Biocube 29

[fishytank]

I have a bio cube 29 (given to me) I am currently keeping a community freshwater planted tank, I want to add shrimp. I figure I could place the filter sponge in front of intakes, or place a screen in front of intakes but will this cause to much restriction for the filter function?

 

[Eglassford]

Honestly it depends on the strength of the filter. If I'm understanding correctly, you want to but the sponge so that it covers the intake completely. I really don't think you should have too much of an issue. I would just make sure to watch your nitrates. If they get too high, do a WC. (why am I mentioning nitrates you ask? because the added biomedia will contribute to their production.

 

[fishytank]

Honestly it depends on the strength of the filter. If I'm understanding correctly, you want to but the sponge so that it covers the intake completely. I really don't think you should have too much of an issue. I would just make sure to watch your nitrates. If they get too high, do a WC. (why am I mentioning nitrates you ask? because the added biomedia will contribute to their production.

Thanks for the input .The biocube has 2 intakes a surface and a lower. I just didn't want to burn out the pump or cause the filter to have a slower flow.