[kidgrave]

Hi, I want to setup a 20 gallon low-tech tank. As far as filters go, would any of you advise to use Marineland penguin filters, the ones with the bio ball? Are there any better options as far as hangon back filters? I'd appreciate some suggestions. thanks. :icon_cool

 

[kidgrave]

Everyone, thanks for the advise, and sorry for the late response. So I decided to buy an Aqua Clear 30 for my 10 gallon tank. My Aqua Clear 30 is being a bit noisy. For you guys, does that filter make quite a bit of noise to you, or is it almost dead silent?

 

[kidgrave]

I never noticed any noise from my AC 30. Of course, I only used it for about 2 years.

You could listen to where the noise is coming from. I bet it is the motor, the impeller. A good cleaning of the motor and the impeller might help. You can also buy a replacement impeller from Hagen.

I just bought my filter a few days ago. The noise seems like it's coming from the impeller or motor. The noise of the filter went down by a lot. So I don't know how much noise is normal for that filter. Is it normal for that filter to make any noise?