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Theresa_M Moderator Queen of Zoom Posts: 3649 Kudos: 4280 Votes: 790 Registered: 04-Jan-2004	Is there anything else I can use besides nylon (pantyhose) to cover filter intakes in tanks where I have fry? ~~~~~~~~~~~~ There is water at the bottom of the ocean
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
dextroze Hobbyist Posts: 69 Kudos: 86 Votes: 21 Registered: 07-Sep-2004	I've never tried it myself, having always used air-driven sponges when I had fry... BUT... I have heard (probably in old posts here actually) that you can use a sponge over the intake stem (I think some people even do this as a pre-filter for day-to-day use). I'm presuming something like the standard Hagen Elite sponge thingum would work: http://www.franksaquarium.com/sponge_filters.htm Otherwise a sponge that is designed to be used with a powerhead may do the trick. Dex
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
keithgh Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 6371 Kudos: 6918 Votes: 1542 Registered: 26-Apr-2003	Theresa_M Eheim actually have a small sponge that goes around the base of the intake. A stocking would not restrict the intake flow like some sponges which could block easly. Keith Near enough is not good enough, therefore good enough is not near enough, and only your best will do. I VOTE DO YOU if not WHY NOT? VOTE NOW VOTE NOW
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Babelfish Administrator Small Fry with Ketchup Posts: 6833 Kudos: 8324 Votes: 1570 Registered: 17-Apr-2003	I use one of the white fishnets, fabric rather than net....only because that's what was on hand, however it significantly reduces water flow. I needed something finer than nylons because of I have sand in the tank that keeps getting into the filter. ^_^ *Proud member of the Committee for Sig Line Restoration*
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
Bowdowntome Hobbyist Posts: 89 Kudos: 86 Votes: 0 Registered: 13-Dec-2003	They make sponges for this and they can be found at most LFS. Do not use a kitchen sponge as a lot of them are treated with arsnic to keep it from molding and that would prob. not be good.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
Jubs Enthusiast Posts: 150 Kudos: 131 Registered: 06-Dec-2003	I personally use aqua clear mini or they are called the 20 now ( model name change ) I cut them in half then cut a hole in the center and them slide it over the intake. I use this too keep my intake from clogging due to my floating plants I have, but in the past have done for the purpose of keeping small fish out of the filter as well. edit: I forgot to mention that its a good source of food for the fry as well as they will usually nibble at the sponge and pick out food through out the day. Last edited by JdubsVW at 14-Oct-2004 18:29
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
Wompa Fingerling Posts: 48 Kudos: 43 Votes: 0 Registered: 04-Sep-2004	Ive been using a Bath Sponge (new ofcourse) .. i just cut it in rough shape of filter intake.. washed it really well.. ( i was more consered about it getting bug spray from the store more than arsnic, first i heard of that but good to know) .. this worked alot better than nylons becuase it has more surface area so it wouldnt clog up as fast. Id go with a sponge.. if u can get one thats used in a filter all the better. but they worked best for me.. GOod luck.. Fun stuff 8-) -CJ
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
~ Sin ~ Mega Fish Posts: 1252 Votes: 28 Registered: 24-Mar-2003	Tule (like the stuff they make balerina's skirts out of) works great IME. just cut out a circle of the stuff & use a rubber bad to hold it in place Sin
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38
kwikspell Hobbyist Posts: 77 Kudos: 13 Votes: 1 Registered: 07-Mar-2003	This is what I did, if you have an aquaclear sponge or only have one, get a sharp knife, cut a square from the middle of the sponge,cut it enough to cover the intake, now after you cut the square, cut a line in the middle of your square then just slip inn into your intake, there thats it, it shouldn't fall off.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:38


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