45 gallon tank filters help

Axe · Sep 19, 2016

Hey
I recently bought a 45 gallon tank for 2 axies and was wondering what the best filter for it was.
It needs to be quiet as it will be in my bedroom but also under £40 as I spent quite a lot on the tank.
Thanks for any suggestions.

thetruesithlord · Sep 21, 2016

Hi i have a 40L Tank but i only have 1 axolotl and i use a marina i25 that you can buy from pets at home for 12quid
It hangs off the top of the tank internally and is easy to clean just pop open the top and replace the cartridge.
Its good as i keep the water level bellow the outlet which helps it creates very little water flow and at the right height helps add oxygen to the water
Sound wise its not too bad I too keep the tank in a bedroom and i can't complain

The only draw back is that it 'just about' keeps the tank clean but there is an marina i7 that might help

Axe · Sep 22, 2016

I had a look at the filter and was thinking it might be a bit small for 2 axies in a 40 gallon. Are there any cheap canister or HOB filters that work.
Thanks

lotty · Sep 22, 2016

There are cheap HOB ones on ebay that are good. If you have the water up to the outlet part, it is very quiet. If the water drops, you hear the water falling into the tank. I used to have one and really liked it. I think they are around £25 - £30.

lotty · Sep 22, 2016

Cheaper than I thought. Here is what I had.
External Aquarium Fish Tank Hang On Filter 600 L/H New All Pond Solutions 600-HO | eBay

thetruesithlord · Sep 22, 2016

I've been looking at filters myself as I'm about to upgrade to a 190l tank. I have seen quite a few hob with spray bars that can handle that tank size. I'm not sure about sound though. Only problem I can see is the water intake may be too strong and could cause injury if the axis get too close

lotty · Sep 22, 2016

thetruesithlord said:
I've been looking at filters myself as I'm about to upgrade to a 190l tank. I have seen quite a few hob with spray bars that can handle that tank size. I'm not sure about sound though. Only problem I can see is the water intake may be too strong and could cause injury if the axis get too close

You could put a sponge over the intake. It should stop the harshness of the suction.

Axe · Sep 22, 2016

Thanks everyone
But are cheap canister filters like the jebao 503 quieter
than hob filters
Thanks

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