Fuiyoo didn't know growing HC grass is so problematic. Luckily today met up a fellow forummer and he also told me about HC. Meh... GLOSSO FTW!!



Btw, I think I've set my eyes on the Fluval C3. 5 stage filtration. One thing I think I will love about it is that all the individual filter chambers can be easily accessed without having to remove the entire filtration system, thus it is pretty convenient. Plus, the mechanical filtration is easily replaceable by getting any generic filter wool/sponge, the chemical filtration container can easily fit in any sort of media of your choice. By default it comes with charcoal but you can replace it with bio rings instead! Then, there's the trickle system where the water will pass over a plastic plate with holes in it. Water will drip down, directly in contact with the bio media. And then only the water is fully filtered and goes into the tank.

Mechanical (Double foam pads) -----> Chemical filtration (optional: Any media of your choice like bio rings/balls) ---> Biological filtration




Btw guys, the Ista CO2 disposable can (RM30+) is not good enough for a 15 gallon planted tank maybe?

No matter how advance hob is , it just a hob, bro, start saving now and get a eheim 2213 or 2215 (if couple with chiller) canister filter.
Think alive and natural aquatic subang 19 still have some with free eheim media at cheap price after bargin.

Recently weather is terrible hot , make sure ur tank temp is low, don't suddenly increase temp, the lovely plants scare can't tahan

Yes, last night my pre-set tank temp was around 31-32C until this very morning (with light off). Luckily no plant inside , just with hardscape and running Taiyo CF1000 with 3/4 water fill. Today planning to find a cheap adapter for my coming DIY fan. Wish me luck

Hey bro. I thought it's a "cheap option" for planted tanks Anyway yeah, I guess getting a proper CO2 cylinder system would be cheaper in the long run (and more effective).

I would like to ask what are the recommended brands for a full CO2 set but not to expensive la..around RM300 boleh?

Update: Did some calculations:

Assuming a RM32 CO2 diffuser can can last around 3 weeks, refills costing around RM25. Total cost per year is RM32 + (RM25 X 52weeks/3) = RM465
Assuming a RM300 CO2 system can last around 4 months, refills costing RM20. Total cost per year is RM300 + (RM20X3) = RM360

Whoaa indeed a CO2 system is much better in the long run (plus the extra features) assuming my assumptions were accurate

Yes, last night my pre-set tank temp was around 31-32C until this very morning (with light off). Luckily no plant inside , just with hardscape and running Taiyo CF1000 with 3/4 water fill. Today planning to find a cheap adapter for my coming DIY fan. Wish me luck

No matter how advance hob is , it just a hob, bro, start saving now and get a eheim 2213 or 2215 (if couple with chiller) canister filter.
Think alive and natural aquatic subang 19 still have some with free eheim media at cheap price after bargin.

just buy the ac fan , dont need adapter

regarding the 2213, its the smallest in the series right? im thinking of getting one to replace my hob filter. any advice? and the price range is about 250-300?

kytz : the bigger the tank, the longer it will hold out or less in between changes. the more proper the gadgets, the more satisfied it is for the user.

beginner : make sure Co2 is in the tank using DIY way
intermediate : compressed co2 after tired of DIY co2 change every week
advanced : co2 reactor + compressed co2 + solenoid to maximize the co2 lifespan and attaining 100% dissolve into tank water
hyper advance : is there one? haha... maybe ph controller?

Can add cold water from fridge to tank ar?

No matter how advance hob is , it just a hob, bro, start saving now and get a eheim 2213 or 2215 (if couple with chiller) canister filter.
Think alive and natural aquatic subang 19 still have some with free eheim media at cheap price after bargin.

CaRS2 mr deric79k got sell them bro. PM him directly.

Hapeng 2213 is the most economical start to canister filter to the eheim range. many LFS sells it.

kytz PM weijie/sisaiko to ask abt their offers for co2 sets. another option is to scout around ebay or petstore for 2nd hand items

just buy the ac fan , dont need adapter

Yes, last night my pre-set tank temp was around 31-32C until this very morning (with light off). Luckily no plant inside , just with hardscape and running Taiyo CF1000 with 3/4 water fill. Today planning to find a cheap adapter for my coming DIY fan. Wish me luck

Hi,
Becareful because it is 240 Volt AC.
Don't drop into the tank.
Make sure mounting is strong.
Thanks

Hi,
How close should the FAN be nearest to the water?
Thanks

1inch above the surface water