I have a 56 gallon column tank and i bought an Aqueon QuietFlow power filter. Is there such a thing as too much filter for a tank? This filter is for up to 90 gallons. Should i get a smaller one? Also this is in my room and is very loud. Is there a way to make it a little more quiet?
Other than over currents you really cant over-filter. But too strong of currents may kill some fish. Some filters are adjustable, can you turn it down?
no such thing as to much filtration more is always better however Raynovox is right to much current can be a prob with smaller weaker fish that prefer minimal water movement. As for the quiet flow I have used them for 2 years now with excellent success although the replacement filters a spendy. Also note that the GPH on the quiet flow is close to what canisters will put out so it is indeed a better filter. As for your noise I have no idea mine have always been quiet a real racket when turning on but thats cause it's self priming but once it is filled with water real quiet. anyways good luck
yes the tank is full, it said to fill it an inch from the top so thats what I did. Its not really quiet. Its splashing the water when it comes up through the tube and into the part with the dual filters.
This is a canister filter? If yes, turn it upside-down and give it a gentle shake. Repeat a few times to try to get all the air out of it. When fully full it should be silent.
I think this is a HOB where the powerhead is in the tank. You should take it apart and make sure the impeller is clear (not wrapped in moss or a piece of shipping cardboard). Also fill the tank to 1 finger's width below the rim. Make sure the blue plastic bumpy thing is in the waterfall the right direction.
I am at a loss then you may have bought a bad one. with any HOB filter there will be some splashing noise but it should be relatively quiet if you want perfect silence you will have to check out a canister filter or go all out with a wet/dry. Personally if you can take it back I would do so try a new one or try a whole new brand whatever your choice sounds lie you have a bad filter if it is making lots of noise. Also I had to put a book on top of an old HOB a long time ago to keep the top of the filter from rattling so bad.
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