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Filter Equipment
Diving into the world of aquatics isn't just about selecting the right fish; it's equally crucial to curate an environment in which they can flourish. Central to this ecosystem is the aquarium’s filter and associated equipment. These tools work in tandem to maintain water quality, ensuring your aquatic pets have a clean, safe, and hospitable environment. Let's delve into the significance of these components and understand their role in nurturing a vibrant aquatic haven.
Aquarium Filter vs Air Pump – What’s the Difference?
In an aquarium, the water is managed by two essential components: filters and air pumps, each serving a distinct purpose. Tank filters are responsible for cleansing the water, diligently removing debris, harmful substances, and facilitating the growth of nitrifying bacteria. This comprehensive filtration process ensures a safe and clean environment for the aquarium's inhabitants, promoting the well-being of fish and other aquatic invertebrates.
On the other hand, air pumps, in conjunction with air stones or diffusers, focus on aeration, a vital aspect of aquatic life. These pumps introduce tiny bubbles into the tank water, creating surface agitation. This turbulence allows for the exchange of gases, enabling the crucial absorption of oxygen by fish while permitting the escape of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. It's important to note that air pumps do not perform water cleaning duties akin to filters.
To maintain a thriving and balanced aquarium, it is advisable to utilise both filters and air pumps. This combination ensures not only pristine water quality but also the necessary oxygen levels essential for the health and respiration of your tank’s inhabitants.
Aquarium Filter Types
Aquarium filters come in three main kinds: biological, chemical, and mechanical.
Mechanical Filters
They work by catching and holding dirt and tiny particles, stopping them from moving around the tank. Examples include sponges and foam pads.
Biological Filters
These use nitrifying bacteria (Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacters) to change harmful substances like ammonia and nitrites into safer forms. They help keep the tank environment stable and safe for fish.
Chemical Filters
These use materials like activated carbon to clean the water by removing unwanted smells, chemicals, and other impurities.
Each filter type is important for a healthy aquarium. Picking the right combination based on your tank's size and needs ensures clean and clear water for your fish.
Internal vs External Aquarium Filters - Pros & Cons
Internal and external tank filters are key components for maintaining aquarium water cleanliness. Internal filters, positioned within the tank, offer versatility and are available for various aquarium sizes. They may be visible but provide effective filtration. In contrast, external filters are commonly chosen for medium to large aquariums, often placed beneath the tank to maintain the aquarium's aesthetic appeal. It's important to consider the specific requirements of your aquarium when selecting between internal and external filters, as both options have their unique advantages and considerations:
Internal Filters
- Advantages: Ideal for smaller aquariums, more affordable, simple installation, occupies little space, provides a gentle flow of water, fits basic set-ups well.
- Disadvantages: Restricted filtration capacity, may need regular upkeep, less suitable for larger or densely populated fish tanks.
External Filters
- Advantages: Greater filtration capacity, top-notch cleaning ability, appropriate for medium to large aquariums or intricate set-ups, improved water circulation, enhanced water clarity, less routine maintenance needed.
- Disadvantages: Pricier, slightly more complex installation, occupies space outside the tank, robust water flow might unsettle shy fish, external parts need consistent cleaning.
Choosing the Right Aquarium Filters and Types of Filtration
Maintaining aquarium cleanliness can be challenging due to the confined space compared to the open waters of the biotopes that these fish live in. In natural biotopes, the water is self-purified, but in an aquarium, specific equipment such as filters becomes necessary. As previously mentioned, there are three primary filtration methods: mechanical, chemical, and biological. Ideally, a filter that performs all three functions is preferable to ensure the well-being of your aquarium inhabitants.
Additionally, aesthetics play a significant role in filter selection. If your aquarium is a prominent feature in your room's décor, you may prefer a filter that hangs on the back of the tank to preserve the unobstructed view. Conversely, for breeding tanks, a simple internal sponge filter is suitable, as its gentle intake is well-suited for nurturing fish fry.
Another important consideration is the filter's water processing capacity per hour. For example, if you have a 76-litre aquarium, you should aim for a filter capable of processing between 300 to 450 litres per hour. This ensures that the water in your tank undergoes multiple cleaning cycles throughout the day.
Aquarium Filter for Large Fish Tank
For larger aquariums, it's essential to have a highly efficient filtration system. A larger tank often means more water, more fish, and more waste. So, you might need a more powerful filter to handle it all. Sometimes, using two filters can be beneficial for optimum cleaning and circulation. This ensures that all parts of the tank get the filtration they need, keeping your fish happy and the water clear. The externally placed canister filter is a popular choice for larger fish tanks, as it is known for its excellent filtration capacity and versatility. Canister filters are designed to handle the increased demands of larger aquariums, providing robust mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration. Their spacious media chambers can accommodate a variety of filter media, allowing for thorough water purification and customisation based on your specific tank needs. By using two canister filters strategically placed in your larger fish tank, you can achieve optimal water quality, circulation, and clarity, ensuring the well-being of your fish and the overall health of your aquatic ecosystem.
Do You Need Both an Aquarium Filter and a Pump for a Fish Tank?
As previously discussed, filters and pumps serve essential yet distinct roles in an aquarium. While not every aquarium necessarily requires an air pump, a filter is indispensable for maintaining water quality. Filters are responsible for removing waste, debris, and harmful substances, ensuring a healthy environment for fish and other aquatic inhabitants in your tank.
In contrast, an aquarium air pump enhances surface water circulation, promoting oxygen exchange and supporting fish health while preventing water stagnation. While certain circumstances may allow for an aquarium without an air pump, as long as adequate circulation is maintained, a filter remains consistently essential for preserving water purity and clarity.
However, having both a pump and a filter typically provides a comprehensive approach to maintaining the overall health and well-being of your aquarium.
At East Ocean Aquatic, we pride ourselves on offering a top-notch selection of fish tank filters and air pumps to suit every aquarist's needs in Singapore. Whether you're setting up a new tank or enhancing an existing one, our products offer efficiency and reliability. Plus, our knowledgeable team is always on hand to provide guidance, ensuring you select the best equipment for your specific setup.
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UP Aqua
UP AQUA G-059 Slim Filter
from $19.00| /.Slim design.Quiet operation.Triple Filter Cartridge.Easy Maintain Features: The best efficiently in filtration to keep crystal-clear water Combi...
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Orca Labs
ORCA LABS Nitra-Guard BIO-Cubes Titanium (250ml - 5L) long term reduce nitrate
from $22.00| /Nitra-Guard Bio-Cubes Titanium Completely resistant to Redfield's Ratio Helps control unsightly algae Reduces 50ppm Nitrate to 0ppm within 1 to 2 ...
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Shiruba
SHIRUBA XB308 External Canister Filter (Up to 2ft)
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Continuum
CONTINUUM Power Cleanse Heavy Metal (absorb heavy metals)
$29.00| /Supreme quality, high activity filtration resin Adsorbs of copper and other toxic metals in marine, brackish and freshwater systems include plante...
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UP Aqua
CRAB AQUA CA-F006 Surface Skimmer
$12.00| /Features: Efficient surface skimmer, auto fit height according to the water level. Surface skimmer, it is beneficial to the photosynthesis of aqua...
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Juwel
JUWEL Nitrax - Nitrate Remover (M/L/XL)
from $8.60| /JUWEL Nitrax reduces nitrate levels in your aquarium, leading to a considerable reduction in algae growth. Nitrax is a biological filter on the con...
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Aquaforest
Aquaforest Life Bio Media 1000ml (w/ Beneficial Bacteria)
$21.50| /FILTER MEDIA WITH BENEFICIAL BACTERIA PRE-ADDED. FASTER WATER CYCLING Life Bio Media is a natural, designed for freshwater aquariums biological fi...
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NT LABS
NT LABS Aquarium Ammonia Remover 240g
$14.60| /“Comprehensive and easy to use, I often like to have a couple of bottles of Anti-Internal Bacteria treatment or Disease Solve to hand. Nice to know...
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FLUVAL
FLUVAL C Series Power Filter
from $62.00| /Engineered to create superior water quality, the Fluval C Series Power Filter provides extensive 5-stage filtration–two mechanical, one chemical an...
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Seachem
Seachem Matrix
from $11.30| /Matrix™ is a high porosity biomedia that provides efficient biofiltration for the removal of nitrogenous waste. Matrix™ is a porous inorganic solid...
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DOOA
DOOA Stream Pipe ARC P-2 (φ13)
$100.00| /STREAM PIPE ARC Glass-made outflow pipe for external canister filter, Super Jet Filter. It provides a slightly downward water stream. Article C...
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Oase
OASE Filter foam Set BioCompact
$14.50| /For aquarium water that is always clear and healthy 100% compatible with animals, plants and microorganisms
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ANS
ANS Sock Holder (L) + Free Micron Sock
$27.00| /ANS Sock Holder (L)Up to 15mm Glass ThicknessSuitable for ANS Micron Sock LCome with 1 x ANS free Micron Sock LDimension : 8" x 9"
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SUNSUN
SUNSUN JQP Internal Filter (500 - 2500 L/Hr)
from $13.50| /East Ocean Aquatic is the official distributor for SunSun.Get your SunSun products from us for an assurance and peace of mind! Multi purpose water ...
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ANS Micro Filter bag (S/M/L/XL)
from $3.70| /Design for both saltwater and freshwater use.Zipper is made of plastic instead of metal, thus it will not corroe during usage.Micro filter bag is e...
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ANS
ANS Filter Bags (S/M/L/XL)
from $3.20| /ANS Filter Bag - S (10x12cm)ANS Filter bag - M (14x21cm)ANS Filter bag - L (20x27cm)ANS Filter bag - XL (26x40cm)
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ANS Micron Sock (Nylon) - u200 (S/M/L)
from $5.00| /Effectively trap fine dirts and organic waste. Washable Constant use will bring down nitrogenous waste such as ammonia and nitrateANS Micron Sock (...
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ADA
ADA New Lily Pipe Inflow V-3 13Ø
$195.00| /This simple straight design glass pipe has suction slits. For use with a frame-less aquarium tank. Due to its slit form, it has advantage of not to...
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Aquaforest
AquaForest Carbon Fresh 1000ml (Improves Water Clarity)
$13.00| /ESSENTIAL FOR HEALTHY AND BALANCED GROWTH OF TROPICAL PLANTS PRODUCT INFO: Steam-activated high quality carbon granulate. Due to the latest technol...
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ANS
ANS Micron sock (PP) L (200um) 7x16"
$12.00| /ANS Micron sock (PP) L (200um) 7x16" 200 micron 7" diameter x 16" height can fit into ANS Sock Holder (L)