Showing posts with label aquarium kits. Show all posts
Showing posts with label aquarium kits. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

TOM Stellar Air Pump W-60 - 60gal to 100gal tank

TOM Stellar Air Pump W-60 - 60gal to 100gal tankthe air pump said its for 60 to 100 gal tank..I tried to use it with my air bubble strip and it doesnt work at all...too poor air not strong enough as described.

Have the air pump outside under a tarp working 24/7 keeping a hole in the ice of my pond open. A great product both in doors & out.

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Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Instant Ocean Omnivore Marine Chips

Instant Ocean Omnivore Marine ChipsDid not know what to expect, dry fish marine reef food. That being said, my fish love it! Increases coloration in fish, does not foul water. Very pleasantly surprised in how well it works. I prefer my fish to get vitamins and minerals that are sometimes lacking in even the best of frozen foods. My fish devour it within 5 minutes, and it helps with their immune system too.

Edit 5/14/13 I believe feeding this food caused my Cyanobacteria outbreak. Stick with frozen, thawed and pored through a fine mesh net and possibly Ocean Nutrition pellets.

Experimentally switched to this food as a sample packet was supplied in a five gallon container of their salt I recently purchased. I am producing less skimmate and my water is maintaining good clarity after a couple of weeks without a water change. They advertise less waste due to the product's digestability which seems to be the case.

I like Instant Ocean. I like cleaner tanks. I recommend this product!

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Tuesday, September 2, 2014

API Super Activated Carbon Pouch Size 6

API Super Activated Carbon Pouch Size 6This Carbon Pouches are Great for the Rena XP filter Series. They last for about 3 months at the first time in the filter. I have a Rena XP 3 Series for my 55 Gallon Fish tank! My Rena Filer has been working Great for more than 4 years now!

Take Care!

~Kristi

Fits my filter very well. I'm going to give it some time to see how well it cleans. I've been using a "sock" filled with carbon. This one feels better and seems to expose more surface area to the water. I had to rinse it very well before the water would run clear. Lots of carbon dust in this. The price might be more than I want to pay compared to my aquarium sock, but, we'll see. This really is super convenient.

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this really cleared up my fish tank which tends to get a brown tinge to it. My only issue (which isn't a big one) is that when you rinse it off the water turns black and this doesn't go away that's just how it is and i feel like that'll be leaking into the tank itself (which isn't to big of a deal since the water goes through it anyway) but it kept my tank clear for about a month maybe a little longer and now it needs a change.... overall a good product.

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Our pet store stopped carrying these products so getting them online was nice. Arrived on time a d was what I wanted.

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I use this filter in mu 15o gallon tank. I don't have any problems with these filters API makes. I have purchases them many times and will do so again.

Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Aquatop IPF-302 Aquarium Internal Filter

Aquatop IPF-302 Aquarium Internal FilterThis thing is small. It is rated as a 40 gallon, in tank filter. There is only enough room for a little bit of media, and the only thing included is a thin strip of black sponge, the more porous kind for housing bio bacteria. But that's it. It will not hold Purigen in the bag, nor does it come with regular floss or carbon. You could add carbon to it in loose form. At least add some small bio-balls, or folded up filter floss. It would not be sufficient as your only method of filtration on a 40 gallon tank. Really, on any tank, as it is. However, it is quiet and produces a good outflow. The little suction cups work well, also. I'm using it in my 75 gallon tank as extra filtration, but mainly to agitate the surface. (I am using the suction cups to hold it on, almost at the bottom of the tank, and have the outflow pointing up) It has a few different attachments so you can point the outflow however you like. There is an attachment to attach it to an air pump also. One thing that is dumb: THERE ARE NO INTRUCTIONS. Luckily it's basic and I've set up and tweaked filters for many years. If you're looking for a cheap filter, spend the extra $5-$10 and get something else (BIGGER) from a bigger named company. Do not use this as your only means of filtration, because it is not large enough to hold the proper material for adequate filtration. You need (1) Aquarium floss or a sponge to collect debris that's floating in the water (2) Something porous to allow beneficial bacteria to grow on (VERY IMPORTANT-Google 'Nitrogen Cycle') (3) Possibly carbon, to purify your water. (You have to change it regularly or it starts to pollute your tank) So it's not big enough to house all that...but it is excellent to move water (avoiding "dead spots") and help oxygenate the tank (by agitating the surface). Also cheaper and quieter than a power-head setup, and just as effective.

Monday, July 7, 2014

Como Pink Flower Green Grass Plastic Decor for Fish Aquarium

Como Pink Flower Green Grass Plastic Decor for Fish AquariumThis item came within te time they said it was and it lOok the same way as it did in the picture on line .. I got a 5$ gift card with the item, I couldn't be happy with this buy.!!!

Finnex FugeRay Aquarium LED Light Plus Moonlights, 48-Inch

Finnex FugeRay Aquarium LED Light Plus Moonlights, 48-InchI have two of these lights (48" fugeray), one for about six months now, and one for about a month or two. Both are working fine so far, on a heavily planted 75 gallon freshwater tank.

I debated a while whether to give it four or five stars, because indeed, there is a single power cord, which means you cannot switch from daylights to moonlights with a timer. You can use a timer to switch the light on and off, but whichever lights are on or off (day or moon) is up to you. However, this is clearly in the description of the item, so I don't think it is fair to remove a star since it is as described, and not a surprise upon receipt. Nonetheless, the single power cord is a pain. If you need a 48" light fixture, chances are you're a pretty serious aquarist, and you want to use a timer, not manually turn daylights and moonlights on and off every single day. Still, as far as I can tell, you can buy two of these lights, one just for the daylights and one just for the moonlights, and still spend less than you would on the competition. In addition, few LED lights use LEDs that are appropriate for plant growth as this one does. The light runs fairly cool, it is bright, slim, and overall I think it is a great purchase at a great price.

If you want to save some money and you are decent with DIY projects, you can easily install a timer on these lights. Much easier than most DIY LEDs out there, because you already have all the components in one package, except the timer. A quick search on eBay for "digital timer relay switch" should find you the right timer (about $10). Make sure it is the 12V version (even though the light power supply provides 15V, I've had no problems using these timers with it; the rectangular looking timers with a yellow tab on eBay). The timer and some wires is all you need (maybe a small enclosure box from Radio Shack to make it look nice). Installed between the light power supply and the actual lighting unit (you do have to open up the light itself to connect three wires or so), the timer will provide you with more than a dozen easily programmable lighting events, including time of day and day of the week. In other words, this timer will provide MUCH more flexibility than any other standard timer out there. The only drawback is that it will only switch directly between daylights and moonlights; but that's fine by me. Installed six months ago, everything still running smoothly, and best of all, by itself! (Also installed on the newer light, working fine now for at least a month.) FYI, I'm not an engineer or an electrician, or anything like that, so it's really not that difficult to do. As for being able to send it back for warranty work, that's up to you, if you're careful... Must I really say: "Do this at your own risk, I am not responsible if you screw things up."? Done.

I don't understand why Finnex didn't install something like that themselves, they could easily do it for less than $20 (I did), and I'm sure they would sell much, MUCH better with a built-in timer.

Enjoy!

Died after exactly 3 months of use.

I like this light (which is why I'm still giving it 3 stars) and am working with the warranty on the fixture, but finding a new box and shipping this back isn't exactly cheap. Not to mention, my plants that were growing so nicely will now take huge steps backward. Just 3 months for an LED light fixture? And I've got the tank covered so this isn't a moisture issue. Pretty disappointed right now.

However, I'll get a chance to experience their warranty service. With good service on that front and a replacement/repair that lasts as it should I'll be back to bump this rating back up to at least 4 stars. No manufacturer I know has a 100% success rate on manufacturing defect and durability. So... we'll see!

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1st... I'm a noob to reef tanks. That said... I started out a few weeks ago with an older setup that had 4x T8 VHO's in it. They blew after 2 weeks of use. Saw that coming though (little earlier than I had hoped). Anyhow... had a Coralife 4x t5 and Halide combo light for a 120g setup that I used while I shopped around. Saw this light and decided to give it a try (my reef is a 55g).

Pros:

-Runs VERY cool (heat free really).

-Good light output for a live plant or fish only setup.

-Gives a good shimmer in the water.

-Sits well on the tank. Not too high... not too low.

Cons:

-NOT bright enough alone for a reef setup.

-Does NOT have a way to seperate the moon lights for timers (on one power source).

-Switches are on each side of the light. BARELY accessable with my cover on top... but it does work.

I pared it with a Coralife T5 setup (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000HHQDKM/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00. $58 here on Amazon) and I'm very happy with the setup. Just under $200 for a NICE reef light setup. Time will tell though if these were good purchases.

While I am a noob... I have been all the way around the block now on lighting options in a short time on this tank so when I say it's not bright enough... I'm comparing it to my other lighting sources that I had/have.

All in all... this is a good light (again... NOT good enough as the ONLY light for a reef tank though IMHO). I think it's a little overpriced maybe... but not WAY off (compared to buying a light setup in a pet store... this IS a FAR better deal from what I've seen).

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Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Blue Ribbon Tahiti Village With Palm 2

Blue Ribbon Tahiti Village With Palm 2I picked this up for my hermit crabs tank. They loved it, climbed all over it, and hid under the hut. It is well made, a good weight, and the palm tree fronds are fabric. It was a great little addition to my tiki themed crabitat, until... I posted a picture of my set up in a hermit crab forum. More experienced crabbers explained to me that it is not good to put any painted decoration in with the crabs. The paint can cause them problems, just like painted shells can. I have other pieces to this set, and I still love it. I have it set aside for now. I am going to add it to another tiki themed aquarium in the future, but with fish instead.

Saturday, May 31, 2014

CaribSea Arag-Alive 20-Pound Special Grade Reef Sand, Bimini Pink

CaribSea Arag-Alive 20-Pound Special Grade Reef Sand, Bimini PinkI got a great deal. I bought 6 bags and saved $54 over a local pet store and I got it shipped to my door for free. I can't wait to add it to my 90 gallon reef tank.

This sand came in perfect condition. Doe I Had problems with the fish tank leaking and had to remove the sand into a 5 gal.

bucket for three weeks until I got a new tank, the live sand survide for the tranfer. It looks great in my new tank and the

fish keep sending me kisses for the larger tank.

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Tuesday, March 11, 2014

JW Pet Company Canvas Butterfly with Door Knob Teaser Catnip Toy

JW Pet Company Canvas Butterfly with Door Knob Teaser Catnip ToyWhat more can you ask for from a pet toy? Your cat can play with it without you being around to "activate" or throw it. My cat jumps and plays with this thing all day, However I cut the white lacy strings off because she got her claw stuck into it. Thankfully I was at home and heard her cry. easy fix is just to cut the white strings off.

I know not all cats enjoy the same toys, but mine have never played with this even once. Not a big hit for my 3 cats. :(

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I put this on the back of a chair in the dining room (I really don't have any easily accessible door handles). My kitten plays with this butterfly for hours!! It has a nice springy metal arm that allows it to bob and bounce nicely and goes right back to it's original position. Very sturdy, considering how rough Griff plays with it!!

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Sunday, March 2, 2014

Mr. Aqua 5.2 Gallon Frameless Glass Aquarium Tank 10 x 10 x 12 Inch

Mr. Aqua 5.2 Gallon Frameless Glass Aquarium Tank 10 x 10 x 12 Inchi wanted a 5 gallon cube tank for my Betta that wouldn't look cheap in my living room and this is just perfect. Simple and elegant, very strong. It was VERY well packed for shipping and arrived undamaged.

Great little Nano tank for the price... the Glass used is 5mm thick just in case. Not a no lead tank but who has $200 for a Nano.

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I love this tank! Has a nice look to it. You can easily do a nice ADA setup with this tank.

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it is just what I expected and arrived in 2 pieces--since I ordered 2 of them--great quality glass and durability

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Very well packaged. Tank looks better in person than it did online. Would definitely recommend. A cover would be great.

Saturday, January 25, 2014

Fish & Aquatic Supplies Onyx Ph Stabilizing Planted Freshwater Aquarium Sand 7 Kilo

Fish & Aquatic Supplies Onyx Ph Stabilizing Planted Freshwater Aquarium Sand 7 KiloGood product consistant size substrait, another good seachem product. Works really well for small rooted plants foreground has really spread well in it.

Sunday, January 19, 2014

Microbe-Lift Dechlorinator + Water Conditioner Removes Chlorine

Microbe-Lift 16-Ounce Dechlorinator + Water Conditioner Removes ChlorineBig fan of Microbe-Lift products. This product works as advertised. Very happy with the results. I use it with regular water changes.

Funciona muy bien para lograr el objetivo que buscaba. Lo recomiendo ampliamente. La mejor relación precio beneficio de las opciones que investigué.

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Fast service,and the product does what it says!!I would do biz with them any day!!This bottle is big,you only need a few drop per gallon.

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Saturday, December 21, 2013

Coralife Pure Flo Filter Pad, 100 Micron

Coralife 05133 Pure Flo Filter Pad, 100 Micron, 12-Inch by 18-InchSame as always except the size has changed. They used to be 18 X 36 ". This size caused me to waste a lot of material. Still has the same quality..

It is what it is. This filter material seems to work well and you can cut it to any size needed. Works well

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Waste of money. My tank water was not too bad to begin with, but I thought I would try this with some carbon for the extra polish, instead of buying more Seachem Purigen 250ml (which makes water crystal clear). What a waste of money! From day one this has done nothing to clear my water, in fact it made it worse. It makes my AquaClear power filter stink after a few days (it was not clogged), and after 3 weeks of no results I threw out the filter pad and am not looking back. I have way too much of this stuff left, sitting in the cabinet under my tank, collecting dust. If you can't afford or don't like Purigen, polyester pillow stuffing (a.k.a. "filter floss") works better than this. Would not recommend.

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I used this for a DYI polishing pad for my Emperor 280. Cut it to size, and a few rubber bands later it was in the second slot and I was in business. It catches a ton of dirt that the primary pad misses and it really does the trick

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These pads work great in the aquarium and cutting to fit your tank filter is a better price.

Make a great gift that is always used.

Thursday, December 5, 2013

Petco Summer Aquarium Gravel, 5 lbs.

Petco Summer Aquarium Gravel, 5 lbs.When I recieved the gravel in the mail I was pleased with the quality of the product. The packaging was adequate for the weight of the products as well.

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Monday, October 28, 2013

Tropical Wafers

Tropical WafersBought these mainly for my catfish, but we have a goldfish community tank as well and they go crazy for these! They pounce on it immediately and nibble away until it's gone. Good food and makes for an active fish tank show.

Monday, October 21, 2013

Perfecto Manufacturing APF33021 12 by 6-Inch 2-Pack Marineland Glass Betta Divider for 2.5-Gallon A

Perfecto Manufacturing APF33021 12 by 6-Inch 2-Pack Marineland Glass Betta Divider for 2.5-Gallon Aquariums
  • Betta divider great for 2.5-gallons aquariums
  • Made of glass material
  • Comes with 2-pieces per pack lets divide tank into 3 sections
  • Measures 12-inch length by 6-inch width

I ordered 5 sets and 2 of them came broke! Need to get a refund or new protuct not sure how to do that

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I purchased this item to divide my Bettas in my 2.5 gallon All Glass Aquarium. It comes with 2 glass dividers which surprised me because I was only expecting one and I also expected it to be acrylic or something cheap but it's glass. This item is great except for the fact that it has no holes for water flow. I plan on taking it to a glass cutter to get holes cut into it before I use it. Other than that it fits perfectly in the slots and is a great item.

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It is really good product. It is cheap, made by glass! I bought it for all 4 tanks.

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With no holes for water to flow in and out, only the side of the tank with the filter in it is being filtered. RIDICULOUS! Not to mention betta's need 5 gals or more live happily and this divider suggests you put two or even THREE in one 2.5 gal tank!?! And that anyone not on the filter side sit in their own waste?! CRUEL! These fish come from rice paddies that, for the majority of the year, can be thousands of gallons! And they are naturally aerated. The myth they like tiny places is absolutely ridiculous.

I've had many of the 2.5 gallon tanks that these dividers fit into for years, and have never been able to locate the dividers. After finding these here I ordered four sets for all my tanks. They fit perfectly and even sit slightly higher than the plastic interior rim of the tank, which means the glass lid sits on top with a slight gap between it and the rim. This works well to give a bit of room for a heater cable to run through.

Although water won't flow between sections of the tank, this isn't an issue with Bettas, and you could still choose to have air stones in each section if you wished.

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Bio Safe Systems ABSHG11050 Green Clean Granular Pond Conditioners for Aquarium, 50-Pound

Bio Safe Systems ABSHG11050 Green Clean Granular Pond Conditioners for Aquarium, 50-PoundI can use this without hurting the fish in my swimming pond. It works particularly well in warmer water like we have here. I was cautioned by a Maricopa County employee who recommended the product to use about 1/10 of what the label recommended to apply. Glad I listened because 15 cups was enough to stop a huge hair algae bloom in my 28,000 gallon pond.

After winter, our backyard pond was 90% covered with algae. We have used ths product in the past with good results. We ordered it again and it did not disappoint. Within 7 days our pond was crystal clear. If you are having problems with algae this product is a must have.. It was shipped in a timely manner and we are now eager to enjoy our pond..

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The Green Clean Granular Algaecide arrived on time. It clears out the algae when used as directed on the package label.

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Having tried other algaecide I decided on this one, GreenClean. Followed directions for the amount to use for my small pond and after finding foam on top the water a little later and then disapating within a few days there was no noticeable difference in the green pond. No dead algae to scoop out of the pond, but as an added plus it did kill the goldfish, so I give it rave reviews for being a fish killer but zero review for algae killer.

Of course there is no money back guarantee, so I'm stuck, again with a product that I will just put in the weekly trash pickup.

Save your money, please, unless of course you like throwing money away. If you do then buy this product to kill your fish, if you have any to kill.

But to get rid of algae look somewhere else.

I did not want to give it 1 star but I can't go lower than 1.

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Friday, September 6, 2013

JW Pet Company Aquarium Glass Scrubbing Pad

JW Pet Company Aquarium Glass Scrubbing PadI used it for first and last time. It cleaned my glass aquarium but it left a lof of blue "crumbs" on the bottom. Fortunately it was easy to vacuum it.

Monday, July 29, 2013

Fluval C3 Bio-Screen - 3-Pack

Fluval C3 Bio-Screen - 3-PackI got the Fluval C-3 cause I liked the looks and ease of Cleaning /Changing the different Filtration pieces .

I use a Soft Head toothbrush and Aquarium water to clean the Bio-screen pad on both sides when it gets "clogged" with the raw aquarium water coming from the diverter nozzle that the Fluval C series HOB has for the Five levels of filtration .

Yes the cost is kind of high but it is a "special" woven poly pad made for this filter only and Fluval says that you should Replace the Bio-Screen about every Two to Three Months for best results .

If you bought the Fluval system you need to buy their components to make it work. You get 3 of the pads that sit on top closest to the tank side of the filter. When you look at what you get you think, "I spent that much for this?"

I typically rinse and reuse them at least once before I toss them. I know it contradicts the instructions but the Fluval police department hasn't shown up yet.

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Pros You need it for the Fluval C3.

Cons Pricey.

Thoughts Gave it 4 stars for the price for what it is. NOT because it doesn't work (actually worx great). FYI, you can rinse them out (use the water from yur next water change. NeverEVERtap water) and re use it. Which I recommend doing to save $$$$.

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a good product, very well like the other product from fluval to it helps me keep my aquarium and my fish in good condition, i like so much this product A+

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The Fluval C3 filtration system has worked out very nicely for my 28 gallon bow front aquarium. I do not cut corners and always use all forms of filtration materials. My fish are doing well and my water is crystal clear.

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