Filter sock alternative for Eshopps DeskMate

[testuser]

Hey guys,

Is there any disposable (and more affordable) replacement to a filter sock? I grow tired of cleaning them with bleach and would appreciate a more disposable (or longer lasting) alternative. Thoughts?

 

[Propane]

I’ve seen a lot of people use filter floss. They toss it out when needed.

 

[Saltyreef]

Hey guys,

Is there any disposable (and more affordable) replacement to a filter sock? I grow tired of cleaning them with bleach and would appreciate a more disposable (or longer lasting) alternative. Thoughts?

Polyfill in bulk and a media cup replacing your sock in the sock holder.

Remove and discard, replace with new.

Lots of polyfill options on amazon.

 

[maleshka21]

check this out-https://rocky-mountain-fish-filter-company.myshopify.com/

 

[testuser]

Polyfill in bulk and a media cup replacing your sock in the sock holder.

Remove and discard, replace with new.

Lots of polyfill options on amazon.

So I plan on getting this filter cup since it seems to fit my specific Eshopps DeskMate: https://krakenreef.com/products/kraken-reef-feeder-filter-cup-v2?variant=39683474784391

How does this polyfill work? Do I just cut it and line the entire interior of the cup? Do you have any bulk options you'd suggest on Amazon?

 

[Saltyreef]

So I plan on getting this filter cup since it seems to fit my specific Eshopps DeskMate: https://krakenreef.com/products/kraken-reef-feeder-filter-cup-v2?variant=39683474784391

How does this polyfill work? Do I just cut it and line the entire interior of the cup? Do you have any bulk options you'd suggest on Amazon?

Its just polyester floss bunched up like for a pillow or stuffed animal.

You fill the cup to your liking. I would experiment a bit for volume.

This stuff should work fine and is cheap.

https://a.co/d/f71atjm

 

[testuser]

Its just polyester floss bunched up like for a pillow or stuffed animal.

You fill the cup to your liking. I would experiment a bit for volume.

This stuff should work fine and is cheap.

https://a.co/d/f71atjm

My concern is that little pieces would detach or come off. Do you have any suggestions or thoughts about that?

 

[Saltyreef]

My concern is that little pieces would detach or come off. Do you have any suggestions or thoughts about that?

They shouldnt and if they do, the media cup should stop them

 

[Kraken Reef]

So I plan on getting this filter cup since it seems to fit my specific Eshopps DeskMate: https://krakenreef.com/products/kraken-reef-feeder-filter-cup-v2?variant=39683474784391

How does this polyfill work? Do I just cut it and line the entire interior of the cup? Do you have any bulk options you'd suggest on Amazon?

You could use filter floss such as this one, in a single layer.

 

[homer1475]

While I'm happy washing my filter socks, some have gone to these disposable "diapers".

Home - Reef Diaper

Never wash another nasty filter sock again! Filter socks are arguably the worst part of aquarium maintenance and are the equivalent

reefdiaper.com

 

[JoJosReef]

check this out-https://rocky-mountain-fish-filter-company.myshopify.com/

Interesting idea. Would be nice if they had an adapter for AIO chambers.

 

[Propane]

You could use filter floss such as this one, in a single layer.

I would look for white colors as I think the other colors perform a purpose like removing specific things from the water. White floss would work from a hobby store and is dirt cheap. Poly fill I think

 

[vetteguy53081]

Hey guys,

Is there any disposable (and more affordable) replacement to a filter sock? I grow tired of cleaning them with bleach and would appreciate a more disposable (or longer lasting) alternative. Thoughts?

Foam pad or coffee filters

 

[Kraken Reef]

I would look for white colors as I think the other colors perform a purpose like removing specific things from the water. White floss would work from a hobby store and is dirt cheap. Poly fill I think

For some companies they use colors to indicate as you mentioned. This specific brand does not, the only difference is the colored section is more dense.

 

[Propane]

For some companies they use colors to indicate as you mentioned. This specific brand does not, the only difference is the colored section is more dense.

Good to know thanks for the info.