Habitat - Indoor :: filters

[steamd rice]

what are some common popular filter brands to go with. i get paid tomorrow and need to get a new filter. i've heard of fluval and zoomed but just the name, no "models" or anything like that. any help would be awesome.

[happycamper]

How big is the tank? The Fluval FX5 is a good choice. I started out with a Fluval 405, should have just gone for the FX5 in the beginning. I'm sure Veipa will be along shortly with more detailed answers for you

[steve]

Check the main filter thread: viewtopic.php?f=9&t=30145

Just a rough suggestion... 40-75 gallons use an XP3, 75+ gallons use an FX5.

[steamd rice]

its a 55 gallon tank, and unfortunately i dont have 250 dollars to spend...

[steve]

The XP3 going price is a round $120-130

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000260FX4

http://www.bigalspets.com/RENA-Filstar- ... B000260FX4

You find a cheaper one (possibly used) on ebay or craigslist. Oh, ebay also has knock-off canisters for half the price if you're willing to try them.

[steamd rice]

thats more what im looking for. im ordering the xp3 tomorrow

[VeipaCray]

How big is the tank? The Fluval FX5 is a good choice. I started out with a Fluval 405, should have just gone for the FX5 in the beginning. I'm sure Veipa will be along shortly with more detailed answers for you

No, I think you guys have this one covered. You hit the nail on the head... cheaper to go big the first time.