Aquarium Advice: Aquarium Filtration

Are ultra violet sterilisers beneficial?
The answer is yes they can be enormously beneficial. These units are predominantly used for marine set ups but in fact they can be used for any kind of aquarium set up.
Basically they reduce pathogens and single celled algae preventing disease and green water.
They should be installed in conjunction with external filtration (post filtration inline on the return side) or with a separate supply pump installed in the aquarium or sump filtration system.
Do I need a filter for my aquarium?
For any kind of set up filtration is vital, there are many to choose from but a mistake during the purchase of this piece of equipment can be costly. Ensure the filter is capable of filtering the volume of your tank always try to opt for the next size up where possible to ensure optimal water quality.

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