I'm looking to stop something nasty that's lurking in my tank. I was directed to this! Is this compatible with a fluval 305?
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I have mine conected to Odyssea CFS 500 Canister Filter & it works fine. May have to get some different hose conectors. I think the Fluval has smaller hoses, no biggy. Also will need to get a shutoff valve to control water flow. That is something I did too. I really don't see any reason why it should not work. Good luck!! Linda
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Sure is! I bought extra hose with mine so I had enough room but yes, it's compatible
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As others have mentioned, the UV light should not be used inline with the filter (to high a flow rate), but should be set up independently. It needs to be set up with a separate low flow pump. (These are not very expensive.) I had trouble with my water turning brown due to an algae. The UV light cleared it up nicely.
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No, it is not recommended to install any filtration system of any brand that I'm aware of above the level of the water in the tank. I use mine with a drilled tank in addition to another Fluval on the other end of the tank. I use closed filters to eliminate ANY POSSIBLE CHANCE of having a wet/dry filter overflowing onto my very expensive wood floors, as they would be ruined if that happened. I've had no problems. I love this filter and find the information that it provides to be useful, however, there is not a lot of water flow from it. My other canister filter, another Fluval model, takes care of that problem. No, it is not recommended to install any filtration system of any brand that I'm aware of above the level of the water in the tank. I use mine with a drilled tank in addition to another Fluval on the other end of the tank. I use closed filters to eliminate ANY POSSIBLE CHANCE of having a wet/dry filter overflowing onto my very expensive wood floors, as they would be ruined if that happened. I've had no problems. I love this filter and find the information that it provides to be useful, however, there is not a lot of water flow from it. My other canister filter, another Fluval model, takes... » Read More No, it is not recommended to install any filtration system of any brand that I'm aware of above the level of the water in the tank. I use mine with a drilled tank in addition to another Fluval on the other end of the tank. I use closed filters to eliminate ANY POSSIBLE CHANCE of having a wet/dry filter overflowing onto my very expensive wood floors, as they would be ruined if that happened. I've had no problems. I love this filter and find the information that it provides to be useful, however, there is not a lot of water flow from it. My other canister filter, another Fluval model, takes care of that problem. « Show Less
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I use this on a 40 gallon breeder for an RES. It might be a bit too strong for a 20 gallon tank depending on what lives in there however, I find you can decrease the flow rate by half-closing the intake and output valves. If you can't find a slightly less powerful filter, I'd say try it!
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The 18" model works perfectly on a Fluval Spec V. You can keep the stock lid, just remove the stock light.
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It won't fit your tank. My recommendation would be to get a canister filter. You will have more control over filtration, water flow and currents. Canister filters also work better and are more efficient than a hang on back.
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Yes, I use it on a 29 gal tank. It works great for cleaning and water changes.
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The Fluval c2 power filter advertises that it has a ceramic heater core... unless its built in somewhere inside, its not visable period. so with that said, i still had my glass tube style heater and continue to use it with the power filter as i doubt that something i can not even see will heat the 20 gallon long tank enough for that fish i have.
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Their are no direction that I find. I have a 90 glass tank I just got it yesterday and put one cup in my fluval 406. I checked it this morning and ready was the same as it was before I added it to the fluval about 7.0. I'm going to check it tonight and see if it dropped. I can only assume that it works slowly. I a tank your size I would but 2 cups in and check it everyday and when it reaches your goal on remove a cup a store for latter use. O e would think k that fluval would give you some gauge as to how much to use put they don't. Be sure you monitor because if it drops to low or to fast in can kill fish. I'm testing every day but I'm pretty sure it works very slowly. Hope I helped you out. Their are no direction that I find. I have a 90 glass tank I just got it yesterday and put one cup in my fluval 406. I checked it this morning and ready was the same as it was before I added it to the fluval about 7.0. I'm going to check it tonight and see if it dropped. I can only assume that it works slowly. I a tank your size I would but 2 cups in and check it everyday and when it reaches your goal on remove a cup a store for latter use. O e would think k that fluval would give you some gauge as to how much to use put they don't. Be sure you monitor because if it drops to low or to fast... » Read More Their are no direction that I find. I have a 90 glass tank I just got it yesterday and put one cup in my fluval 406. I checked it this morning and ready was the same as it was before I added it to the fluval about 7.0. I'm going to check it tonight and see if it dropped. I can only assume that it works slowly. I a tank your size I would but 2 cups in and check it everyday and when it reaches your goal on remove a cup a store for latter use. O e would think k that fluval would give you some gauge as to how much to use put they don't. Be sure you monitor because if it drops to low or to fast in can kill fish. I'm testing every day but I'm pretty sure it works very slowly. Hope I helped you out. « Show Less
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It worked find for all the things I used it on. Are you sure your tank was full enough to put the presure out? Hope you figure it out. Smiles, ~Smitty~
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I have a 180 gal tank with 2 Fluva 404 canister filters. mine has a seprate basket for charcoal and the ammonia nueturalizer. It is essentianaly the same thing weather you mix it with the charcoal or have it seprate. Will do the same job.
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Its no bother. The intake is the unit. You submerge about 90 to 100 percent of the Fluval Nano into the aquarium. There should be a minimum water level line mark on the side. The water level should be above that water level line.
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I would try contacting a service representative from Fluval to present this question to. Perhaps he/she will have advice to make it work as desired, or perhaps recommend a more suitable filter for your system. I know the pump on this is very strong and would most likely still work (possibly not as efficient tho!) as long as both the input and outputs are fully submerged. But I wouldn't risk it without seeking advice from the manufacturer or a true expert in the field.
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I believe this is the wrong tool for the job. Aquarium filters are intended to build up a colony of bacteria after some time, usually weeks, and remove ammonia from the water. For a bait tank I am guessing you will be using it for a shorter duration and at a much higher stocking ration that would be in the case of aquarium use. For bait I believe you need mostly aeration, and if ammonia buildup becomes a problem I'd look to some of the chemical cures.
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I have it on my 6 gallon fluval edge so it will be fine. I love this heater because it is the only heater that has build in temperature sensor and you can even set desired temperature. Once the sensor detect the tank temperature match the temperature you set, it will stop heat the water. Most mini heater will continue to heat the tank which result over heat the tank and kill fish.
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This is a component of the fluval canister filter. For a five gallon tank the canister filter would be too large for your filtering needs. Hope this helped!!
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I switched from an eheim pro about a year ago. Had the eheim for many years but had a lot of issues including the dreaded intermittent leak. The Fluval is great, simple and does not look like it will ever leak. I have it in a 200 gal tank with 2 mature res turtles.
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Sure. I would just be careful as the uv sterilizer portion of this is what was faulty and killed my fish.