Is This Filter Ok For My Aquarium?

[shahrezsyed]

is this filter fine for my 45 gallon? as i want to remove the undergravel filter to make room for plants.
shahrez

 

[zuulan]

is this filter fine for my 45 gallon? as i want to remove the undergravel filter to make room for plants.
shahrez

HUH? Which filter? Am I missing something?

 

[shahrezsyed]

sorry zuulan i meant this one
http/www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod...amp;pcatid=3603
the eheim 2213-37
shahrez

 

[OohFeeshy]

I would say you want something bigger than a 2213.

 

[meguro]

2215 or larger for that size tank or alternatively have two 2213's.

 

[zuulan]

is this filter fine for my 45 gallon? as i want to remove the undergravel filter to make room for plants.
shahrez

It says 2213 is for up to 66 US Gallons

 

[craig855s]

the 2215 wold be good, it'l only cost a few quid more,especially if u buy online. I got a TT EX1200 for 86 quid brand new online

 

[OohFeeshy]

It says 2213 is for up to 66 US Gallons

Bit of an overestimate, the flowrate is rubbish and the volume isn't massive.

 

[indigoj]

bigger is always better, remember the manufacturer always states the maximum capacity, I reckon most run to about 2 thirds of that in everyday use.

 

[shahrezsyed]

that means......i buy a 2215...ok thanks.
but is there anything with similar price which would be better?
shahrez

 

[zuulan]

How long have these filters been produced? I'm sure I bought the same product 15 years ago.

 

[indigoj]

don't know what is available over there - the tetratecs are excellent (go for the 1200 if available) only advice I have is go for the biggest capacity filter you can afford - handy if you upgrade too. If it is a bit too powerful you can always turn the flow down or add a spray bar.