carbon

[Reefer769]

i run carbon in a sock connected to the end of the overflow thats sitting in my sump. It can get pretty difficult to replace this stuff every 2-4 weeks. So i was thinking can i just totaly remove the sock, and add a HOB carbon filter in the sump? This would makes things MUCH easier, im just not sure if its a good idea.

[Poseidon]

Sure, just make sure that is the only thing in the filter...

I use the HAgen Aqua Clear 300 bags, they fit perfect in my overflow....

[orion25]

If you are going to use a HOB filter with only Carbon in it you are still going to be diligent in the carbon replacement. If you slack you can introduce nitrates with ease. I had a HOB on my tank and removed it for 3 bags of carbon in the sump. I change one of these bags every month.

[Reefer769]

would i just be able to put a bag of carbon right in the overflow?

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[Reefland]

Don't see any reason not too. Especially if this would allow you to change your carbin out more frequently.

[Reefer769]

yea it definetly would, becuase i just spent 30 mins scooping out carbon from the bottom of my sump, becuase it somehow got out of the sock. I never liked the idea of having a sock on the end of the overflow in the sump becuase it was so hard to replace. From now on im just gunna fill a sock up half way with carbon, and place it directly into the overflow box. I also had one question. Will it be ok if there is still a few peices of carbon(old) down in the sump? becuase i just couldnt get to all of it.

[Reefer769]

any help on this one?

[Poseidon]

Ya.. it will be fine

[Elmo18]

Would be fine. I would rinse out the bag too time to time, as particles may get clogged in it.

But it does make it easier for ya to change it

- Elmo