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Bio-Wheel Assembly for Eclipse 1 Hood and System 12

You either need this or you don't. Mine got lost in a move, so I needed it. Not much else to say other than it was delivered quickly.

Great product. Only needed replacing because it was damaged in cleaning--otherwise works for years.

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I was very happy with not only the product but with the timing in which it arrived. Thanks!

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Exo Terra Glass Natural Terrarium Nano/Tall - 8 x 8 x 12 Inches

This tank is perfect good size for small critters, love the front-opening door feature and the vented top that also comes out (makes it easy to mist inside). I pulled out the styrofoam "wall" because it looked cheap and actually took up an extra 1.5" of space inside. I inserted some dried wood and dowels for my mantis to climb up, and the place looks great! The glass and materials are pretty high quality, and it looks beautiful sitting on my kitchen counter. I ordered mine from Amazon, and it was delivered the next day with free shipping. This tank may be too small for lizards and snakes, but small frogs and critters should do fine.

Perfect size for my daughter's baby crested gecko that was only a month old when she got it. We also removed the back decoration for the added room. We added plastic plants and the little lizard enjoys his/her home. The gecko is 2 1/2 months old now and will probably move it into a larger terrarium once he/she gets larger. My guess is this one will be good for another 4 to 5 months. High quality product, very happy with the purchase.

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I really like this terrarium. It is built well, and it is designed for optimal viewing of the creatures or plants inside of it. It comes with a great removable piece of foam in the back that is painted to look natural. The foam makes it easy to stick plants or decorations into and it also has room behind it to run wires without disturbing the natural appearance of your terrarium.

I am personally using this for an arboreal tarantula, and it is absolutely perfect. The huge door in the front makes it quite easy to access the inside, and the screen lid is easily removable as well. The terrarium has a waterproof base that will hold about 2 inches of substrate. I would say that this terrarium is suitable for all kinds of small reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids. It is perfect for arboreal spiders like the Avicularia genus, although a larger enclosure may be required for an adult specimen. It would also be great for poison dart frogs, or anoles. I would not however use this item for any species that burrows, as it only allows for 2 inches of substrate.

This is a great purchase if you really want to have a beautiful display. It may be more expensive than a regular terrarium but I think it's well worth it.

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Unluckely Exo-terra not sell this product in Europe or Italy (where i live), so the only chance to find this nice product is search it on amazon.com. Exist two models of this terrarium nano:

PT2599 Nano/Wide 8" x 8" x 8" 20 x 20 x 20 cm (WxDxH)

PT2601 Nano/Tall 8" x 8" x 12" 20 x 20 x 30 cm (WxDxH)

I find available on the amazon store only the PT2601. This are the features:

-Two openings, one front and one at the top.

-The small size allow to breed insects very small that without a terrarium to the right size should be confined inside plastic cups.

-This is a great showcase for a pair of mantis or for small lucertule. The background of polesterolo material is included in the package and provides housing cables or mats

-The humidity is very long in the terrarium and this is very positive because it is not necessary to spray very often.

-You can give this product a lot of accessories such as lights custom made just for this model terrarium.

Finally, a great product.

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the product was just as described. the quality is high. it is more than i hoped for. was well packed. i would recomend it to a friend.

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Exotic Environments Nile Crocodile Skull Aquarium Ornament

This has grey and brown paint on it. When I initially cleaned it (before use) in my sink, I noticed the paint coming off. I used a scrub brush and most all of the paint came off, turning the water in the sink cloudy. After several scrubbings and changing the water, it quit shedding paint. Didn't look as cool following the paint removal. It's been in my aquarium for several months now, and no paint issues tank and fish are fine. I's collected its own natural "patina" from algea, etc, and now looks fine (about the way it did with the paint). Has a hollow upper portion and my Dinosaur Bicher and Brown Loach Eels reside in there. My plecostomii like to hang out in the sheltered mouth area. It's a good decoration just be sure to get all the loose paint off prior to use. I'd recommend...with caution.

I love the way this thing looked in my tank, but had to remove it! I took it out to as I was cleaning the aquarium and noticed a stong chemical-like odor coming from it. I have a lot of experience with aquariums, and of all the strange smells I have encountered this was different, bad... and unnatural. :( Very sad cause it looked awesome, now it's on our bookcase...

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Great Ornament! My fish love it, Goes well with my aggressive fish aquarium. very well made from product will be getting more like it for my other aquarium

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It is very nice addition to my 10 gal aquarium. Would recommend this. I have baby fish that hide under the skull. In fact, I use it primarly to hold down a air stone that wants to float to the top.The bubbles coming from the croc head are fun to watch. I saw one at Walmart, price was just about the same.

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We had to get this for one of our tanks when we saw it. It doesn't disappoint! Rather realistic and a good size, the fish love to swim in and out all the holes and our large pleco makes a habit of hanging from the roof of the skull's mouth. Definitely recommend it :)

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Bio Wheel 55 Gallon Kit with Led Light

I have shopped for THE aquarium for 40 years. I finally found it. This is the kit to buy if you do a web search for the best buy and free shipping. The Bio-Wheel 55 gallon comes with quality components. It has a complete hood with led lights with night & day settings. An AWESOME filtration system. Has a quality submersible heater and basic set up chemicals n food for freshwater start up. What you will need to finish it off is a STAND that can hold it up. After adding gravel, water n fish your aquarium will weigh approximately 10 lbs PER GALLON. So the 55 gallon finished out is about 600 lbs. You will need about 1/2 pound of gravel per gallon, chlorine treatment, air pump with bubble generator for added oxygen and circulation, plants, rocks, and ENZYME booster. ENZYME booster IS THE MOST IMPORTANT for a healthy aquarium. Enzyme booster protects water, fish with GOOD bacteria which keeps the aquarium from getting crusty calcium rings and fishy smells. Get a complete step by step guide on setting the aquarium up. WAIT a week after getting your aquarium filled and decorated and running BEFORE PURCHASING FISH. This will ensure the water is at the optimal temperature, all chlorine should be gone, and the beneficial bacteria will have an opportunity to get established. LOVE MY AQUARIUM. GOOD LUCK.

Como Glow in the Dark Aquarium Fish Tank Aquascaping Green Plastic Plant

I thought that I had already left positive feedback. No problem with the product at all. No problem with the shipper. I will by the same product again. I will attempt to use the same seller!!

I'm using it under a black light lamp and it glows a lot. Is easy to place in the fish tank, doesn't float very easy. Great product

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glows-great price-good quality-as pictured on the screen. This is easy to clean and shows up as a nice backdrop. GREAT

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Zilla Day White Light Incandescent Spot Bulb

Zilla 09925 Day White Light Incandescent Spot Bulb, 75-Watt

Mine burnt out after about 6 weeks. I will try it again. I have my lights on timers. If it burns out again, I can get my money back. I got it at the pet store.

Great price, packaging, and product. I would recommend them as it is a 75% savings over pet store prices. I will be shopping here again.

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I have gone through about 5 of these bulbs since march, the black lights from zilla are pretty good but the white lights just burn out after 2-6weeks.

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It fit our needs for all of two weeks. I have never had a light burn out so quickly. I do not recommend this light at all I would give it zero stars if that was an option. A complete waste of money.

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Purchased this thinking good buy, WRONG it burned out after about 2 weeks. Waste of money...DO NOT PURCHASE, buy at your own risk

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PondCare 140D Stress Coat, 64-Ounce

I have a 100 gallon brackish water tank that contains an ornate diamond back terrapin. I have to change the water frequently and needed a good deal on water treatment products. I appreciate being able to buy in bulk and love the PondCare products! Ozbo delivered the product as promised. I am 100% satisfied!

When we first built our pond, we were noticing our fish getting sores on their bodies. Several fish ended up dying. Stress Coat was recommended and I have been very pleased with the results. Every time I add water to the pond I add some Stress Coat according to package directions. I really notice the improved health with my fish. I only need to use Algae Fix and Stress Coat in the pond to keep it clean and clear. Both must be working since my fish seem to be thriving.

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we have tried several products and this is the best product if you have koi and goldfish and a large load of fich in your pond. We keep getting baby gold fish so the product must be keeping our fish stress free. LOL

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Hydor USA H2Show Coliseum Kit, Red LED with Bubbles

I bought this for my dad for his birthday for his tank, and he really does love it. It looks really cool especially at night, the whole thing lights up with a vibrant red. But in the picture it seems like it would be way bigger than what it actually is, just take that into consideration. then again he has a 49 gallon tank so pretty big, it would easily be the center of attention in a 15 gallon or so. I also bought the volcano of the same brand, again awesome to watch but too small!

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Jardin Fish Tank Pond Bubble Release Sintered Air Stone Disk

Have you ever just went to the fish store and spent 4.99-9.99 on one of these air stones just to come home and try to install it to have the nipple come off? Well I have, at least 4 times. When I got the item it was a little difficult to get out of the plastic, maybe that is why It wasn't broken when I went to install. This is a good big disc, and I just love the results with my Tetra 77853 Whisper Air Pump, 40-Gallon and Standard 3/16" Flexible Airline Tubing for Aquariums, 25 feet. So very happy, and it wasn't a dud. In fact it really surpasses my expectations. Gratitude!

Good fizz I hope that it last. I am ordering another one for my pond. The pond needs all the fizz I can give it.

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Como Green Plastic 6.7" Grass Fish Tank Aquarium Plants Decor 2Pcs

Weighted bottom, plant stays on the bottom no need to anchor them.

Looks great.

Soft feel.

Cheapest price around.

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Aquatic Life 2-Pack Stand Light Fixture Hanger Aquarium Light

Very nice design and has proven quite sturdy. My only gripe is the adjustment knob needs to be on the side not the back, it causes extra space to be needed in the back of your tank.

Easy to install but dont fit so well on tanks with open backs. Not really great for tanks more than 18" front to back. Look nice. These were cheaper and better looking than what I could have diy'd

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Coralife 77070 3X Turbo Twist UV Sterilizer

My 29 gallon tank developed a chronic algal bloom that I could not get rid of. The water was murky even after daily 30% water changes. I even removed the snails and plants and used an algicide, which worked quite well until the algae came back a week later. I was ready to give up and scrap the tank altogether when I found out about this product. It is pricey, but it seemed worth the risk to save the tank, especially after I read the reviews.

IT WORKS.

You need to be using powerheads or a canister filter with 1/2" or 5/8" tubing. After I insterted this into the output line of my canister filter, the floating algae in the water died. Within 24 hours I noticed the water was definitely clearer, as my filter had been able to remove some of the dead algae. After 2 daily water changes, the water became and has stayed CRYSTAL clear, like a brand new tank all over again. Since the dead algae can't reproduce, when it is filtered out or removed in a water change, IT STAYS GONE. The best part is that you don't need to worry about the UV Sanitizer damaging your canister's biological filter, because it sanitizes the water that LEAVES the canister any nitrifying bacteria trapped in the filter remains unharmed, free to keep breaking down your ammonia.

HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION!!!

I have had this unit for several years now, and it seem to do a good job at keeping illness out of the tank. Since I've installed it I haven't had any issues with ick or any other illness. I am using a Fluval 404 and the hoses match up perfectly. It's on a 75 gal. fresh water tank and as far as the leeking mentioned in other reveiws I have had any issues.

The only major complaint I have is that it likes bulbs. If you buy the manufacture bulb it can rack up the $$$ quickly. Costing anywhere from $34 to $54 a bulb. I've found that any 9watt PL type germicidal bulb will work. I went to our local electric contracing supplier and they were able to match up the bulb and sell me bulbs for around $16 a bulb. A big cost down that my wallet loves.

The unit as a whole has worked out well for me, but the cost is a little much. I would only recommend this unit to people that are truely in to fish and don't mind spending money on them.

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I actually use this on a 1,000 gallon pond. It clears the entire pond in one night. I've got a separate small pump set up just for the turbo. This year, I tried doing without it and using barley. But the pond looks like mud right now. By tomorrow it will be totally clear.

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UV sterilizers are a good thing, especially in the reef tank where most medications will kill expensive corals.

I purchased two 9 watt units (for a freshwater and a reef setup). Below are the problems encountered:

(1) assembly it would appear that it would be a very simple procedure to attach the hoses from the canister filter to the input / out put of the coralife unit. This in fact was the main reason I purchased this over other models. The problem, this seal is NOT at all water tight. Expect water everywhere. The units I was attaching were fluval canister filters (which are the predominate unit in the market place). I was able to remedy this with several units of plumbing tape, but be prepared.

(2) One unit broke in less than three months, I discovered the other unit was not working several months later when my reef tank fish came down with ich after I introduced a new fish. I tried new bulbs but it was the ballast from the units that was defective. I spoke about this to a friend who informed me his two units lated less than a year.

(3) instructions are vague on hook-up specifications, only stating the estimated tank capacity these units can accommadate . Instead before you purchase ANY UV unit make sure you know it's flow rate and the flow rate of your filter. Even though they say a coralife 9 watt unit can accommadate a tank up to (I believe 100 gallons), the flow rate required is that of a fluval 105, which no one would use as the primary filter for a tank this large.

In conclusion a good design with the "twists" increasing dwell time with poor exacution. If you purchase a unit check it frequently to see if it still works, also do not expect it to continue working past the 6 month time frame!!!!!!

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First off, shipping from my seller was incredible. Ive never recieved an item so fast! The performance of the serilizr is top notch, helps clear water, and since 2 days after I turned it on my fish has not had the slightest symptom of ich, which he was fighting for a week before! They say on message boards that these items are not a fix for ich, I say otherwise. They point out that it dont kill ich on the fish, Well No Kidding, its not going to suck the fish through it and kill the ich, but ich drops off the fish to reproduce. It is during these times that the ich is killed by the sterilizer. If its dead it cant attack your fish again, so this is a fix for ich. Anyway the reason I didnt give it 5 stars is because it dont come with everything you need to hook it up. You have to go to the hardware store and buy tubes to hook this thing up to your pump. How STUIPID is that! couldnt it at least come with some tubing that is the right size for hooking it up to the sterilizer, then an adaptor or 2 to hook it up to different pumps! I had to make 2 trips to the hardware store to get the right stuff to connect this, once for tubes, and another time for elbows so my tubing isnt going from one side to the other. Very stupid not to include these simple items.

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SunSun JUP-01 9W UV Sterilizer Submersible Filter Pump

My tank is 29 gallons and the water had suddenly become green for almost a month. No matter how I changed the water I could not make a clear, even though I tried some clear water chemicals. I eventually tried this product and it worked great. Only 5 days my tank was crystal clear. I now connect it to a timer that I only use it 8 hours a day and after a month it still works perfect. I could not confirm if this product is durable as I only owe it for a month. The only compliant is it is a little bulky compared to my 29 gallons tanks.

Works great!!! I have 65 gallon fish tank and all it took was 24 hours for the water to become crystal clear with this UV Sterilizer.... I use it maybe once every 3 weeks. I'm very happy with this product.

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works great. and cleans the water fast. easy to install .I run mine once a week to keep the water clean.

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This is a nice Uv cleared my 65 gal in 24 hours .it has great Flo its quit also has filter its easy to take a part. For less than40 bucks you cant pass it up.

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I have a 55gal fish tank that had a major green water problem. I bought this and after the first day i started see getting better. then after 3rd day it was clear. I left it running for a week and now my water is now crystal clear. This is a must have item.

so far it has work great and i love it.

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Fluval Power Filter

I purchased the Fluval C4 about 3 months ago. Thus far it has kept my water absolutely crystal clear.

Overall: I'm very impressed and very pleased with this HOB filter. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a nice all-in-one filter with easy maintenance.

Here's a list of some nice features:

-Better use of the space available in the filter box compared to other HOBs Many other HOBs have dead space where there isn't any type of filtration happening. This filter has been effectively designed to allow maximum filtration in the space provided.

-Very nice all-in-one filter Mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration all efficiently incorporated into the filter box. The trickle chamber with ceramic media makes this one of the best biological HOBs out there.

-Still customizable Many people don't use carbon in their filters. The carbon slot is large and can be replaced with just about anything (e.g. more mechanical filter pads or extra biological media).

-Quality design & Easy maintenance All of the components fit snugly together, and it is very easy to remove and replace different compartments of the filter for cleaning.

-Cleaning indicator The filter has a built in cleaning indicator that pops up when the filter pads have become clogged causing the water level in front of the filter pads to raise.

-Flow regulator The flow regulator actually works! I've had many HOBs where the flow regulator is very crude and imprecise. The flow regulator on the C4 is VERY precise and easy to adjust.

-Extremely quiet

-Intake tube height is very easy to adjust Simply push up or pull down to get the intake exactly where you want it. No more adding or removing intake tube segments.

-The intake tube is black, and the filter is dark grey, which is much more aesthetically pleasing

Leave about 4" between the back of your aquarium and the wall to fit this filter on the back.

Hope this helped!

***UPDATE: 1/2/13***

I've had this filter running for 2 years now 24/7 and my above comments still hold true. I would buy this filter again if I was in the market for one.

It appears that there are several 1 star reviews on this filter now, the majority of which are due to the filter being broken upon arrival. Apparently the poor packaging makes these filters prone to breaking during delivery. It seems that most people get a product they are happy with, and an unfortunate few get a broken/defective product. Amazon has a great return policy and this should hopefully be resolved for any of those who receive a defective product.

the fluval c3 is a nice filter, as mentioned by many others, but i have a few issues with mine that i would like to point out. I had currently been using a whisper 20-40 on a 29 gallon, which was doing the trick, but wanted better filtration. the 5 stage c3 caught my eye, and it definitely is a unique filter all its own. here is a list of pros and cons i have made from my observations. please take note that these are based off of the filter i received:

first the pros.

5 stage filtration. 2 mechanical, i chemcial, 2 biological.

impressive design for a hob style filter.

filter rinse indicator on top of filter (mechanical section) which tells you when its time to rinse/change.

pulls apart easily for cleaning.

motor comes off for replacement(if you ever need to.)

in opposition to many other reviews, it is very quiet.

good craftsmanship, constructed nicely.

the concept of not changing all filter media at once is beneficial, and allows a more stable colonization on filter media.

then the cons.

maintenance. i seem to have to rinse the filter pad every 4 days or so. since so much is packed into such a tight space, be prepared to clean this one quite frequently.

the motor sometimes will not start up. i did however find a fix for this. stick a q-tip into the impeller to "jump start" it. not too big of a deal, but i would like it to start when i plug it in.

none of my local fish shops sell replacement filters for this model. i have to purchase them online, which is not a big deal if i order them ahead of time.

i started the whisper back up to over filter my 29, because i keep it busy (well stocked.) using the whisper has reduced time between maintenance on the c3, but it still likes to get dirty fast. the filter is nice, but im not sure i would buy another one due to the issues i have with mine.

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I really love this HOB filter. Some may argue but I think this is the upgraded Aquaclear. They use the same motors as the Aquaclears and have redesigned the internals as well as the external look of the filter. They really thought this HOB filter design thorougly. It is much sleeker and attractive than the older Aquaclears as you can obviously see, but works as well or better in my opinion.

Everything is designed with ease of maintenance and performance in mind. To clean it is incredibly easy. Each compartment of filtration is seperate and can be taken out easily as needed for maintenace. You don't even have to turn off the filter to maintain it. If you want to clean the mechanical sponge (the only thing I clean really) it's as simple as pulling up the back compartment which is seperate from the other compartments. Unlike the Aquaclear which you have to take out everything on top of the sponge first to get to the sponge which needs the most frequent rinsings. This makes for much easier regular maintenance than the Aquaclear.

The mechanical filtration on this filter is also upgraded from the Aquaclears. The sponge has a material similar to the Aquaclear's sponge but now also has a tweak/improvment made to catch the tiny particles that float around in your tank. It is a two part sponge fused together which is a coarse sponge with a material similar to polyfil batting attached into one. The mechanical filtration even has a indicator that pops up when the sponge needs rinsing.

If you choose to use carbon (I don't I filled that compartment with more biomedia) you just lift out the integrated wet dry and pull out the basket that holds the carbon and replace. Drop the basket that holds the carbon back in and put the wet/dry system back on top it's super easy.

Now we get to the integrated wet dry system. The wet dry system needs the least cleaning and no replacement. The only part that could use a rinse once in a while is the pad on top that keeps detrius out. Maybe once every six months to a year you could lighly rinse the biomedia in the integrated wet dry. This is what makes the system AWESOME. It is the first true integrated wet dry system on a HOB filter! It works amazingly for biological filtration and can even be used effectively to reduce nitrates with Seachems denitrate! To me this is the best and most ingenious part of this filter.

The Fluval C series also has an adjustable intake tube that adjusts to any height you want without having to deal with extensions that you may have to cut to the right length or add on in specific increments. I have to add how QUIET it is. It is SILENT. Well... at first it was a little noisy. Nothing unbearable or out of the ordinary with Hagen HOB's. Though after lubing up the shaft of the impeller with a little fish safe silicone lubricant or even vaseline it is incredibly quiet.

I would not consider the dependability a factor/problem as they use the same motors as Aquaclears which have a reputation for reliablility. The only complaint I have is that they don't make it in a larger size that could be comparable to the Aquaclear 110. If they made a Fluval C5 model I would be all over it! I definitely recommend this filter for all of you looking for a great (the best) smaller HOB filter on the market today. For larger tanks though I would still have to go with the Aquaclear 110 for its power. Buy it, set it up, lube the shaft (for quietness), and let it do its job. You won't regret it. There is a great and complete review on Youtube for those who need a little more convincing and are seriously looking to buy one of these awesome filters.

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I've used many power filters and canister filters in the past and was really looking forward to adding the Fluval C2 to my small 10.5 gallon heavily planted aquarium. I've tried many AC (AquaClear) power filters in the past and they were my go-to, but after discovering Fluval had their own offering I had to try it.

Since my tank is heavily planted, I did not use the carbon filter. Why? Because plants need carbon dioxide. With that said, if you don't use the carbon filter you basically have one step before you're ready to put it on your tank. Just rinse the whole thing and put the biological things into its basket. It's really a piece of cake. I added one extra step a few days after installing it and that was since I wasn't using the carbon filter I decide to open that bag up, dump the black stuff in the trash, heavily rinse it, and then put in my own biological substrates into it. I used my Eheim substrate and plopped it into the bag and voila, even more biological filtration!

Pros of the Fluval C2:

1. Awesome design with the water trickle and the whole removable cartridges for quick cleaning. The telescope design for the intake is really neat and something I've never seen before. This way you can get the exact height you want. The plastic parts of the filter also seem durable and strong unlike others I've tried.

2. Very flexible. As I mentioned, there's a whole extra compartment (if you're using the carbon filter which I recommend against... sure it makes things pretty but I recommend growing plants in your tank because they add a whole new element and are great for the fish and water quality) and you can add in your own substrate into that area. You can even opt to use your own substrate in the little biological basket instead of the ones they give you. If you want, you can use your own sponges and stuff for the mechanical filtration but I think the one they give will last a long time if you just rinse it. I also use a pre-filter (Fluval's own pre-filter sponge they sell for their Edge lineup) because I have Red Crystal shrimp and I don't want any babies to get sucked into the filter. The pre-filter I recommend because it'll prevent the gross things to go in the filter, but will also be trapped to the side of the pre-filter (giving fish and shrimp something to nibble at).

3. The water flow is very good and you can control it. I am using the C2 on a small 10.5 gallon tank filled with glowlight tetras and red crystal shrimps and I like to put the water flow to max during the day, then move it over to lowest when their lights go off. The extra flow I noticed make the fish more active (possibly more oxygen going through their gills?)

Cons of the Fluval C2 (the one caveat; read this if you get a noisy one!)

1. When I first got the filter I was pissed because it was indeed noisy. You could hear the movements of the spinning motor and I thought this thing was a piece of garbage. After 2 days of running it and listening to it (I keep my tank on my desk at my work so I sit next to it) I figured it would never be quieter and did some research online. Turns out this has happened to others. The solution? Lube up the motor parts! How? I used regular Vaseline (bought the travel size at my grocery store). Unplug and take apart the filter at a sink and have a bucket/large-cup handy. When you separate the motor from the rest of the filter you can remove the metal spinning thing. I went ahead and put a thin layer of Vaseline on the surface of that, but it was probably not necessary. The main culprit you want to lube up is the thin metal needle it attaches to. You could use a Q-Tip or thinly rolled up paper towel to get Vaseline around it. I also put Vaseline at the hole of the larger metal thing (the one you took off) and so when it was inserted into the needle the extra Vaseline would go over the needle. From there you could try out the filter at your sink (this is where you can put the intake into the large cup or bucket) and see if it's quieter. If it's still noisy, try again and maybe use more Vaseline. You can of course use better lubrication for water/aquariums but I read Vaseline is safe to use.

After doing this the Fluval C2 was really quiet and perfect! Hopefully you won't have to do the above fix, but given the pros of the filter I wouldn't let that you sway from owning this gem. It's a quick fix and afterwards you have a great silent filter!

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I have the c4.

It's great and I have been in the hobby for over 30 years.

I am using it on a 20 gallon tank.

You can never have too much flow rate.

To slow the turbulence I use a Fluval Edge prefilter, the flow adjuster and an aquaclear 50 foam sponge at the water output.

Let me comment on a few negatives people have written about this filter.

1) The water in my tank is crystal clear and as Jack Nicholson and Tom Cruise said in "A Few Good Men" ...."It's that simple." "Are we clear?" "Yes, sir." "ARE WE CLEAR!?" "Crystal" ..... LOL,love that movie.

To those who said the water is cloudy, yes, it was at first. I think it was because of the C nodes. You need to either rinse it clear for hours before using it or just let the filter do it in the tank. It took about 2-3 days to clear up but once it did, the water in my tank is crystal clear. I have been running it for 2 weeks and without the charcoal. I replace it with the aquaclear Biomax to increase the biological media. The Biomax and C nodes' fine powder dust clouded the water but like I said, it's clear crystal clear now. Just let the filter do it's job and the water will be crystal clear in a couple of days.

2) My filter is so quiet that you don't know it's on. What I did was apply some vaseline onto the impeller shaft and into the hole of the impeller. I did this without hearing if it needed to or not. I just applied it before I used it. The motor has NO noise at all and the lid does not rattle. The only thing you hear is the water cascading out of the filter.

3) The self priming issue is that you need to have water in the filter box before you start it. Once there is water, it will self primes. It will take about a minute to self prime as it sucks up the water through the tube. To help the self prime and make it more efficient, I clogged the hole on top of the U intake tube. Now when you unplug the filter and replug it it starts right up without it needing to refill (self prime) the intake tube. If you do a water change and the water in the tank falls just above the bottom of the U intake tube inside the filter box you will need to refill the filter box otherwise it won't self prime. So add water into the box when you refill your tank and when you replug your filter, it will self prime.

4) Try to buy the larger filter (C4) if you can. You can always change the impeller to the smaller impeller if you feel the flow it too much or modify it like I did with prefilter sponge and aquaclear 50 foam. With the bigger filter, it'll clean more and hold more beneficial bateria. And if and when you upgrade your tank, you won't need to buy a new filter. The impellers for the fluval C series and aquaclear are the same. Matter of fact, the motors are the same for all fluval C series and aquaclear except for the 110 model. It's the impeller that determines the flow rate and they are interchangeable between models and sizes except the 110.

All the positives you've read about this filter is true.

It's easy to clean, the red tab that notifies you that your filter foam needs cleaning is great; you are not stuck with any proprietary media which usually cost a lot more to replace; the foam pad and bio media DO NOT need to be replaced just rinse the foam pad or bio media in used or dechlorinated water. They should last for several years. If you use activated carbon/charcoal which I don't, you'll need to replace them every so often depending on your tank load. You can buy any brand of activated carbon and put it into a nylon bag and it's save you money.

Try to use a prefilter. It's attached to the bottom of the intake tube. It helps to catch the debris and uneaten food before it goes to the foam pad keeping it cleaner. It'll also increase your beneficial bacteria load and your fish will love to peck on it for the uneaten food. The only thing is that you'll need to rinse it once in a while or it will clog up completely and slow the filter down to a trickle. Just rinse it when you do your water change.

Hope this helps.....may your fishes be happy and healthy

Update: Feb 22, 2013. The filter is still going strong. The reading of the water has been 0 ammonia, 0 nitrite, and 5 nitrate with weekly water changes. It would probably be the same with a water change every other week. And this is in a very overstocked aquarium. The only thing I need to do is rinsed the prefilter with every water change or it will clog up and restrict the water flow to a trickle and the water to the trickle part of the filter will not get any water. That's how good the prefilter is in catching the debris and keeping the foam and biomax clean. The red tab pop up device has never moved and when I check the foam it is very clean but I do rinsed the foam every 3 months and LIGHTLY rinse/shake the biomax every 6 months in used aquarium water. DO NOT buy NEW foam or biomax. Just rinse them. They will last several years if not forever especially if you use a prefilter and the prefilter does not need to be changed just rinsed also. I had to clean the impeller just recently since it wouldn't start back up/spin. It had a lot of slime. I just rinsed off the slime from the impeller and shaft and reapplied some vaseline and it was of and running like new. The water is crystal clear also.

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