what are u using for mech filtration

[nemogonecrazy]

just wondering what people are using to get that nice crisp clean look?

 

[Chris A.]

They use carbon.

 

[Daragon]

They do? Who does?

 

[Chris A.]

Well i don't yet.So most reefers do.

 

[Liam]

just wondering what people are using to get that nice crisp clean look?

Tim do you mean no particulates or just the icy blue look.
-Liam.

 

[nitrofish]

I don't have any

 

[objectfire]

Wouldn't the crystal clean look usually be the result of having overflows and excellent protein skimmers?

Kent

 

[Rays]

I use an Aqua Supreme 500, helps remove particulates, and is an excellent source for flow.

Crystal clean crisp look = CARBON

 

[TheUltimateNoob]

i think most people do not use mechanical filtration. but i don't see why it would hurt if you used it every once in a while to remove particulates.

 

[Liam]

i think most people do not use mechanical filtration. but i don't see why it would hurt if you used it every once in a while to remove particulates.

A filter sock or piece of foam in the sump is mechanical filtration,i would think most people have one or the other of these.
Don't they??

 

[ReeferMedic]

Ocean Clear with a Little Giant pump and Chemi-Pur Carbon, tank is always nice and clear.........

 

[TheUltimateNoob]

i guess, but i was thinking more in terms of an actual mechanical filter like an aquaclear, magnum, etc.

 

[objectfire]

I use an Aqua Supreme 500, helps remove particulates, and is an excellent source for flow.

Crystal clean crisp look = CARBON

Carbon is going to remove water discoloration, but not particulates... correct?

Kent

 

[starrfish]

I use carbon in a mesh bag in my Aquaclear filter. That's only because everything is HOB on my current tank. In my new tank, I'll be using carbon in a mess bag in the sump.

 

[Rays]

Kent, The mech filtration is for removal of particulates, but I mostly use it for a good flow. As Daire does, I put my carbon "sock" in the Aquaclear, thus
crystal clear = carbon (the use of)