2 Mini Canisters For A 20Gallon?

mwood2

Fish Addict
Joined
Sep 24, 2008
Messages
749
Reaction score
0
Points
0
Location
Vancouver WA (US)
Well I am working on my next project of a 20G Long DP tank. Since DP don't like currents a whole lot I chose a mini canister filter that includes a spray bar. The canister I chose was the Zoo Med Turtle Canister Filter 501. Its works great on regular tanks from what I have seen in the past day and the current is low as to not push the DP but what I curious about is if I should have 2 or 1 on the tank. Its rated for 70GPH and around 15 gallons (it says 30 but the company says that a 30 gallon half filled tank for turtles). I also plan to add a sponge filter too to add to the filtration. Its 35 bucks for another which isn't out of my budget, so would it be worth it?
 
I have in the past been advised to get a filter that will cycle your tank at least 4 times per hour and if its planted even more.
So imo i would have two running with one of the filters return flow nozzle pointing at the glass, this will keep your overall flow in the tank down.

Keith.
 

Most reactions

Back
Top