Small Filter Wanted For 4 Gallon

[xanthedc]

Hi, I posted this question on the beginners section not realising that there was a hardware section. I have a Fluval 1 in my 4 gallon hospital tank but the flow of water is a bit strong for such a wee tank, 16"w, 8"d, 8"h, especially if there are ailing fish in it.
Is there a smaller filter or one with lesser flow. Someone suggested a small Serra Filter, which could be a bit noisy, is there anything else out there? I tried to find the small serra filter on google but not entirely sure what I'm looking for, size wise or price! Any help gratefully received. Thanx Xanthe

 

[wendywc]

Look at the pinned thread for a DIY sponge filter. Sponge filters are great for small tanks and even if you have fry.

 

[xanthedc]

Look at the pinned thread for a DIY sponge filter. Sponge filters are great for small tanks and even if you have fry.

Hi, I did see that home made pump and I did think it was ideal...BUT I have no idea how to build it.
I followed the instructions and I got the first few; pot. hose with 4 notches into pot and fill with gravel. Then I got lost. What is the thing with the blue bit on it and where does the air pump come into it? Is an air pump the same as a filter wot you put in a fish tank?
Sorry not technically minded, have to ask husband to set the video. Xanthe the inept

 

[danny101]

i bought 2 new small filters from here just a week ago for my new betta tanks, one is adjustable.the elite mini i think.
check this link, has some good internal small filters.i bought a elite mini and a interpet pf mini, both were quite cheap and are quite quiet. dont know how good the filtration is though.

filters

Danny

 

[xanthedc]

i bought 2 new small filters from here just a week ago for my new betta tanks, one is adjustable.the elite mini i think.
check this link, has some good internal small filters.i bought a elite mini and a interpet pf mini, both were quite cheap and are quite quiet. dont know how good the filtration is though.

filters

Danny

Hi Danny, Sorry to say I couldn't get your link to open. Will try again as i'm no Bill Gates but if you could check at your end as well, I would be grateful.
May I compliment you on your choice of literature from your tag. You have picked a particularily fine edition...long live Bill Waterson. Though another fine title is Homicidal, Psycho, Jungle Cat. Xanthe

 

[danny101]

try this one now..filters

Danny

p.s.he must be a very happy fellow..bill waterson..i love its a magical world too.

 

[xanthedc]

try this one now..filters

Danny

p.s.he must be a very happy fellow..bill waterson..i love its a magical world too.

Thank you, the link, tis working now. Just what I need.
P.p.s. Happy... but just slightly cracked. I love Hobbes the epitome of liquid fur!