Eheim Canister Filter Classic Plus – 2217 – up to 159 Gallon
However, once you sort out the various filter elements (coarse and fine filter pads, activated carbon pad, ceramic coarse mechanical filter material, and biological filter substrate) it’s straightforward to get set up. The filter comes with intake... The Eheim 2217 Canister Filter has a compact pump coupled with a large volume canister for filter media. Eheim Canister Filter Classic Plus – 2217 – up to 159 Gallon. The Eheim 2217 canister filter is a great workhorse. The filter comes complete with a safety hose-connection system to stop separation, all the filter medias needed to set up the filter, intake and outtake tubes, and double isolating valves. The Eheim 2217 is UL and CSA listed. Eheim=LEAKS – Leak – I just purchased a Eheim filter for my 125 gal tank. The filter stack must be mostly disassembled when replacing the filter pads, but it is neither complex nor overly time-consuming. The “Full Space” design of Eheim’s canister allows it to large amounts of filter media while making it more versatile. Overall the extra hassle in installing it is worth it. Eheim’s are quality filters that do not break down every other day. In fact they don’t tell you step by step how to hook the filter up. I found the following website that has a step by step video that will help. Next is a Fine Filter Pad and a carbon pad. It provides high pump output and effective use of filter media for fresh or saltwater aquariums. Depending upon the desired water quality, the layers of filter media can be increased. The filter is for aquariums up to 159 gallons with a maximum pump performance of 264 gph and delivery head of 7 foot and 6 inches. Like all external canister filters, it’s best if you have an enclosed cabinet in your tank stand where it can be kept out of sight. Specific water treatment can also be achieved with an individual filter media arrangement. Next is a Coarse Filter Pad. The next layer of EHFISUBSTRAT will act as the main biological filter medium. The Perfect Filter – MJW-AZ – I wasn’t impressed with that filter. I’m very glad I bought the Eheim. The eheim can’t be beat.