Well done, man this is by far the most useful DIY external I have seen on UA-cam and really cheap too. Groovy - I will put link to this on the Tyne Valley Aquatics facebook page.
Your channel is absolutely amazing, thank you so much for doing what you do! I have watched many of your videos now and all of them are so useful. For me you are the best channel dedicated to aquariums and everything that comes with it.
Great job! Better than the many other 5 gallon bucket versions on UA-cam! Those versions are known to leak, and even crack under pressure, during power outages.
Wow 8 years ago it's been a long time watching your videos . give us an 8-year update are you still using the pump canister combo or upgrades . what issues have you encountered if any or smooth sailing hopefully.
Bravo..my friend.. this is hands-down the best and simplest video I've seen on how to build one of these... everyone else makes it so complicated....I think they do it on purpose to make themselves look more important...
This is fantastic! Great job!!! I'm getting a 110G shortly and am canister shopping. I don't love the prices and want to experiment with this set up. Problem I'm having is figuring out how to take your set up, and be able to take off the lid for cleaning. I can't unscrew the lid without tangling the hose and making a mess so I would want to disconnect the input hose from the lid. If I disconnect hoses from the hose connectors every time then eventually the hoses will be stretched and leaky at the connections. I was thinking I could add a ball valve to the other side of the flexible connector at the bottom so I could halt water flow there as well to disconnect from the pump and output hose. To easily maintain the filter I would want to disconnect the input hose from the cooler and disconnect the output hose preferably from the point where the flex hose is (if I add a ball valve so the water in the output hose doesn't flow down) so I could take the cooler full of media to the bathroom or outside for cleaning. Any ideas?
I used the same canister and the lid leaks, not the best one to use for this project. Also, using the vent hole as indicated caused more issues as the drilled hole as the whole due to the curve in the lid in that area makes the o-ring less effective. Silicon can be used to plug the water input connector but for the lid this becomes impracticable as it would need to be redone every time the media is cleaned. Looking for a better canister.
You are a lifesaver!!!! I have been looking everywhere for a filter water pump like this one that has an option for prefilter sponge or intake. I also heard this one was pretty quiet (in water) from other sites as well, BONUS FOR ME! I am going to use it for a corner HMF filter for my new 75 gallon aquarium. Should work perfectly with the outtake leading to a waterfall that extends on the back of my tank to help circulate the water throughout the tank better. Great project by the way! I may try that if I get interested in canister filters, heard good things about them.
Well done . Time well spent looking @ videos . I'm impressed by the amount of stuff I've learned. I would like to see how to construct a sand water fall though.
Thank you for the great video! I built this filter as specified (same pump and everything) however found that the pressure in the canister was too high and resulted in water escaping from the top of the cooler. I ended removing the bulkhead and separating the pump. I then sat the cooler and pump unconnected in a 25 gallon plastic container ($4). Essentially, this created a perfect sump for my 55 gallon tank. As an added benefit the cooler stands taller than the container's water level and I found a drainage cap at Lowes (see link below) that sits perfectly about 5 inches from the top of the cooler. This allowed me to fill the top 5 inches of the cooler with bio balls creating a super simple wet/dry and sump system. All in all the system cost me $40; $50 if you count the massive 1.5in PVC overflow intake I built to feed the cooler. My overstocked 55g african cichlid tank has been running quietly on this system for 6 months now with perfect water parameters. Thanks again! www.lowes.com/pd_21588-676-10_4294612448__?productId=3132545&Ns=p_product_price|0&pl=1¤tURL=%3FNs%3Dp_product_price%7C0%26page%3D2&facetInfo=
+Steven Tasker The way I had this system set up was to with filter floss on the top most layer under one of the grates I mentioned in my previous comment. I then had a circular cut filter pad under the floss. I change the filter floss every 2-3 weeks or so (costs next to nothing so why not). I only changed the filter pads if they start getting clogged; perhaps every 2 months. I maintained that system for over a year with 20 cichlids in a 55g with no parameter problems and very little maintenance. I have since altered my system from the one described above due to excess water pressure producing leaks and a wheezing sound from the top of the igloo cooler. Because you cannot drill a larger output on the cooler due to the insulation, I simply replaced the cooler with a 5g bucket ($4) and lid from Lowes. I then put a 2g bucket ($3) in the 5g bucket and cut the bottom of another 5g bucket so form a filter tray. Cut appropriate sized holes in the bottom of each bucket and you have a very similar system.
Can you revisit this DIY project? I'd like to know if you figured out any better fixes for leaking. Or a better setup. I tried this build and it leaked all the way around the lid. Plus, how do you open the canister to clean?
I'm always looking how to make filters and this is a good idea. I would also put those Eheim quick disconnect valve on the end of the input hose to hold the water in the tube to clean the canister. I gave you a *thumbs up* I like this.
I like it, I am building a bit of a similar filter except the feed is at the bottom with a cavity and a false bottom above that so solids can settle to the bottom, the output will siphon off of the top of the filter with bio media of some sort in between. I've been toying with the idea of either above water level or on the floor but think I am going to go with above since this is an indoor aquaponics experiment. Aq to Filter above, gravity flow to the grow bed then dump back into the tank. I got some good ideas from your video. Thanks
Wow, this is the best DIY canister filter I've ever seen built for aquariums! Hats off to you buddy! Would like to see a spray bar attachment for this! Also, another cool thing to add would be a purge valve at the top to let air out from time to time. Love this though, found to build on this week or next for sure! Amazing channel man, simply amazing!
Thanks man, its way cheaper that using PVC (which i've made a lot of) haha. I need to make a few new spray bars, and yes a purge valve would be a good idea! Thanks again for watching, appreciate it!
Loved the video, but I have 2 doubts. 1. How do you match the water flow down the aquarium and the pump ? Because, if the pump draws more water, you'll end up getting noise without water left in the bucket. 2. Similar problem occurs if the Filter media gets clogged. Wherein another question arises. What about the overflow to the filter ?
Hi Nick, excellent video, I followed your instructions and made one for my self i have a 29gall an the wster is crystal clear but 2 weeks later I am having problems with a leak in the lid , what can I do??? Please help...
My build has the water flowing bottom to top. My theory is that gravity will improve tha particulate filtration, much the way store-bought canisters flow. I'm not sure if this is a root cause of my problem, but I have a lot of leakage, even with liberal siliconing and plumber's taping. Firstly, the (Chinese made) risers I bought that connect from the pump output to the ball valve leak like crazy from both connections. My lid is also leaking very slightly and I wonder if the increaed pressure of my setup vs. the "stock" build is the cause. I'm going to try plumber's putty in the inner groove of the lid to see if that willl help and I will forgo using a riser and just drop the pump into the tank and connect the hose on both ends with threaded barbed connectors. The whole contraption also seems very fragile in that jostling the connectors can cause them to spring leaks. That's an important consideration when the canister or media need servicing and not touched upon in the video. I have to say that its a fun exercise, but its probably not worth it after all the connectors I bought for trial and error from a financial standpoint. Also, if it's not reliably watertight, its not something I can use indoors. Again, I am having fun and its still a work in progress. That Chinese canister filter that sells for $70 on Amazon looks like a bigger and bigger bargain every day.
so I've reversed the flow back to the gravity fill as shown int he video and it's definitely much better. I just need to reseal the top and add a tray for a base to give me piece of mind and I think I'll be using it for my main tank rig
correct me if I'm wrong, your pump before your canister is a submersible pump which you use outside the tank. If that is a submersible pump then you use it outside the tank or drawn out from the water, I think there is a problem on it. Just saying.
Thanks for responding to my question. I keep African cichlids. About 10 or so so this would work great. Keep up the great work love the information on your channel
Way Cool! And it's insulated too! LOL Some points: Maybe the "Canister" itself should be inside a tub or large bucket in case it leaks. I put my Eheim Classic in a big bucket just for that reason. Apply a bead of silicon around those holes maybe? Quick release connections with shut off valves so the whole thing can be moved to a sink or bath tub for cleaning? Thanks!
ideas what to build next; Overflow system with wet dry filter? love to hear what your take is on the overflow system because I read and see too many different builds that make me hesitant to make one myself :)
I really like this idea and design. I set this up today and ran into a few problems. Stopping the water from filling the container when I want to service it, too much pressure building up, and my flexible male riser. The solutions I came up with were: an extra ball valve on the top of the container for the filling issue, adjusting the flow out of the container with the ball valve near the pump for the pressure issue, and a plastic male riser for the flexible male riser issue. Although I am going to look for another container to serve as my canister. I'm not a fan of the cooler with all the pressure that is building up. Does any one have any thoughts on other suitable containers? I saw the homer bucket idea, but not sure how well it would handle the pressure.
this video is great! it is a few years old so I am wondering if there is any changes to your design you would recommend? ie filter materials or pump etc?
Does this? Build set up work efficiently. I went and bought like every single part that you got right there to build one myself. Just haven't done it yet.
thanks for the advice! At first i thought just spend the 120 dollars and don't bother with all this crap but i might run this in conjunction with my other canister just for shits and giggles. you can never have too much filtration
ingenius build I built this for my new 80 gallon tank.but I used a homer bucket instead cheaper than cooler and a gamma seal lid from hd also runs like a champ.doesn't pick up much of the poo but great filtration. thanks for this video
Depends on How many fish you keep, how much you feed them, and if your tank is planted or not. The industry rule of thumb is to turn your tank over 5 times in an hour... so with this pump ~400 gal/hr so a ~75 gal tank would be a limit. Keep in mind every foot the pump is below the output is going to reduce flow rate.
great vid guys i liked and will most def try this one for my baby turtle.. at first i thought you were going to put the intake from the bio-media below then you put it from the mechanical filter on top thats what i want to do.
It is really wonderful tutorial. I have a question though. According to ADA ES-300, it has specs as follows Flow Rate 6.0L/min Maximum Pump Head 1.5m. It means 360L/H. But you use 1500L/H. It sounds way to powerful for making the similar ADA product. Or, could you give some calculation to determine what flow rate for which tank size?
Hi. I made the carnister filter like your video showes the difference is i ised 30l blue barell instead a bucket. Problem i having is that when the filter wokrs for about 2 to 3 hrs the sides of the barell start to sink in so there is some wacume in the batell as when take the intake pipe of it paps the sides back :( I fild the barrel to the neck 100% before starting the pomp. The pomp is 3000l/h pomp with 15mm hose out to tank and 22mm hose from tank to the filter. Can you please help me sort this problem out. Kind regards. Arek
Why did you use a siphon as the input? What about using the pump’s intake to take water from the aquarium into the canister, and then an outlet from the canister to the aquarium?
First off, thanks for the very informative video...it is very handy!! I am in the process of building a similar canister filter with for my 75 Gallon tank for my Mud turtle (Head pressure: 3 foot drop & flexible tubing). I know you suggest the Eco Plus 396, but I'm not sure if this would work for my purposes or not, I have also seen The Sicce Syncra 3.0 & the Jecod DCT 4000. Any suggestion/constructive input would be much appreciated!
So I decided to make this for me 125 gallon tank and the only problem I have is when I Syphon from the tank to the canister it doesn't fill my canister only fills it so far and then it stops I then have to switch my pump on and run it like that should I just fill the canister and then Syphon to it and turn the pump on?
A man I met in the pet store yesterday told me about this video. It sounded great, but I was concerned that it might be too complicated. Thanks for a clear cut, easy to follow how-to. I will use this design to filter a 55 gallon, indoor turtle pond. My only question is, is it not necessary to use active carbon? I watched a couple other videos from people who used your design, but made some changes. You did not use carbon, but some of them did. Are there pros and cons to using carbon in the filter?
I really appreciate the speed with which you get to the point. Easy to understand without being long winded.
Hey thanks a lot!
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Well done, man this is by far the most useful DIY external I have seen on UA-cam and really cheap too.
Groovy - I will put link to this on the Tyne Valley Aquatics facebook page.
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Your channel is absolutely amazing, thank you so much for doing what you do! I have watched many of your videos now and all of them are so useful. For me you are the best channel dedicated to aquariums and everything that comes with it.
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Great job! Better than the many other 5 gallon bucket versions on UA-cam! Those versions are known to leak, and even crack under pressure, during power outages.
Wow 8 years ago it's been a long time watching your videos . give us an 8-year update are you still using the pump canister combo or upgrades . what issues have you encountered if any or smooth sailing hopefully.
I really like the fact that you did this with a cooler. It absolutely has to help with maintaining temperature.
This is a major $$$ saving project. Sweet. 😊
I did something similar when I first started my tank. Nice how to
Bravo..my friend.. this is hands-down the best and simplest video I've seen on how to build one of these... everyone else makes it so complicated....I think they do it on purpose to make themselves look more important...
Been searching for diy canister filters, best design so far..
This is fantastic! Great job!!!
I'm getting a 110G shortly and am canister shopping. I don't love the prices and want to experiment with this set up. Problem I'm having is figuring out how to take your set up, and be able to take off the lid for cleaning. I can't unscrew the lid without tangling the hose and making a mess so I would want to disconnect the input hose from the lid. If I disconnect hoses from the hose connectors every time then eventually the hoses will be stretched and leaky at the connections. I was thinking I could add a ball valve to the other side of the flexible connector at the bottom so I could halt water flow there as well to disconnect from the pump and output hose. To easily maintain the filter I would want to disconnect the input hose from the cooler and disconnect the output hose preferably from the point where the flex hose is (if I add a ball valve so the water in the output hose doesn't flow down) so I could take the cooler full of media to the bathroom or outside for cleaning. Any ideas?
I think it's the best system I met hasat now. It is very easy to assemble, and is very practical.
Thanks Juan!!!!
I used the same canister and the lid leaks, not the best one to use for this project. Also, using the vent hole as indicated caused more issues as the drilled hole as the whole due to the curve in the lid in that area makes the o-ring less effective. Silicon can be used to plug the water input connector but for the lid this becomes impracticable as it would need to be redone every time the media is cleaned. Looking for a better canister.
Seriously love this Filter that you have made
The best DIY canister filter
You are a lifesaver!!!!
I have been looking everywhere for a filter water pump like this one that has an option for prefilter sponge or intake. I also heard this one was pretty quiet (in water) from other sites as well, BONUS FOR ME! I am going to use it for a corner HMF filter for my new 75 gallon aquarium. Should work perfectly with the outtake leading to a waterfall that extends on the back of my tank to help circulate the water throughout the tank better.
Great project by the way! I may try that if I get interested in canister filters, heard good things about them.
Well done . Time well spent looking @ videos . I'm impressed by the amount of stuff I've learned. I would like to see how to construct a sand water fall though.
Thank you for the great video! I built this filter as specified (same pump and everything) however found that the pressure in the canister was too high and resulted in water escaping from the top of the cooler. I ended removing the bulkhead and separating the pump. I then sat the cooler and pump unconnected in a 25 gallon plastic container ($4). Essentially, this created a perfect sump for my 55 gallon tank. As an added benefit the cooler stands taller than the container's water level and I found a drainage cap at Lowes (see link below) that sits perfectly about 5 inches from the top of the cooler. This allowed me to fill the top 5 inches of the cooler with bio balls creating a super simple wet/dry and sump system. All in all the system cost me $40; $50 if you count the massive 1.5in PVC overflow intake I built to feed the cooler. My overstocked 55g african cichlid tank has been running quietly on this system for 6 months now with perfect water parameters.
Thanks again!
www.lowes.com/pd_21588-676-10_4294612448__?productId=3132545&Ns=p_product_price|0&pl=1¤tURL=%3FNs%3Dp_product_price%7C0%26page%3D2&facetInfo=
How often do you clean/replace the filters on this?
+Steven Tasker
The way I had this system set up was to with filter floss on the top most layer under one of the grates I mentioned in my previous comment. I then had a circular cut filter pad under the floss. I change the filter floss every 2-3 weeks or so (costs next to nothing so why not). I only changed the filter pads if they start getting clogged; perhaps every 2 months. I maintained that system for over a year with 20 cichlids in a 55g with no parameter problems and very little maintenance.
I have since altered my system from the one described above due to excess water pressure producing leaks and a wheezing sound from the top of the igloo cooler. Because you cannot drill a larger output on the cooler due to the insulation, I simply replaced the cooler with a 5g bucket ($4) and lid from Lowes. I then put a 2g bucket ($3) in the 5g bucket and cut the bottom of another 5g bucket so form a filter tray. Cut appropriate sized holes in the bottom of each bucket and you have a very similar system.
Can you revisit this DIY project? I'd like to know if you figured out any better fixes for leaking. Or a better setup. I tried this build and it leaked all the way around the lid. Plus, how do you open the canister to clean?
I'm always looking how to make filters and this is a good idea. I would also put those Eheim quick disconnect valve on the end of the input hose to hold the water in the tube to clean the canister. I gave you a *thumbs up* I like this.
Thanks Ruben, the quick disconnects would be a good idea.
Nice to see you using the Biohome media. It's best to promote the growth of anaerobic bacteria which is a must-have to lower nitrate levels.
Amazing video on canister filter. U solved my problem.. I had a question. Can we use a submersible pump in this design. Please advise.
I like it, I am building a bit of a similar filter except the feed is at the bottom with a cavity and a false bottom above that so solids can settle to the bottom, the output will siphon off of the top of the filter with bio media of some sort in between. I've been toying with the idea of either above water level or on the floor but think I am going to go with above since this is an indoor aquaponics experiment. Aq to Filter above, gravity flow to the grow bed then dump back into the tank. I got some good ideas from your video. Thanks
what if the pump stops working all of a sudden?? Will the water leak out of the Canister or will the flow stop??
Wow, this is the best DIY canister filter I've ever seen built for aquariums! Hats off to you buddy! Would like to see a spray bar attachment for this! Also, another cool thing to add would be a purge valve at the top to let air out from time to time. Love this though, found to build on this week or next for sure! Amazing channel man, simply amazing!
Thanks man, its way cheaper that using PVC (which i've made a lot of) haha. I need to make a few new spray bars, and yes a purge valve would be a good idea! Thanks again for watching, appreciate it!
another outstanding DIY project. Boom
Nice DIY canister filter. Easy for me to understand and when I make one I will shout out to you Mike!
is there anywhere I can get a list of everything I need
This video
I would love it if you had put in the description what materials you used and your measurements.
Loved the video, but I have 2 doubts.
1. How do you match the water flow down the aquarium and the pump ? Because, if the pump draws more water, you'll end up getting noise without water left in the bucket.
2. Similar problem occurs if the Filter media gets clogged. Wherein another question arises. What about the overflow to the filter ?
hey Mike thank you so much for this design. I've built one myself just not like this. your design is much better. thank you.
Hi Nick, excellent video, I followed your instructions and made one for my self i have a 29gall an the wster is crystal clear but 2 weeks later I am having problems with a leak in the lid , what can I do??? Please help...
My build has the water flowing bottom to top. My theory is that gravity will improve tha particulate filtration, much the way store-bought canisters flow. I'm not sure if this is a root cause of my problem, but I have a lot of leakage, even with liberal siliconing and plumber's taping. Firstly, the (Chinese made) risers I bought that connect from the pump output to the ball valve leak like crazy from both connections. My lid is also leaking very slightly and I wonder if the increaed pressure of my setup vs. the "stock" build is the cause. I'm going to try plumber's putty in the inner groove of the lid to see if that willl help and I will forgo using a riser and just drop the pump into the tank and connect the hose on both ends with threaded barbed connectors. The whole contraption also seems very fragile in that jostling the connectors can cause them to spring leaks. That's an important consideration when the canister or media need servicing and not touched upon in the video.
I have to say that its a fun exercise, but its probably not worth it after all the connectors I bought for trial and error from a financial standpoint. Also, if it's not reliably watertight, its not something I can use indoors. Again, I am having fun and its still a work in progress.
That Chinese canister filter that sells for $70 on Amazon looks like a bigger and bigger bargain every day.
so I've reversed the flow back to the gravity fill as shown int he video and it's definitely much better. I just need to reseal the top and add a tray for a base to give me piece of mind and I think I'll be using it for my main tank rig
That was brilliant. So simple yet effective 👍🏻
i love the idea of putting the pump after the filters cause then the water isn't nasty
correct me if I'm wrong, your pump before your canister is a submersible pump which you use outside the tank. If that is a submersible pump then you use it outside the tank or drawn out from the water, I think there is a problem on it. Just saying.
Thanks for responding to my question. I keep African cichlids. About 10 or so so this would work great. Keep up the great work love the information on your channel
Anytime!
Way Cool! And it's insulated too! LOL
Some points: Maybe the "Canister" itself should be inside a tub or large bucket in case it leaks. I put my Eheim Classic in a big bucket just for that reason.
Apply a bead of silicon around those holes maybe? Quick release connections with shut off valves so the whole thing can be moved to a sink or bath tub for cleaning?
Thanks!
Ingenious and effective.
I can not stop the leaking from the cooler even after trying the suggestions. Any other options for a container?
ideas what to build next; Overflow system with wet dry filter? love to hear what your take is on the overflow system because I read and see too many different builds that make me hesitant to make one myself :)
Awesome build! Great idea
I like the idea. Thank you for sharing.
I really like this idea and design. I set this up today and ran into a few problems. Stopping the water from filling the container when I want to service it, too much pressure building up, and my flexible male riser. The solutions I came up with were: an extra ball valve on the top of the container for the filling issue, adjusting the flow out of the container with the ball valve near the pump for the pressure issue, and a plastic male riser for the flexible male riser issue. Although I am going to look for another container to serve as my canister. I'm not a fan of the cooler with all the pressure that is building up. Does any one have any thoughts on other suitable containers? I saw the homer bucket idea, but not sure how well it would handle the pressure.
How is it that you have just 250k subscribers? I just love your channel.
this video is great! it is a few years old so I am wondering if there is any changes to your design you would recommend? ie filter materials or pump etc?
About to make this build using a 10gal Gott dispenser for my patio pond.
great project! Gonna make me some...so expensive the ones you buy off the shelf around 200$$$... Thanks Man! Nice vid and to the point!
Does this?
Build set up work efficiently. I went and bought like every single part that you got right there to build one myself. Just haven't done it yet.
Great video! I love making stuff for my tanks! Thank you for the great content
Nice build .
A truly great DIY 👍🐟🐠
Thanks!
Very use full thank you
thanks for the advice! At first i thought just spend the 120 dollars and don't bother with all this crap but i might run this in conjunction with my other canister just for shits and giggles. you can never have too much filtration
Excellent DIY video.
one question now, what canister filter size you recommend for a 40 GL aquarium
ingenius build I built this for my new 80 gallon tank.but I used a homer bucket instead cheaper than cooler and a gamma seal lid from hd also runs like a champ.doesn't pick up much of the poo but great filtration. thanks for this video
Thanks! Your design sounds cool, Im actually finishing up the tests on a 5 gallon bucket sump project, sounds like it may be similar.
this is soooo cool. I canuse the same concept for mt 700 gal pond outside. thanks
fantastic and inspiring DIY video
Thanks, you rock!
DIY AQUAPROS I will be making my own and reposting the finished project for my 33 gallon marine aquarium I'm putting together.
Mike - by the way with the pump you have how many gallon tank can this support?
Depends on How many fish you keep, how much you feed them, and if your tank is planted or not. The industry rule of thumb is to turn your tank over 5 times in an hour... so with this pump ~400 gal/hr so a ~75 gal tank would be a limit. Keep in mind every foot the pump is below the output is going to reduce flow rate.
I like that going to try it myself
Woo pretty easy and cool
Огромное спасибо! Очень интересный ролик. Хоть я и не понял не одного слова,английский практически не знаю но видео говорит само за себя.
Good job
all power heads will work although not submersed in water?
we can stick the powerhead to the external wall of the canister to save space?
Great video. No bs
Easy and simple. Thanks for the share!
Great vid can all submersible pumps be used out of water
Интересный внешний фильтр!) Лайк!)
Love this idea will one day make one
Nice video 👍👍
Thanks mahn!!! Can't wait to try it out
Saludos desde el MICTLAN México, exelente idea ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ la mejor y exelente idea exelente, exelente idea con el cooler 💆👍⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Very clear, very easy. Thanks!
Very good
great video....!!!!
Diy sump filter next ....plz
agreed
Awesome stuff!!! What makes the water crystal clear? Is it the bigger the pump? or the bigger the bucket? Thanks for the info...
brilliant man you are... thanks for sharing!
Hi Mike! I have submersible water pump will it pump water back into the aquarium if i keep filter below the tank?
Can you run 2 canister filters in series? So the 1st canister catches the majority of the waste?
I have a question. Since the powerhead is outside water, won't it overheat and get damaged?
i am kinda confused shouldn’t the power head in submerged under water?
wow wow wow.. Does GPH depend on the size of the pump???
very good
great vid guys i liked and will most def try this one for my baby turtle.. at first i thought you were going to put the intake from the bio-media below then you put it from the mechanical filter on top thats what i want to do.
InfinitelyFocused Heard that! You can make a similar filter in a lot of different ways, thats why I like this one so much!
Great idea!!! Thanks for sharing
Excellent video bro, Fantastic.!!!
It is really wonderful tutorial. I have a question though. According to ADA ES-300, it has specs as follows Flow Rate 6.0L/min Maximum Pump Head 1.5m. It means 360L/H. But you use 1500L/H. It sounds way to powerful for making the similar ADA product. Or, could you give some calculation to determine what flow rate for which tank size?
If you make the submersible inline, it does not overheat?
Hi. I made the carnister filter like your video showes the difference is i ised 30l blue barell instead a bucket. Problem i having is that when the filter wokrs for about 2 to 3 hrs the sides of the barell start to sink in so there is some wacume in the batell as when take the intake pipe of it paps the sides back :( I fild the barrel to the neck 100% before starting the pomp. The pomp is 3000l/h pomp with 15mm hose out to tank and 22mm hose from tank to the filter. Can you please help me sort this problem out. Kind regards. Arek
Why did you use a siphon as the input? What about using the pump’s intake to take water from the aquarium into the canister, and then an outlet from the canister to the aquarium?
Power head is not self priming so it requires a siphon to start the flow
First off, thanks for the very informative video...it is very handy!! I am in the process of building a similar canister filter with for my 75 Gallon tank for my Mud turtle (Head pressure: 3 foot drop & flexible tubing). I know you suggest the Eco Plus 396, but I'm not sure if this would work for my purposes or not, I have also seen The Sicce Syncra 3.0 & the Jecod DCT 4000. Any suggestion/constructive input would be much appreciated!
How do I figure out what size canister I need for my tank or does it matter? Great video btw. Thanks!
.... Cool !! Nice Build.....why Not ? just for FUN ! Thanks for sharing.... Tank ON !
Hi. if i siphon for the input to the canister and have a cut of electrical service, do i have to siphon again?
So I decided to make this for me 125 gallon tank and the only problem I have is when I Syphon from the tank to the canister it doesn't fill my canister only fills it so far and then it stops I then have to switch my pump on and run it like that should I just fill the canister and then Syphon to it and turn the pump on?
A man I met in the pet store yesterday told me about this video. It sounded great, but I was concerned that it might be too complicated. Thanks for a clear cut, easy to follow how-to. I will use this design to filter a 55 gallon, indoor turtle pond. My only question is, is it not necessary to use active carbon? I watched a couple other videos from people who used your design, but made some changes. You did not use carbon, but some of them did. Are there pros and cons to using carbon in the filter?
you can you reverse osmosis cans for filter aswell
im going to try this with my 85 gallon turtle tank. My one question that I have is what size of container should i use?
Does the power head heat up? And the power head is external or internal?