beckers4oranges

ok i will continue to do water changes in my tank...but on to talking about setting up my 50 gallon that i am setting up this weekend... if i use 2 undergravel filters with powerheads on each of the tank both half the power needed and have only one power filter (the Penn Plax Cascade Power Filter 200) would that be sufficient enough?

More about the penn plax
Penn Plax Cascade Power Filter 200
185 GPH - 200
SKU: 918636
Keep your aquarium's water pure, clean, and safe for your fish with a Penn-Plax Cascade Power Filter.
Revolutionary Bio-Falls Quad Filtration System

1: Mechanical
Polyfiber Floss Cartridge traps floating particulate matter.
2: Chemical
Activated Carbon Cartridge removes harmful chemicals, toxins, odors, discoloration, and other contaminants.
3: Biological
Internal Sponge optimizes colonization of beneficial aerobic bacteria. Removes ammonia and nitrites keeping the aquarium healthy.
4: Biological
External Bio-Falls Wet/Dry Biological Booster for additional ammonia and nitrite removal. Enhances oxygen exchange for maximum water oxygenation.
Designed for Dependable, Long-Lasting Use

Quiet, efficient, and maintenance-free motor.
Adjustable flow control.
Extendable lift tube for maximum depth of tank.
Leveling Device keeps filter positioned and stable on most aquariums.
Easy, disposable replacement cartridge. Free cartridge included.
Permanent Bio-Sponge stays in place while changing first stage filter cartridge.
Bio-Falls Wet/Dry biological booster for additional ammonia and nitrite removal.

beckers4oranges

i bought a biowheel today i heard their the best...is that true?

beckers4oranges

well today marks the ending of a bad kept tank...lol...all my fish are gone and i tried everything i could....guess i will just let the tank cycle for awhile....the frog is still alive tho...thankfully...

beckers4oranges

i set up my 50 gallon lastnight and it is awesome...its huge!!! and i love it...i cant wait to put fish in there and let the tank get started...any advice on how to speed up the nitrogen process...the web site has many ways of getting it...i just wanna know if anyone knows form experience which is best?? i filtered it with two power filters..one with a bio wheel and the other with a regualr ol features...

Gunnie

You can buy a product called bio spira which is basically an instant cycle. It is a foil package which contains the actual bacteria found in a cycled tank. However, it is not cheap, it's not always locally available, and if it's not handled properly, you have purchased an expensive packet of dead bacteria. It's great to have on hand in case of emergencies. If you have a reputable lfs you trust that has it available, I'd say go for it. If you can't find it locally, you can order it from Michael. His email is fishstore@myway.com. That is Dino's lfs.

newbie101

dont give up!!!!!!!!!!

beckers4oranges

oh i wont...i went to the local aquarium shop and bought some cycle stuff and they said it was the really good stuff so...well see

Butterfly

What kind of cycle stuff did you get ?
Carol

beckers4oranges

the stuff thats called "cycle"

beckers4oranges

good news for todays readings on my 50 gallon....

ph is 7.4
amonia is hardly on the scale... would say <.1
nitrite is at a 0
nitrate is 5
wahooo its getting close!!