Daniel
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Hi all,
I am currently running an Eheim pro3e 2178 thermo external filter on my 300L tank (100x60x45cm). I want more flow throughout the tank and I was thinking of adding a second cannister filter. Alternatively I was thinking it would be less fuss to just run the filter I've got and then add a powerhead or two to gain the extra flow without having to clean an additional filter and pipes.
I guess my question is you often see aquascapes of similar size tank to mine or larger that have a canister filter at either end. Are they using both predominantly for filtration or is the second one more for increasing flow? I'm sure it also depends on stocking, size of filters etc too, but as a general rule are both required?
It's a very open question and I'm sure every tank is different but an idea would be very helpful.
Thanks,
Dan
I am currently running an Eheim pro3e 2178 thermo external filter on my 300L tank (100x60x45cm). I want more flow throughout the tank and I was thinking of adding a second cannister filter. Alternatively I was thinking it would be less fuss to just run the filter I've got and then add a powerhead or two to gain the extra flow without having to clean an additional filter and pipes.
I guess my question is you often see aquascapes of similar size tank to mine or larger that have a canister filter at either end. Are they using both predominantly for filtration or is the second one more for increasing flow? I'm sure it also depends on stocking, size of filters etc too, but as a general rule are both required?
It's a very open question and I'm sure every tank is different but an idea would be very helpful.
Thanks,
Dan