Eheim 2217 Or 2028 Pro Ii

[B5150]

They are both rated at up to 160g. Experienced users have any feedback on the performance differences if any?

My tank will be freshwater with cichlids.

 

[adamgreen240]

Hi, a 6 X 2 X 2 tank holds 180 gallons, so none of them filters will be suitable im afraid, especially with you keeping cichlids. These are very messy fish so i would reccomend you overfilter slightly.

Have you looked at the Eheim pro 3 range? Excellent filters!

 

[flash22]

2028 is just enough for my rio 300 (60 odd uk gallon)

as above look at the pro 3

 

[raptorrex]

humm, you will need a turn round of 900 gallons per hour, that's to achieve a 5x turnover. so none to the mentioned filters are up to it, on their own!

i would look at the classic 2260. unless you really want to spend, £500 or more on some filters made for the star trek world, these are well worth a look.

 

[seanie112]

how abt the eheim pro 3 great filter will run your tank easy i have one mine the eheim pro 3 2080 its big but good


on the net price is around 170.00 plus 15.00 pounds for P+P


Eheim Professionel 3 2080
NEW from Eheim

The 2080 Professionel 3

Suitable for tanks up to 1200 litres

Freshwater & Marine

This large easy-to-use high power filter incorporates lots of new features :

New self-priming aid - pushing the priming button starts the water flow into the filter for a quick and easy start-up
High performance ceramic shaft and ceramic bushing guarantee long service life and exceptional quiet running smoothness
Triple hose connection (2 x 16mm inlet pipes & 1 x 16mm outlet pipe) for perfect water circulation around large aquariums
Improved Handling Features : recessed handles, transport wheels, 4 sturdy clips, and multifunction adaptor
Large, safe and easy-to-use locking clips ensure completely watertight seal of pumphead onto filter canister
Maintenance and flow rate indicator
Adjustable pump outlet
Integral large volume Pre-filter pre-cleans the water mechanically to allow for longer between main filter cleaning
Includes a pre-filter drip tray to allow pre-filter to be removed and serviced cleanly
4 strong transport wheels make the filter easy to manoeuvre
3 Year Manufacturers Warranty
Filter media is not included but is available as a separate media pack


Technical Details :


For aquariums up to 1200 litres
Pump Output : 1700 lph
Power Consumption : 30w
Filter Volume : 12 Litres + 1.5 Litre pre-filter (within canister)
Dimensions : Height : 567mm* Width : 330mm Depth : 330mm
*Height after allowance for hose attachment : very approx 60cms

 

[raptorrex]

only problem with the above filter is, it only has capacity for HALF the water in your tank. and that's not a true figure! 1200lph is the pump rating, not the filter circulation.

 

[seanie112]

its running my 77x17x18 around 300 ltrs u can do the flo rate to any spend of in take i know its bigger then i need but i have it running on half flo at the moment
still a great filter tho only thing its big filter in size

 

[Davo86]

In a 180USG stocked with messy fish like Cichlids I would be running not one but two good sized cannister filters.

The Fluval FX5 is another option not been mentioned

 

[B5150]

Here's the scoop. I acquired a tank, stand, hood and filter from my brother-in-law for $200. The dimensions I posted were rounded. It is an actual 72" x 18" x 24" = 31,104 cubic inch = 134.649 gallon [US, liquid]

With the tank came a Fluval 403. Apparently it was one of two units that were previously used in the set-up, yet I only had access to the one, as he already off loaded the other. As I discovered this will not be enough filtration.

I would rather not drop an ton of cash if I can help it but I understand the need for adequate filtration especially with my desired fish.

So the issue I have is as follows - The 403 that I have needs some mechanical assistance with plumbing and the likes. This is running me a few bucks as it is. This still leaves me with the need for an additional filter. So there is the option of fitting up the existing unit and getting an other to run tandem. This will still cost me a coupe hundred bucks and have the need for multiple filter maintenance. Additionally I have no idea of the life that is left in it at this stage of the game.

The other option is to spend the couple hundred bucks on a bigger higher capacity unit. The issue is that this couple hundred buck budget limits my selection. As much as I would love to get a high end Eheim unit it is not my first option. My research has led me to an option of a Fluval FX5 that I can purchase for $200.

This leaves me with the uncertainty of whether or not this is something that I want to purchase. It certainly has the capacity. It has a 900+ gph flow rate. Yet I hear that it can be loud and I am getting very mixed reviews on Fluval in general.

I was hoping this would be a less complicated matter

EDIT: I see that Davo mentioned the FX5

 

[OldMan47]

B5150, for your 140 I would recommend the Rena XP3 or XP4. Both are good filters that will take care of your bioload. No filter with reasonable flow rates in the tank will pick up the heavy wastes of a large cichlid, that is what gravel vacs are for. If you actually want to pick up the solids from a cichlid, get several power heads to stir everything in the tank beyond all belief and it will work. You do not need the extreme multiple flow rates that people with small tanks are accustomed to using. The XP3 is rated to 175 gallon tank but would be marginal in a tank that size so I would favor the XP4. They can be had at your front door brand new off of ebay for less than $200 with required media included.

 

[B5150]

Thanks for the suggestion OldMan.

Actually there were three powerheads in my package.

 

[B5150]

I think I got myself overenthused, overinformed maybe overwhelmed.

I've had the tank for 6 month waiting to finish a remodel in my house so that the new carpet was in. This way I could set the tank up once.

I'm going to start it up with the Fluval 403. I have intentions of fish cycling with a couple dozen or so goldfish and run it that way while I build up the decor. The Fluval 403 is rated at ~300gph and will suffice during that time with the low load on it. This will keep me entertained and active in the hobby. Once I get settled the XP4 at 450gph does look like a great addition for a second that would place me very capable to handle a more stocked tank. Then if the need or desire is there I can always get another and drop out the Fluval 403.

I did find the XP4 for well under $200 with media.

I just need to slow myself down and pace myself into this. I'm a 43yo guy who hasn't had a tank since he was 16 or so and I'm getting excited...