| When it comes to filtration methods for saltwater | | | | arrive will not work. |
| aquariums the canister filter ranks up at the top | | | | Saltwater Safe- Not all aquarium canister filters will |
| of the list. They do a great job, are easy to use | | | | work with saltwater tanks. Filters that are not |
| and are generally affordable. However not all | | | | saltwater safe often use material that will corrode |
| canister filters are the same. Below you will see | | | | or slowly dissolve when exposed to seawater. |
| some simple tips to help you when shopping for | | | | Make sure that the box states that it will work in |
| canister filters for your saltwater aquarium. | | | | saltwater or filter failure will eventually occur. |
| Tips For Picking The Right Filter Setup | | | | Ease Of Service- All aquarium filter systems need |
| Replacement Part Availability- When you are at | | | | to be serviced and maintained to function right |
| the local fish store looking at the selection of | | | | and some are harder to service then others. |
| filters take notice if they also sell replacement | | | | When you are looking at aquarium filter units ask |
| parts for the unit you are interested in , if you do | | | | the salesmen how easy the unit is to clean or |
| not see them ask if the stock them. | | | | care for. |
| Common parts that go bad are the impellers, | | | | Also take note if it has quick disconnect fittings, |
| rubber gaskets and o-rings. These normally go | | | | these allow you to remove the filter system |
| bad at the wrong time and most of the time | | | | from the hoses without having water leak all over |
| your filter will not work or worse yet leak without | | | | the place. |
| them and waiting days for a mail order part to | | | | |