Internal Filter Recommendations

[adam98150]

Hi guys, haven't posted for quite some time, just wondering what your thoughts are on internal filters for a 15 to 20 gallon tank, I've been out of the freshwater game for a while, so I'm alittle rusty equipment wise. Unfortunately it can't be a HOB since we have some very inquisitive cats, so I'm thinking a power filter with decent flow output and good surface area media wise.

Tank will be moderately stocked with smaller fish (kubotai rasbora / pygmy cories / lamp eyes / shrimp among other things).

 

[mattyeatsmatts]

Fluval U series

 

[tomtomtom1230]

Fluval U series

+1

Personally, I'd get an external filter such as the Fluval 106 (for a 15 gallon) or the Fluval 206 (for a 20 gallon) It'll be easier to service and there will be more room in your tank, not to mention superior filtration and larger bio media capacity.

 

[adam98150]

Thanks for the replies guys, really appreciated. I'll look into the U series, the last time I bought a filter the plus series was still going. As for the fluvals, although they have their advantages, I've always preferred the Tetratecs external wise. This time I'm on a budget, and unfortunately don't have the time or money for an external.

 

[tomtomtom1230]

Thanks for the replies guys, really appreciated. I'll look into the U series, the last time I bought a filter the plus series was still going. As for the fluvals, although they have their advantages, I've always preferred the Tetratecs external wise. This time I'm on a budget, and unfortunately don't have the time or money for an external.

It's all OK, we all have our preferences! I swear by Fluval but Eheim and Tetratec are also fantastic manufactorers. I use Fluval mainly because I have a main dealership for Hagen near me and parts are readily available within a few hours notice.

 

[adam98150]

That's pretty handy for you. We use the 04 series at work, a leak from time to time but nothing too serious. Just opened the shed to find a fluval 3+ and smaller internal, both working perfectly. They have been chosen ! Changing the media on the fluval and adding noodles / floss to the other one. : )

 

[tomtomtom1230]

Sounds good! Keep us updated!