What The Biowheel?

[JassyR]

Already posting again

I picked up my new tank and stuff today (got it secondhand) and the guy had a pump I have yet to experience - Marineland Penguin 350 Bio-Wheel Power Filter. The tank is 55 gal and this pump is rated for 75 gal so that's good, and I of course am going to do some more research, but what is your guy's opionion on them? Are they better then a standard Aqueon HOB filter? Are there any tips and tricks you have for them that I might not find elsewhere? Do the biowheels need to be changed (in your opinion) or can i just leave them as long as their intact like filter pads?
Thanks so much!
-Jasmine

 

[FishGuest5123]

They are OK. I still have one running in one tank. The model you have is the only one I still have. It’s better than the smaller ones. The filters cleans well but the wheels stick. The one I am still using is about 3 years old and has run continuously. It has one wheel still going. Since you got one along with the tank, I suggest trying it out. Some people really like them. I have become a loyal Aqua Clear filter person after trying many.

 

[Lajos_Detari]

Some info for you:

Do Bio Wheels really work? Bio-Wheel Review

Aquarium, Pond Information dealing with; Nitrates, PAR, Treating Sick Fish, Bettas, Whirling Disease, Baths, Chemistry, Parasites, Tank Repair, Filter

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