Eheim 2217 Canister

[reeferRob]

I have one thats been sitting out on my back porch for 2 years (I know I know), but what would be the problem with using it as a carbon/phosphate reactor provided it still works? Would I have to mod it in some way?


Thanks

Rob

[SABOB]

Probably would work for Carbon,not sure about Phosphate.Might depend on what you use.GFO usually requires low flow so not to grind up the media.What do you plan on using to reduce phosphates?

[SoLiD]

I was planning on using my old (but still good) Filstar XP3 canister filter for just those two purposes (GFO phosphate removal & carbon). I don't see why it wouldn't work. Heck, it beats trying to find a place to add another pump to my system.

[Willow]

I use Fluval canister filters on my seahorse tanks (with a spray bar as a return).. they work great.. I just remove the sponge and put rock rubble (or ceramic noodles) in the two lower baskets with Phosban or carbon in the top one..

I don't know about the Eheim since I never had one.. but with the Fluvals I can control the flow...

[reeferRob]

I have ball valves installed that would allow me to slow the flow abit, I was going to run carbon mainly, I do have some phosphate remover media from seachem, forget what it is called. I may just try it tomorrow (play hookie from work) got to go to RCA and order my new tank today, 215g DSA I think.