Filter Facts

Ben · Post by **Ben** » 16 Oct 2003, 11:06

Hey folks,

I am thinking strongly of purchasing a EHEIM 2217 canister filter. I have never actually used an external canister filter before, so have obviously have no experience with them I have read this is a good beast for be, but wanted to see if anyone has feedback, eitehr positive or negative on this or similar filter.

It is for my 90 gallon catfish tank. Currently it is not too heavily stocked as it contains the residents of what were in my 25 gallon and 10 gallon tanks combine (with a few new additions)

Current filtration is 4 of the largest powerheads (can't remember model number) with the clip on submergable filters. They have been doing a great job, but I find they clog up in a few days with sawdust from my plecos.

I was thinking of keeping them, but removing the filters and just using them for current and airation and adding in the EHEIM 2217.

Any feedback or suggestions would be great.

Ben

Post by **Silurus** » 16 Oct 2003, 11:25

I've used the very similar Eheim 2215 in the past before, and I've mostly good things to say about it. My only pet peeve is that it takes too long (for me) for the pump to be primed (i.e. for enough water pressure within it to build up for the water to flow).
Other than this minor point, it's a great filter. Definitely preferable to your current setup.

aeroflight · Post by **aeroflight** » 16 Oct 2003, 18:21

I'd recommend that you take a look at the Eheim 2028. I've got two 2128's (same thing with an integrated heater) on my 135g. They're great filters and are very easy to prime.

Ben · Post by **Ben** » 20 Oct 2003, 03:18

Thanks for the feedback guys, much appreciated. I'll filter shopping in the morning when I get off work. I'll let you know how I get along

JohnnyOscar · Post by **JohnnyOscar** » 20 Oct 2003, 08:53

I'm using an EHEIM 2217 on my 6' x 2' x 2' tank. It does an excellent job and I'm very happy with it.

Priming it is not a problem--it comes with a set of double taps on both inlet and outlet tubes, so that the filter cannister can easily be removed for cleaning. Simply connect it up again after cleaning, open the taps and it will prime itself in a minute or so.

The replacement pads can be hideously expensive--about $10 for a set of three carbon filters (which will need replacing every month or so) and $10 for three fine filters (although you can easily make your own out of filter wool).