Hi all from the UK. I have been fishkeeping for a while now and have a very successful African cichlid tank. After much thought and research I have converted a spare 125ltr to saltwater running a cannister filter setup, I'm used to over filtering due to cichlids being pretty messy.
Can filter is for 450-600ltr tank and seems to be working well with the new saltwater setup while keeping a close eye on my parameters. Fully cycled and I have a few softies growing well and a nice pair of clowns, I understand there are a lot of reefers out there that cannot stand the idea of cannister setups but wanted to know what any experienced people's thoughts were on this and any advice on what to watch out for in the future as the tank matures. Also wanted to post to say that if you are unable to run a sump for whatever reason, it can be done with some research and a careful planning.
Can filter is for 450-600ltr tank and seems to be working well with the new saltwater setup while keeping a close eye on my parameters. Fully cycled and I have a few softies growing well and a nice pair of clowns, I understand there are a lot of reefers out there that cannot stand the idea of cannister setups but wanted to know what any experienced people's thoughts were on this and any advice on what to watch out for in the future as the tank matures. Also wanted to post to say that if you are unable to run a sump for whatever reason, it can be done with some research and a careful planning.