Pimp My Filter #88 - Aquael Turbo Filter 2000
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.ย. 2024
- Aquael Turbo 2000 on Amazon: geni.us/cOthSma
(Yes, the thumbnail picture is an image from The Lighthouse (2019) which is an awesome film for those who have eyes to see ..... and it has nothing to do with aquariums) Willem Dafoe is literally a force of Nature in that film..
The Aquael Turbo 2000 may not hold much media as it comes from the manufacturer but it can be upgraded to hold more if you choose a more compact media than the supplied ceramic rings - as long as you have a high enough tank you can add more media baskets to the filter.
The standard height of the complete filter is around 16" (40cm) which is increased by approx. 4" (10cm) for every media compartment you choose to add.
If you're trying to achieve a full cycle (0,0,0) please avoid anything which will mess with the ammonia, nitrite and nitrate.
Unfortunately there are a couple of conditioners available which starve bacteria and mess up the cycle as a consequence, causing users to buy more products to treat the side effects. That is a pharmaceutical business template. 'Safe and effective'? It seldom is ...
Filter Kits, Foams, Biohome, Biogravel etc: www.filterpro.c...
(FilterPro site has links to Biohome suppliers in other countries)
Booster filter for canister filters: geni.us/2bj1
Trojan Horse Treatments video: • Trojan Horse Water Con...
Thousand Yard Stare channel: / @thousandyardstare
VERY IMPORTANT:
*Avoid using water conditioners which claim to bind / remove / detoxify ammonia, nitrite and nitrate as it will have a pronounced starving effect on the bacteria. When bacteria is starved the population will be low as it grows in line with the available 'food'.
A normal conditioner will allow the bacteria to fully populate the whole system and take away the 'need' to add more bacteria after maintenance / water change.
Most people get conned into regularly using bacteria additives and that is simply to mask the side effects from a damaging conditioner and a failing filter.
Tapsafe, Aquasafe, API Stress Coat etc. is all you need when a tank is properly set up, a filter is suitably sized (and properly set up) and Nature is allowed to do what Nature does.*
The Q&A page of the FilterPro site has extensive notes on recommended treatments and how filtration works. www.filterpro.c...
Follow me on Odysee: odysee.com/$/i...
Contact me on 07772848730 / sales@filterpro.co.uk
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You can check out my efforts to create a new system to navigate Agenda 2030 / any WEF nonsense on my Thousand Yard Stare channel:
/ @thousandyardstare
The following videos will be useful for learning more about filtration and filter media:
Sizing a canister properly and filter set up: goo.gl/om19un
Looking INSIDE different filter media: goo.gl/hZWS6c
Bacteria and filter media: goo.gl/123gAF
How to clean an aquarium: goo.gl/bPMhvh
Aquarium tips / filtration playlist: goo.gl/pXgqVj
A full cycle is completed by bacteria - the aerobic part of biological filtration which processes ammonia to nitrite and nitrite to nitrate followed by an anaerobic part which processes nitrate into soluble nitrogen which bubbles off to the atmosphere.
Therefore it requires a suitable amount of excellent quality filter media to be able to provide the environment for both aerobic AND anaerobic bacteria - that is what Biohome filter media does perfectly but even with such good media there are limitations and we recommend the following amounts for different stocking scenarios:
(1 US Gallon = 3.8 litres)
(1kg = 2.2 lbs)
Average community tropical aquarium = 1kg per 100 litres
Average coldwater aquarium = 1kg - 1.5kg per 100 litres
Predator aquarium = 1.5kg - 2kg per 100 litres
Large cichlid aquarium = 1.5kg - 2kg per 100 litres
Malawi / Tanganyikan aquarium = 1.5kg - 2kg per 100 litres
Marine aquarium = 1.5kg - 2kg per 100 litres
Average mixed fish pond = 1kg per 200 litres
Average koi pond = 1kg per 150 litres
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ON AMAZON: goo.gl/jMaBWy
INSTAGRAM: / pondguru_outdoors
Some of the links above may be to my affiliate programs on Amazon and Ebay so they will throw a few shekels my way if you make a purchase - it costs you nothing extra and helps towards keeping the lights on in my bunker.
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Aquael Turbo 2000 on Amazon: geni.us/cOthSma
(Yes, the thumbnail picture is an image from The Lighthouse (2019) which is an awesome film for those who have eyes to see ..... and it has nothing to do with aquariums) Willem Dafoe is literally a force of Nature in that film..
The Aquael Turbo 2000 may not hold much media as it comes from the manufacturer but it can be upgraded to hold more if you choose a more compact media than the supplied ceramic rings - as long as you have a high enough tank you can add more media baskets to the filter.
The standard height of the complete filter is around 16" (40cm) which is increased by approx. 4" (10cm) for every media compartment you choose to add.
If you're trying to achieve a full cycle (0,0,0) please avoid anything which will mess with the ammonia, nitrite and nitrate.
Unfortunately there are a couple of conditioners available which starve bacteria and mess up the cycle as a consequence, causing users to buy more products to treat the side effects. That is a pharmaceutical business template. 'Safe and effective'? It seldom is ...
Filter Kits, Foams, Biohome, Biogravel etc: www.filterpro.co.uk
(FilterPro site has links to Biohome suppliers in other countries)
Booster filter for canister filters: geni.us/2bj1
Trojan Horse Treatments video: th-cam.com/video/1YCtMYZQlig/w-d-xo.html
Thousand Yard Stare channel: th-cam.com/channels/1pgJBGQrUfCUAhk63U5u5A.html
VERY IMPORTANT:
*Avoid using water conditioners which claim to bind / remove / detoxify ammonia, nitrite and nitrate as it will have a pronounced starving effect on the bacteria. When bacteria is starved the population will be low as it grows in line with the available 'food'.
A normal conditioner will allow the bacteria to fully populate the whole system and take away the 'need' to add more bacteria after maintenance / water change.
Most people get conned into regularly using bacteria additives and that is simply to mask the side effects from a damaging conditioner and a failing filter.
Tapsafe, Aquasafe, API Stress Coat etc. is all you need when a tank is properly set up, a filter is suitably sized (and properly set up) and Nature is allowed to do what Nature does.*
The Q&A page of the FilterPro site has extensive notes on recommended treatments and how filtration works. www.filterpro.co.uk
Follow me on Odysee: odysee.com/$/invite/@PondGuru:0
Contact me on 07772848730 / sales@filterpro.co.uk
*******(I don't do texts)*******
You can check out my efforts to create a new system to navigate Agenda 2030 / any WEF nonsense on my Thousand Yard Stare channel:
th-cam.com/channels/1pgJBGQrUfCUAhk63U5u5A.html
The following videos will be useful for learning more about filtration and filter media:
Sizing a canister properly and filter set up: goo.gl/om19un
Looking INSIDE different filter media: goo.gl/hZWS6c
Bacteria and filter media: goo.gl/123gAF
How to clean an aquarium: goo.gl/bPMhvh
Aquarium tips / filtration playlist: goo.gl/pXgqVj
A full cycle is completed by bacteria - the aerobic part of biological filtration which processes ammonia to nitrite and nitrite to nitrate followed by an anaerobic part which processes nitrate into soluble nitrogen which bubbles off to the atmosphere.
Therefore it requires a suitable amount of excellent quality filter media to be able to provide the environment for both aerobic AND anaerobic bacteria - that is what Biohome filter media does perfectly but even with such good media there are limitations and we recommend the following amounts for different stocking scenarios:
(1 US Gallon = 3.8 litres)
(1kg = 2.2 lbs)
Average community tropical aquarium = 1kg per 100 litres
Average coldwater aquarium = 1kg - 1.5kg per 100 litres
Predator aquarium = 1.5kg - 2kg per 100 litres
Large cichlid aquarium = 1.5kg - 2kg per 100 litres
Malawi / Tanganyikan aquarium = 1.5kg - 2kg per 100 litres
Marine aquarium = 1.5kg - 2kg per 100 litres
Average mixed fish pond = 1kg per 200 litres
Average koi pond = 1kg per 150 litres
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS ON AMAZON: goo.gl/jMaBWy
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/pondguru_outdoors/
Some of the links above may be to my affiliate programs on Amazon and Ebay so they will throw a few shekels my way if you make a purchase - it costs you nothing extra and helps towards keeping the lights on in my bunker.
You can also buy a dedicated 'tee' and give, for example, a second container with a sponge next to it - in series, then the problem of height is eliminated. You can also buy a dedicated rain shower. A lot of possibilities for simple configuration are given by these filters and quite a large total filrration capacity, not inferior to the medium-sized "cascade" filters.
That is good to know and it enables the end user to set up something which is tailored to their tank so it's something I'm in favor of.
Looks like it would be a great secondary filter for added circulation in a well stock and already filtered cichlid tank
Yes, it's not really going to be one for a lovely aquascaped tank since it looks quite monstrous compared to most other internal filters but for functionality it ticks the boxes.
Why do I love these videos so much, have no interest or need for another filter. But watch every video with avid interest to see how Rich improves every filter he gets. Top videos keep them coming. 👌👌👌
You can tell he’s just a nice and genuine bloke. And he always provides great education.
When I set off on the journey of making this series I wanted to provide an information base for anyone who owns or is interested in buying specific filters and I assumed that would entail anyone watching one or two videos.
It always bemuses me why you'd watch more than 1 or 2 but I'm very grateful that you do since it helps to keep the videos visible in the TH-cam feed.
Best of luck with your tank.
Thanks for that - the goal of this series is education and while it may have consumed thousands of hours of my life it is definitely worth it from my perspective as there is nothing else like this series for filters on TH-cam..
To be fair sometimes I wish I'd never embarked on such a venture but I think it has value as it is exactly what I would look for when searching TH-cam.
Nice to see you again!
Likewise - thanks for watching.
Had the 500 one on my 56L for couple of years until upgraded my tank to the 200L tank with Aquael Canister tank. Loved the Turbo500, it's in the garage, in the clean bag ready to be pulled out in emergency ;)
I did use filter moss on the bottom of the Media container to polish the water too - did a great job :)
I do like Aquael products a lot
Nice one - yes, while this range of filters may not be the best looking in a tank they certainly do a job and the prices are reasonable too.
I managed to pimp my pond filter, by upgrading my retro vortex, by adding a second hand Draco drop in drum filter, no more filter floss for me 👍 great video mate, if I had a tank, that's what I'd have.
Good one - that was sensible upgrade.
Aquael generally have a good robust build . This one is a beastie. Not sure I like the style but if it's what you're looking for. . Function wise then there ya go.
I'm not too enamored by the design but the function of it is in no doubt. A monstrous monster.
Good to see you again Rich. Looks pretty good to me although it's quite a sizeable thing to have in a relatively small tank. Would certainly be good as an extra in a large tank, and also if your canister fails. I hope your ribs are feeling less painful now too buddy .
Yes, while it isn't the best looking filter in the world it is a brute which is function over form and considering that the container(s) don't hold much media the chance of a full cycle is slim.
The ribs are healing quite well and I can sleep much better on a night now so it's all good.
I hope you're keeping well, man. I've been spending most of my free time in the garden and it's looking well. Just waiting for the tomatoes to start turning red since some of them have crazy bunches of tomatoes hanging on them.
@@pondguru great stuff, glad to hear it👍
Hey, just wondering if you had pimped the Eheim pickup filters yet? or is it really as simple as cermaic rings and a bit of filter wool?
thanks in advance for any insight from anyonr lol
I've not done that filter yet but as far as I can see it is a simple foam filter which uses a central perforated pipe which goes through the foam. If that is the case then the filter probably can't be upgraded usefully.
your mega pond filter was it worth it ?
how clean is your pond 5 years ago to present day?
(my other channel) The water is definitely healthier, a bit clearer but it is still colored.
However, recently I've been in contact with a friend who has a trout farm in Yorkshire and he is prepared to take all the carp and sturgeon (the bottom feeders which mess up the clarity of the clay lined pond) and take them to a private lake for safe relocation.
This year the spring water flowing onto the pond has been increased so that's also helped with the health and clarity of the water.
It is all heading in the right direction but until the huge bottom feeders get reduced it is probably not worth making a video on since the camera doesn't pick up how it has cleared very well.
When I swap out all the bottom feeders for trout it will be crystal clear again.
Aquael's unironically good, and parts are pretty much compatible across all products, without any strange shaped, over engineering or bullshit alike, the only gripe I have with them is pump longevity, and I mean LONGEVITY so that the equipment outlives any aquarium or repurposing. I could've bought Ultramax 1500 or 2000 for my 114 L aquarium but I chose Fluval 307 instead, because of how paranoid and demanding I am about reliability nowadays.
That is a good way to look at things and I'm very much of the same mindset.
When I buy anything I expect to be able to rely on it for many years (especially if it is gardening tools which can have a hard life).
Hi Richard looking for some advice regarding the video on pimping my fx6 the sponges don't all line up with one another dose this matter thanks again
(my other channel) It doesn't matter if they don't fit together perfectly as long as they both fit into the outer parts of the filter.
I was wondering if you had any good recommendations for a power strip for a freshwater aquarium I’m from the US
(my other channel) Unfortunately I wouldn't have a recommendation for the UK, never mind the US as it's been many years since I owned a shop and other than filters I'm out of touch with anything electrical for aquariums.
600 gram hmm so going with your own calculations = 60 litres .. but it's way to big for a 60 litre tank ... so I guess the sponge comes into it .. I'm confused ...
That's why toward the end of the video I explain that it is unlikely to achieve a full cycle in a decent sized tank where it won't be too big. In anything under 100 litres this filter in the present form is going to be way too big to be practical.
The flow would also be too much for smaller tanks.
Since you can't upgrade the pump, I would suspect adding another container could also hurt the flow quite a bit.
Adding any more containers will impact the flow a bit but water can flow freely around the Biogravel so any drop in flow wouldn't be noticeable.
It's big and bulky,would do a great job tho on a standard 125l aquarium.👍
Pretty much, yes - that's the tank size range I'd put this filter in although due to the lack of media space (unless you add another container) it would be unlikely to deliver a full cycle for a tank that size.
The problem is that in any smaller tank this filter is going to look gigantic, lol
Is this better than the new shark pro 900
I think I covered the Shark 900 a while back and personally I'd say that one is more practical. The filter in this video really is a huge internal filter though.
Hello from Russia. I have such a filter for 200 liters of aquarium as a mechanical filter in addition to an external filter. I think it is not advisable to use it for biology. Instead, I filled the canister like that. There is a layer of ceramic rings below to break up the flow. There is a medium-porous sponge above it. There is a fine-pored sponge above it. There is a sintepon over it. There is a homemade grid on top for breaking the flow. There are a lot of golden fish and catfish in the aquarium. I clean the filter once a month. The power is adjusted to a minimum. The water is crystal clear.
Nice one - thanks for the report of how you set the filter up and I agree that it will make a very good mechanical filters so it's no surprise that the water is crystal clear. Best of luck with the tank.
Would this be to powerful for a 260 litre? Thank you
Assuming that the tank is a standard rectangle design it will be fine as far as flow goes.
However, the filter does not hold much media (very few internal filters do) so it would still be better for decent sized tanks if you're wanting to achieve a full Natural cycle.
@@pondguru thanks, does the outflow adjust at all?
@@lesleyelder2826 There is s flow valve on the outlet - apologies for not mentioning that but it can be seen between the pump and the venturi air intake.
@@pondguru thank you
We’ve tried reaching out via email but haven't heard back regarding the coffee machine collab.
Could you please check your inbox and get back to Maggie? Thanks!
Sorry, my emails are putting almost everything into spam so I miss many emails - I've lost my (expensive) camcorder and microphone since I fell into my local river but I will be shooting the video on the coffee machine before the end of the week no worries. I resurrected an old video camera to enable me to make videos so hopefully that will work well.
@@pondguru OK, no problem, looking forward to your content. You can mark my email as not spam to facilitate our communication. By the way, can you also reply to me by email?😊
@@pondguru looking forward to your reply
The covers to the media containers are a pain to get off when wet can be very sharp…. Poor design there.
Yes it was a bit of a task to get the covers off but they do fit on very well. Thanks for the report.