Rena Filtstar XP3 MEdia

[nshockeyplaya]

Hi i have a Rena Filstar XP3 canister fileter, and iw as wondering from you people thta hve these filters, what types of medias/foams to u have in it? What seems to work best?

 

[rvm]

I have an XP3, and use (from the bottom up) ceramic pre-filter media, foam, ceramic bio media, then floss. Seems to work well this way!

 

[nshockeyplaya]

What brands of these do you use. Dont you use the activated carbon in the pouches?

 

[rvm]

The pre filter media is Fluval, the foam is rena, the bio media is fluval (I think) and the floss is Marina. I don't use carbon in any of my filters unless I am specifically removing meds or other stuff!!

 

[nshockeyplaya]

Does it hurt to use carbon, i mean why do all filters start you off with it if its unnecessary?

 

[rvm]

doesn't hurt to use it, but it costs!!! it becomes ineffective after about 2-3 weeks and then needs to be replaced, so the companies make more money off you if they tell you to use it all the time!!

 

[canarsie11]

I use the bio zorb, made by filstar for rena xp series

 

[nshockeyplaya]

Okay thanks rvm yea i think ill stop using it after this 1 expires. Youve ben a real help, appreciate it

Canarsie what exactly is the bio zorb do, also do you guys think i should use nitra zorb if im not having plants in my tank?

 

[canarsie11]

Helps remove organic wastes