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The fluval PS1 is known to be a not great skimmer - check out the reviews on other flex threads and groups - specifically surrounding the never ending micro bubbles. Check out Icecap like the K1nano (pump is not super great longevity wise, but overall functionality will far exceed the ps1) or the newer neo (smaller but basically the exact same thing as the nano - a little smaller overall).The Fluval PS1 is like 80 dollars and would be a fine skimmer that looks good on that tank. I would upgrade the light in time if you can. The filtration is just fine on that tank, a good ole sponge, some poly fiber, and some matrix from seachem, and youll be rocking and rolling. I would recommend adding more rock. Youll need probably 20-30 lbs of rock for that tank.
I picked up some live rock that brought hair algae into my tank, I got rid with 5 cheap as chips black led hermit crabs and a algae blenny.Hi everyone.
I have been running a Fluval Flex 123L for approx 8 months now, but have had a problem with green hair algae from after the tank was cycled until now. I have upgraded the filter by changing out the stock filter sponge and replacing it with a media basket. I do not use a skimmer and I don't have a powerhead yet but have recently just ordered one (nero 5). Periodic water change are done along with cleaning of tank and equipment and water parameters are all fairly stable. Since using phosguard in a media bag for a few months now I have only been testing low levels of PO4.
My question is, how do I tackle this green hair algae problem? I know new tanks will go through blooms and maybe this is the case for me, or will the addition of a powerhead alone make a difference?
I don't really want to buy a protein skimmer as I will be upgrading to a bigger tank next year and therefore will need a protein skimmer to suit.