I have a 55 gallon reef and it's been running for about 8 months. I have been reading a lot about the nutrient requirements and am moving toward or seriously considering taking out any and all mechanical filters or sponges that trap debris in the filter. I have soft corals and a couple of clams, feather duster etc... and want to make sure that the food source floating through the water is not inhibited from circulating through the system. Is this a good thing to do or not?
Mechanical Filter or not?
- Thread starter Honez
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I use a mechanical filter occasionally after blowing off debris from the rocks and sand with a turkey baster. I've read that it's a good idea to remove the mechanical filter after a couple of days, as they can increase nitrates.
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