
Mine is just a little louder than a factory pump. I did mount it with rubber isolators though.
638098
Even at n6 volts it is noisier than I would want in my office, let alone bedroom. I also bought the model 160-8 Leisure Components unit (6-12 volt also) Much less noisy, but still noisier than a fish tank pump I used to have in my 15 gallon aquarium
10817
No this filter system makes no noise on shelving unit you cannot tell it's running short of the water flow at the top of the tank. It is a superior product!
1152968
If you already have an air pump then you're already hearing all that you're going to hear especially if you have a lid/hood on the tank. The bubbles don't make a sound if you have the tank covered. We have a 10 gallon pump Tetra 77851 Whisper Air Pump on this filter and it's very quiet. I personally feel that the noise produced is pretty easy to get used to since it's a consistent humming.
1570010
Are you referring to the amount of noise it makes when its running? My unit is in storage for the winter, so I cannot measure for you, but I can attest that it is no louder than the average window unit.
1289309
The pump is very quiet. If you are using it for a water fall pump close to your house, it makes less noise than your air conditioner. Hope this helps.
1401260
My pump runs very quiet especially compared to my old pump. I don't think there is noise after releasing the float for about 15 seconds.
1122548
Not bad. You can hear it running, but we also use it in an agricultural setting, so it is not very noticeable. All of these size refrigerators make about the same sound, I would say it is fairly quiet.
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It's under the water. There's nothing to hear. If you have the outflow connected to a water feature, you will hear water noises. I have my pump in my indoor pond for the winter; it's silent even when you are next to the 100 gallon stock tank it's in.
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Have not used the other devices you reference. The PF40-UV is not loud but definitively not what I would call quiet, especially when the strainer or tubes get a bit clogged or the skimmer doesn't work correctly.
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It ranges. It's loudest just after I clean the motor and replace the filter. Gets super quiet and slow moving when the filter needs changing. The sound of the water really drowns out the sound of the motor, so it is quite pleasant. The louder sound is just caused by the water moving faster. It is not loud enough to disturb conversation or watching TV or listening to music. Our cats love it and they drink a lot more now that we have it.
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Take the unit apart and pull the little pump out and see if its clogged with debris. When the pump get clogged it will start getting loud. Also if there is air getting in it will be noisy so make sure to fill the enclosed compartment(where the filter sits) is filled with water first. Hope this helps.