Filter Sock Replacement Option

[GARRIGA]

Found this video on FiltraBalls while researching plastic bead media. Looks like a viable option to use with filter cups and can be washed. Filters down to 3 microns which I’m assuming is as it clogs.

 

[Trizz]

with the 3 microns, it's designed for pressure fed filters. water running over them will clog up really fast.

 

[GARRIGA]

with the 3 microns, it's designed for pressure fed filters. water running over them will clog up really fast.

It’s not 3 micron nominal. Wouldn’t last in a pool filter. That’s very likely once it’s accumulated debris/detritus and likely needs to be cleaned. These manufacturers quote the lowest and can go but rarely the bulk it will go.

 

[GARRIGA]

Here’s an example that mimics how it would be used in a sump

 

[cooltowncorals]

If your looking for alternatives reef diapers are pretty sweet been using them for a year now

 

[Trizz]

It’s not 3 micron nominal. Wouldn’t last in a pool filter. That’s very likely once it’s accumulated debris/detritus and likely needs to be cleaned. These manufacturers quote the lowest and can go but rarely the bulk it will go.

Bro, it designed to replace sand in a pool filter.

 

[Trizz]

If your looking for alternatives reef diapers are pretty sweet been using them for a year now

yep, that's what I use reef diapers.

 

[GARRIGA]

If your looking for alternatives reef diapers are pretty sweet been using them for a year now

Just presenting an option. Might however use it as a prefilter for a closed loop system I'm designing. Sump not an option for me.

 

[GARRIGA]

Bro, it designed to replace sand in a pool filter.

True but mechanical filtration such as this not isolated to pool filters. No different than using floss which is used in cups for sumps. ;)

 

[Trizz]

Ok, pool filters are designed to work under pressure. with a feed pump and canister like a canister filter in a tank these balls are designed to be put in a canister fed by a pressure pump that's how they function and work at their best, but you can install them and just let the water run over them. just an fyi there not new, around being utilized.in freshwater hatcheries. pressure feed systems for some time....
PS if you put filter floss in a reef filter how long does it last before you have to change it out 1-day maybe 2. if you use in a pump fed canister filter how long? 1 month maybe 2, point and case stated.

 

[Kfactor]

just use floss

 

[GARRIGA]

just use floss

Just suggesting an option not asking for guidance

 

[GARRIGA]

Ok, pool filters are designed to work under pressure. with a feed pump and canister like a canister filter in a tank these balls are designed to be put in a canister fed by a pressure pump that's how they function and work at their best, but you can install them and just let the water run over them. just an fyi there not new, around being utilized.in freshwater hatcheries. pressure feed systems for some time....
PS if you put filter floss in a reef filter how long does it last before you have to change it out 1-day maybe 2. if you use in a pump fed canister filter how long? 1 month maybe 2, point and case stated.

Did you see the second video where it’s being used on a skimmer to capture larger particles identical to how filter socks in a sump operate?

I understand how pool filters operate. This is not just for pool filters and not all pool filters operate under pressure. More than one way to skin a cat. Perhaps you might want to research it further before continuing to just assume it won’t work. The information is out there. Or not.

 

[Trizz]

Found this video on FiltraBalls while researching plastic bead media. Looks like a viable option to use with filter cups and can be washed. Filters down to 3 microns which I’m assuming is as it clogs.

wasn't giving you guidance. I was. challenging your knowledge of the statement you posted about them. not for a pool filter' they won't last, by your own post in the video it says for a canister pool filter replacing the sand. so, I can see you going to reply. trying to get the last line word in but all in all you wrong...have a nice evening hahahahha...

 

[Kfactor]

Just suggesting an option not asking for guidance

its not quidance floss is just way simpler and easy to change and no washing

 

[GARRIGA]

its not quidance floss is just way simpler and easy to change and no washing

Not disagreeing. Just showing an option. The word is in the title.

 

[vetteguy53081]

Found this video on FiltraBalls while researching plastic bead media. Looks like a viable option to use with filter cups and can be washed. Filters down to 3 microns which I’m assuming is as it clogs.

Best purchase after using filter socks for a decade - Lasts me 10-14 days each sock:
Amazon:

TOOLSSIDE 4 Pack Felt Filter Socks 4 Inch - Filter Sock for Freshwater/Saltwater Aquarium - 150-Micron Filter Socks by 11.8-Inch Long, Use in Sumps/Overflows​

• New design of 4 '' aquarium filter sock, new open shape for more comfortable use, anti-overflow design, even if you forget to replace it, will not empty all the debris from the filter bag back into the aquarium. The three-dimensional weaving of this 3d honeycomb design filter sock imitates the nesting of bees.
• Premium aquarium felt filter bags are designed to drain water. Unlike past aquarium felt filter bags, these aquariums filter sock hives are permeable, non-clogging and flexible enough to be inverted for easy cleaning.
• This aquarium felt filter bags provide excellent mechanical filtration by trapping debris, helping to reduce the amount of ammonia-producing organic matter in aquariums. This long felt filter socks also help prevent large and small objects such as sand and coral from damaging your aquarium equipment.

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$19.94$19.94

 

[GARRIGA]

Best purchase after using filter socks for a decade - Lasts me 10-14 days each sock:
Amazon:

TOOLSSIDE 4 Pack Felt Filter Socks 4 Inch - Filter Sock for Freshwater/Saltwater Aquarium - 150-Micron Filter Socks by 11.8-Inch Long, Use in Sumps/Overflows​

• New design of 4 '' aquarium filter sock, new open shape for more comfortable use, anti-overflow design, even if you forget to replace it, will not empty all the debris from the filter bag back into the aquarium. The three-dimensional weaving of this 3d honeycomb design filter sock imitates the nesting of bees.
• Premium aquarium felt filter bags are designed to drain water. Unlike past aquarium felt filter bags, these aquariums filter sock hives are permeable, non-clogging and flexible enough to be inverted for easy cleaning.
• This aquarium felt filter bags provide excellent mechanical filtration by trapping debris, helping to reduce the amount of ammonia-producing organic matter in aquariums. This long felt filter socks also help prevent large and small objects such as sand and coral from damaging your aquarium equipment.

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$19.94$19.94

I was aware of those. Just providing another option. That’s all :)

 

[vetteguy53081]

I was aware of those. Just providing another option. That’s all :)

Just a mention also- many options. I love these socks- haven’t changed since last Saturday and can appreciate when I go on vacation- they won’t need to be changed

 

[GARRIGA]

Just a mention also- many options. I love these socks- haven’t changed since last Saturday and can appreciate when I go on vacation- they won’t need to be changed

Have you considered filling them with pumice? They’ll last longer although decomp will contribute to nutrients. Something I don’t worry about. Rather filter something out then mechanically labor over it.