Diatom Filters

Ronin · February 18, 2006, 09:11:51 PM

Wondering on peoples opinions on Diatom filters. Back in the late 70's and early 80's my folks owned the Red Robin Pet Shop in Railway st Southport and we used one extensivly in the shop and had one for home as well.We would move it from tank to tank and I must say they leave the water crystal clear, usually and hr on a 4ft tank left it sparkling.Now getting back into fish after a 15yr break I am wondering if they are still highly reguarded or are they a relic from the past? I noticed they are expensive here but quite resonable in the US (almost 1/4 the price of here).
Any thoughts?

DeagonTheo · February 19, 2006, 05:05:21 PM

More of a relic from the past really, thought they really do a fantastic job of making a tank crystal clear. I doubt there is anything else on the market that would do as good a job of cleaning a tank.
If you really want one, I've got one in working condition and one for spare parts, you can have the two for $40.
Theo

Ronin · February 19, 2006, 07:29:01 PM

done deal :) PM me with your details. I'm in Brisbane every 2nd weekend so I can pick it up no prob

DeagonTheo · February 19, 2006, 07:39:03 PM

No worries I'll PM my details.
Theo

dammwoman · February 21, 2006, 11:36:13 PM

Theo if he doesn't end up taking it I'll have it.
By the way bird doing great.
Cheers Linda

DeagonTheo · February 22, 2006, 12:57:54 PM

Okay Linda will let you know, if it doesnt go through. Good to hear the bird is okay.
Theo

GTR73 · February 22, 2006, 04:46:52 PM

Are these things similar to Fluid Bed Filters? Do Fluid Beds do just as good a job? :?:

Anakist · February 22, 2006, 07:01:44 PM

From what I usderstand:

Fluidised bed is for massive amounts of biofiltration in a small area.

Diatomaceous Earth is to get rid of all the *TINY* particles in the water.

James

DeagonTheo · February 22, 2006, 07:33:29 PM

As James said, two entirely different principles.

Fluid bed is biological only, best for marine tanks.

Diatom is mechanical only, much the same as a pool filter, its amazing to see how sparkling these filters make the water in a short period of time.

Theo

Ronin · February 22, 2006, 07:52:08 PM

sorry damwoman but this ones definatly gone, if I cant make it up this weekend my girlfriend will definatly be up to get it for me :D (considering it will get used on her axalotyl tank as well my tank its the least she can do)

dammwoman · February 23, 2006, 11:25:56 PM

No problem Ronin. You won't be sorry, they are a great filter.
Cheers Linda

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Diatom Filters