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Old 04-27-2006, 11:16 AM   #1 (permalink)
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The other option is to get a small pump that can run externally and simply put it inline.
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Old 05-04-2006, 09:19 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Wow i like it.

Couple questions. Do you think this would work well on a 10 gallon? How many gph are you using with it?

Oh and im not very good with recognizing those parts... Can you give a parts list? please

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Old 05-06-2006, 11:37 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Wow, that's awesome! I've been looking for a small canister filter for my 10G tank but couldn't find one and stumbled on this looking to see if I could make my own. There really is a lack of small canister filters on the market. My Hagen HOB filter also seems to get rid of all the CO2 I put in the tank and produces way too much current for shrimp. What size powerhead do you use?

I was thinking of using something similar to the homemade CO2 reactors made out of a Python nozzle but filled with filter media, but this looks like it could be easier with the right tools.

Could you post a parts list and maybe just a short list of steps to build this?
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Old 05-14-2006, 10:53 AM   #4 (permalink)
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commenting on the reliability of small powerheads...
I think it would be better than that of a powerhead in your tank. If the powerhead is at the top of the canister, all water would be going through your filter floss and would not clog as easily - extending the life of the powerhead.
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That is a great idea! Can't wait to get one together for one of my 10's.
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Old 05-16-2006, 12:03 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Check out these handmade canisters - I suppose not many of you can read Russian and Spanish, but the pictures are self explanatory:

http://lis.aqa.ru/bigcan/bigcan.html

http://www.drpez.net/panel/showthread.php?t=127510
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on the first one... is that a Maxi-jet 150 powerhead he is using externally? I'm looking for a small external pump (smaller than a Quiet-one or equivalent...)...

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It is said the pump is Maxy Jet 750
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heck yess dude!!!!
imma sooo try to do this...im going to set up my 10G hopefully all goes good!
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Old 06-18-2006, 06:39 AM   #10 (permalink)
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The biggest drawback on this DIY was that I already had all the tools...
You are just too funny.

I love this idea, think I'll try it myself.

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