Week 19: How Saltwater Aquarium Filtration Works. Beginner How To Guide Tropical Reef Tanks

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Week 19: How Saltwater Aquarium Filtration Works. Beginner How To Guide Tropical Reef Tanks

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My First Fish Tank myfirstfishtan...
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Table of Contents:
00:00 Hook
00:25 Coral Vault Sponsorship
00:59 Intro
01:56 Filtration Overview
02:23 Type 01 Mechanical Filtration
03:38 Type 02 Chemical Filtration
04:40 Type 03 Biological Filtration
05:32 Aquarium Filtration Styles
05:48 Style 01 HOB (Hang on Back) Power Filter
08:22 Style 02 AIO (All In One) Rear Filtration Chamber
11:25 Style 03 Canister Filter
13:57 Style 04 Sump
17:48 Conclusion
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Video Description:
We start with a super quick overview of saltwater aquarium filtration. All filtration for reef tanks falls in to one of three categories: mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration. We aren't going in depth into each one in this video, but check out the next three episodes for way more info than you ever wanted to know.
The focus for this video is on the types and locations where filtration occurs.
The first is called a hang on the back (HOB) or power filter. This is your standard type of filter that you get from any big box store that just hangs on the side of your aquarium. It is inexpensive, and unsightly, and is fine for jobs that don't need a lot of filtration power. You can totally run a successful saltwater aquarium with this type of filter.
Then we have all in on (AIO) style tanks, which just means the filtration happens in a rear chamber. Just take a normal glass aquarium, add a baffle along the back, and bam, you have an AIO tank. I love this style tank because you can hide all of your filtration gear behind the baffle, and it offers more filtration potential than a standard HOB filter.
Canister filters are next, and while not common in the saltwater side of the hobby, you can use them. If you are coming over from freshwater tanks, you may have an extra canister filter lying around. You could definitely repurpose it for your new saltwater build. You'll just need to make sure the canister filter has a powerful pump to filter the water.
Lastly are sumps. Sumps are probably, no, not probably, sumps are the gold standard for saltwater aquarium filtration. A sump is just a separate tank that hides in your stand below the display aquarium. You can hide all of your gear and the large size means you have a lot of options.
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@RogueAquariums 3 жыл бұрын

A very good comparison to the different types of filtration that can be used depending on your budget as well as the application you're using it for. Nicely done Matthew!

@MyFirstFishTank 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jameskopp2563 3 жыл бұрын

I watch your videos almost every day , you've been a big help with very good advice . Thank you for sharing 🙂 I would mention that you can daisy chain a finer filter to the second canister with biomedia and other as needed and will vastly improve the system to changing water less and hardly any changes if any at all nitrate issues which doesn't seem to be the case . Just a fyi if you didn't know you could do this . Works pretty well according to many Japanese friends I have that have had a saltwater aquarium for 30 years . But all tanks are different 🙂

@MyFirstFishTank 3 жыл бұрын

Great comment. I've never actually owned a canister filter but that makes perfect sense to me! Do you do this? I've just never used a canister filter because I just get a sump, but for all of those people coming over from the freshwater side of things, this is great!

@jameskopp2563 3 жыл бұрын

@@MyFirstFishTank no but friends of mine have done this for years . Depends on the brand you get a model of canisters , they aren't all the same .

@mikemcgrath8453 2 жыл бұрын

Hello James do you have a pic of how to hook up a second canister to the existing one like tot ry this method

@havathebirds358 9 ай бұрын

Loved the Micah 6:8 tattoo! Thanks for the video!

@wmars4655 2 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate the series 🙏 i started all wrong lol and then i found your videos. So much help and very detailed i watch every one. I hope you can find some time to finish the series i feel like you almost covered everything.

@MyFirstFishTank 2 жыл бұрын

I did finish the series actually, but you have to watch it over at BRS. Here is a link to the entire series. kzfaq.info/sun/PL53kwcE7KD-d0A-qXZ07iH1Fl0M3qWYsL

@jonathanmiller1710 9 ай бұрын

Which episode do we start on once we click the link?! Do I start on episode one or do I skip some? I think it has repeat videos

@jonathanmiller1710 9 ай бұрын

@myfirstfishtank

@anniejefferson4642 3 жыл бұрын

I love my sump. Its incredibly full of life. I display mine.

@MyFirstFishTank 3 жыл бұрын

Ha, get that! I display my fancy sump too!!!

@vince5105 2 жыл бұрын

I have recently upgraded my tank to a 75g with sump it’s pretty neat system but I find my self tap off the tank more recent. The water is evaporating very fast. Is this normal for sump system? Thanks

@c3dpo 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed love the series and great presenting + the write ups from Max. I assume any patreon giveaways would be US residents only? 🤔 🇬🇧 Here 🍻🍻🍻

@MyFirstFishTank 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely not! You can win anywhere in the world. If I'm giving away a physical item that costs to much to ship, just tell me your favorite online store and I'll send you a gift card!

@thedudegrowzzz 5 ай бұрын

So i have 3 chambers in my AIO and a tiny hole at the bottom face of chamber 1. Do i put the cap or the filter suction cap looking? There is a sponge with a tiny circular slit that matches the cap end. Also i received small blue balls as well as larger black balls with what i think is a carbon media. Where do those go? Finally 3rd chamber has return pump.

@josephposada1830 3 жыл бұрын

Your future is bright and wonderful good sir. 👍

@MyFirstFishTank 3 жыл бұрын

So nice of you

@pauldeacon8764 3 жыл бұрын

Very good Matt!😀👍

@MyFirstFishTank 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😃

@evieytes Жыл бұрын

Hello, Video 1-19 were fabulous and a big help ,but I can’t find 20 and the rest of the episodes. Where do I find those? Thanks, Eduardo

@rastarich8613 2 жыл бұрын

great series so far, why did it stop?

@MyFirstFishTank 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It's actually still going on another channel. Basically, I was working with Marine Depot, which then got bought out by Bulk Reef Supply. After a couple months, BRS hired me to continue the series. But, our agreement no longer allows me to post the videos on my channel as well. So, here is the link to the rest that I've done so far. Doing 2x each week now! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/itZhgquBma6xcWw.html

@srgamer4189 2 жыл бұрын

Love this series, where is the next video?

@MyFirstFishTank 2 жыл бұрын

I'm actually up to week 30, but I had to continue the series at Bulk Reef Supply. Here is the link to the rest! kzfaq.info/sun/PL53kwcE7KD-cLdjgA7lmhOn7FGm_zR7oA

@johnwright40 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Matthew. I'm addicted to your videos and just finished week 19 but can't find anymore on you tube in the UK any advice?

@MyFirstFishTank 2 жыл бұрын

Hi John, thanks for the kind words. The rest of the series are at Bulk Reef Supply. Here is the link! kzfaq.info/sun/PL53kwcE7KD-cLdjgA7lmhOn7FGm_zR7oA

@alexesco1521 2 жыл бұрын

How manipulate water coming and out o. Sumpump

@danriver12345 3 жыл бұрын

What are you doing after marine depot close doors.

@MyFirstFishTank 3 жыл бұрын

Well, not sure. I'm going to continue this series and my work on my blog and KZfaq, but not sure what sort of collaborations the future holds. Thanks for asking though!