Welcome to FK. Please register to join  
 
Login
Username:

Password:


Lost Password?

Register now!
Main Menu
Adverfishments
Fluval U2
Posted on: 7/2/2012 0:29
Joined:
28/8/2009 17:53
From: Surrey
Group:
Registered Users
Basic Membership
Posts: 35
I have a Fluval U2 fitted to a 60(ish)L tank that's currently cycling. I think that the flow is too strong. I know it's probably a little over rated, but the filter that came with it is hopeless, and find the Fluval U series to be in high regard.
I've turned it down using the built in adjuster but it still creates a small whirlpool! Would I be able to fit a spray bar to it?

_________________
Ram Fan!

Re: Fluval U2
Posted on: 7/2/2012 9:31
Joined:
30/8/2004 12:51
From: -
Group:
Registered Users
Moderators
Advisers
FK Supporter
Deep End
Posts: 9605
I made a DIY spray bar once out of a bit of syphon tube. As long as it doesn't slow the flow too much then it should be OK. Which way is the outlet pointing? Just changing the direction a bit might help.


Re: Fluval U2
Posted on: 7/2/2012 14:27
Joined:
28/8/2009 17:53
From: Surrey
Group:
Registered Users
Basic Membership
Posts: 35
With the syphon tube did you just prick holes into it and DIY attach it on?
At the moment it's on the right hand side of the tank face the left hand side, so along the full length of the tank.

_________________
Ram Fan!

Re: Fluval U2
Posted on: 7/2/2012 14:52
Joined:
6/7/2010 19:26
From: Worcestershire
Group:
Registered Users
Image Admin
Caresheets
Moderators
Advisers
FK Supporter
Posts: 9662
Try turning the outlet slightly to the right so it points more towards the back wall of the tank. That should break the flow slightly and calm things down.

_________________





Forum Jump:Search in Tropical - Help and Advice

[Advanced Search]


Who's Online
11 user(s) are online (7 user(s) are browsing Forums)

Members: 0
Guests: 11

more...
Adverts
LFS Shops
GreenAcres Water Garden Centre
All pond, tropical and marine products. Dyed Fish Campaign Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association
see listing...
Wavertree Nook Aquarium Centre
Wavertree Nook Aquarium Centre Suppliers Of Marine/Tropical/Cold Water Fish And Accessories
Variety of offers, check website for deals
see listing...
Big Fish Campaign
Big Fish Campaign
Volume Calculator
Tank Capacity Length

Width

Height

CMs Inches

Litres

UK Gallons
Unit Converter
Volume Litres

UK Gallons

US Gallons
Temperature Celsius

Fahrenheit
Length Centimetres

Inches

Feet

Metres
Top Posters

Goldy
16561

cathie
10915

Fishlady
9662
Fishy-Fishy 9605

suey2
9492

EagleC
8176

violet
6497

Coralline
5381

TetraLinz
4655

Goldnugget
4183
0.346 Seconds | 1 Queries