Fluval recommends that you clean the impeller of the FX6 canister filter every 3 months and replace it every year. You can check out this tutorial from Aquarium Blueprints to see how you can properly clean and replace the motor unit. 1. To start off, make sure you disconnect the FX6 canister filter from the … Read more
The Fluval FX4 uses an impeller to pump water in and out of the canister filter. Since, it is the only moving part of this product, the motor needs to be cleaned every three months. Eventually, the impeller will breakdown due to wear and tear, forcing you to replace it in order to continue using … Read more
The Fluval FX4 is designed for fish tanks that can hold up to 250 gallons or 1,000 liters. The Fluval FX6 is made for bigger aquariums that can hold up to 500 gallons or 1,500 liters. Both of these big filters come with a utility valve to quickly drain water from the bottom of the … Read more
The Fluval FX4 and FX6 are both heavy duty canister filters that provides filtration of bigger fish tanks. With that said, the pump output for these products may cause problems if the fish, plants and other inhabitants in your aquarium can’t handle the fast water currents. You can take a look at this guide from … Read more
Seachem Matrix is one of the best biological filter media currently available on the market as it will help reduce ammonia, nitrites and nitrates in your fish tank. So, how much flow rate do you need to get the most out of this product? You can find out in this guide at Aquarium Blueprints. Quick … Read more
The Fluval FX series is considered by many to be one of the best canister filter brands currently available on the market. The Biohome Ultimate is also one of the most recommended biological filter media that you can use for your fish tank. So, if you are planning to use both products, how much Biohome … Read more
When trying to build a shrimp-only fish tank, you may wonder whether or not you need a filter. You can check out this guide at Aquarium Blueprints to see what are the benefits of having a shrimp aquarium with a filter as well as having a tank that isn’t equipped with a filter. Quick Summary … Read more
EHEIM has several versions of the Professionel 4+ currently available on the market. So, what are the major differences between the 250, 250T, 350, 350T and 600 models? You can find out in this comparison guide between these canister filters. Quick Summary The EHEIM Professionel 4+ 600 offers the most volume, the greatest number of … Read more
If you are looking for a canister filter that can handle a fish tank of up to 70 or 80 gallons, then Fluval has a pair of products that you might want to check out with the 306 and G3. So which of these is better? You can find out in this comparison guide at … Read more
If you have a Marineland Penguin or Emperor, you are probably wondering what are the best filter media types to use for these power filters. You can check out this guide at Aquarium Blueprints below if you are having a hard time deciding. What’s Included with Marineland Penguin/Emperor Power Filters The Marineland Penguin, Marineland Penguin … Read more