What's with powerhead makers

[BlackOnyx]

Ever notice when ya get a new powerhead you can't use the hang on parts they included and you have to resort to those crappy suction cups??

 

[xrbzq]

Funny, I can't figure out why they waste money and jack up the price to include those crappy hang on parts, when the suction cups work better.

 

[clord]

I use the powerhead connection that hangs on the tank( so does eveyone i know) since suctions cups will fall off.

 

[xrbzq]

Can't seem to peel mine off when I want to. Guess its the luck of the draw.

 

[jgoodrich71]

After a year or two you won't be saying that suction cups work better. They degrade in the saltwater and light to were they stop working one day and you have a massive sandstrom with sand blown all over your corals.

 

[xrbzq]

Ahhh, it just takes time. Now, I understand. Glad I kept all those "crappy" hang on parts. Better go switch out those suction cups before something bad happens.
Not sure if this counts as hijacking, but sorry if it does.

 

[MiddletonMark]

I've had good luck with my suction cups over the long-term, but seem to be an anomaly I guess.

FWIW, the magnet holders [DIY or not] are my favorite solution. But clean suction cup + clean glass + careful has given me good results.

 

[jgoodrich71]

Actually, most of mine are worked into the rockwork so they are not as noticable, but still easy to remove and service.

 

[BlackOnyx]

someone makes magnetic holders?? Who do they work for seios and maxi-jets?