need reconmendation on Eheim canister filter

[mwang]

hi, need some advise on Eheim canister filter, wish to change my current canister filter to a better one, pls advise which is the best model to get for 2ft marine tank?

some were saying 2229 is good, others were mentioned 2028 ??? or is there any other better model? and why is that model good?

thank you in advance

[Gouldian]

Actually you can go to eheim website, they have a program to help you chose the perfect canister.

I previously use 2213, the most basic and reliable model for my 2ft. It is not necessary the most expensive model is the best, just the most suitable one will do.

[mwang]

hi, Gouldian, do you need to "manual suck water" from the hose during initial stage? as i am using "Astro" brand, wah sometime i have to "suck" the water in order for the water to flow in....it's real tiring and....

[Gouldian]

Initially when I am new to the hobby. Yuck!!!

Anyway, the trick is to fill the entire hose with water and reduce the air pockets. With this the pump will be able to start.

Another way is to get quick release double taps (Eheim has it), so that when you disconnect for servicing, the water in the hose will not flow out and thus after you have clean up the canister all you need is plug and play.

[Melvyn Tan]

Eheim 2213 will be good enough