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I'm in the process of setting up my 20g long tank. I plan on using sponge filters. What size should I get? Should I go for undersized, oversized, or appropriate? Also, how many filters would I need for a 20g long?
 
I would oversize. The important thing for sponge filters is biological filtration. Oversize the filter but run it without to much turbulence.
 
Thanks for your reply. Are there any particular brands that are best?
 
I get a lot of my sponge filters through Foster and Smith. I like the azoo line. I like sponge filters that stick to the side of the tank or have a small stand. I do not like ones where the sponge sits directly on the bottom of the tank.
 
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