Equipment Review and Discussion :: cascade 700

[Buckethead47]

so i have a cascade 700 for my 55 gal tank that i keep half full. but the flow rate is way low compared to when i first got it.. i just cleaned it and its still soft. does anybody recommend the cascade filters?

[jozzep]

I have a cascade 1500.......I had trouble in the beginning getting it to work properly.I noticed the spraybar clogs up and that reduces pressure so i eliminated it.then you have to make sure the trays are aligned properly.
After that never had a problem again.

[Buckethead47]

the trays are aligned and i did ditch the spray bar. its just it dosnt flow as much as it used too... im thinking im going to ditch this filter.

[mike hill]

Buck-47 If you ditch the filter make sure you sitck to the 5x rule. That is a minimum. I go a little higher as the more water I move the cleaner the water is. I have a 300 gph on a 55 gallon and a 350 on 29. The 350 on the 29 has a little swirl in the water but it keeps the water super clean. Just don't make it a blender. HA m.