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View Poll Results: Which Filter you prefer most?

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  • Classic

    160 41.67%
  • Ecco

    49 12.76%
  • Pro

    35 9.11%
  • Pro2

    79 20.57%
  • Pro3

    61 15.89%
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Thread: Eheim Canister Filter Comparison

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    I am starting to shift towards classic simply because of the cost savings... I wonder if the hassle with maintainence can be sorted out by adding quick release on/off connectors?
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    When choosing an Ehiem, do take note of the following when comparing the different models :

    1. Wattage for the same flowrate - if i'm not wrong models like Pro 2228 and Pro II 2028 though their flowrates are the same but their wattage is different. The 2028's energy consumption is lower.
    2. Amount of media it can hold for the same flowrate - classic 2217 and Pro II 2028 if i'm not wrong have the same flowrate but the Pro II can hold more media and also the energy consumption is lower.
    3. Whether they come with bio-media a not. The classic 2217 comes with only the blue colour sponge media which is more for mechanical filteration than biological.

    Correct me if i'm wrong, but i noticed that the Pro II and ecco series consumes less electricity as compared to other models with the same flowrate. Better to go for those more energy efficient ones if you're going to have a few filters since they'll be running 24/7.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Savant View Post
    I am starting to shift towards classic simply because of the cost savings... I wonder if the hassle with maintainence can be sorted out by adding quick release on/off connectors?
    Yes and in fact you should but they're quite costly. Not only that they don't come with bio-media so by the time add-up don't know whether worth it a not.
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    Quote Originally Posted by aquarius View Post
    Yes and in fact you should but they're quite costly. Not only that they don't come with bio-media so by the time add-up don't know whether worth it a not.
    Yes, I agree with you that Eheim Classic Series filters does not come with the filter media. Thus might need to consider twice before buying. We can also reuse our old filter media so that we are able to save some money.

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    From the Eheim chart table, I found out the comparation of 2028 & 2228 is about the same.

    Technical data 2228
    Aq. size up to approx I 600
    Pump output approx l/h 1050
    Del. head approx Hmax m 2.0
    Power consumption W 20
    Heater power W -
    Canister volume I 11
    Filter volume approx l 7.3
    Dimensions HxWxD mm 455x210x210

    Technical data 2028
    Aq. size up to approx I 600
    Pump output approx l/h 1050
    Del. head approx Hmax m 2.0
    Power consumption W 20
    Heater power W -
    Canister volume I 11
    Filter volume approx l 7.3
    Dimensions HxWxD mm 455x210x210

    Where to see the energy consumption?
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    Quote Originally Posted by doubleace View Post
    From the Eheim chart table, I found out the comparation of 2028 & 2228 is about the same.

    Technical data 2228
    Aq. size up to approx I 600
    Pump output approx l/h 1050
    Del. head approx Hmax m 2.0
    Power consumption W 20
    Heater power W -
    Canister volume I 11
    Filter volume approx l 7.3
    Dimensions HxWxD mm 455x210x210

    Technical data 2028
    Aq. size up to approx I 600
    Pump output approx l/h 1050
    Del. head approx Hmax m 2.0
    Power consumption W 20
    Heater power W -
    Canister volume I 11
    Filter volume approx l 7.3
    Dimensions HxWxD mm 455x210x210

    Where to see the energy consumption?
    basically everything else is the same except for 2028, as i mentioned earlier, has

    priming function
    flow rate indicator
    16/22 hose size for both in and out
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    yup.. thats the different between this two and also the price..
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    it like watching horse race between classic and pro2
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    pity eheim has no classic to fill the gap between the 2217 and the 2260. I think a classic to "compete" with the Pro3 or Pro3e series would hit the sweet spot. I'm finding my 2028 slightly underpowered (hence 2217 will be underpowered too), 2260 overpowered and the pro3/e series too expensive!

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    For a 3ft tank, a 2217 or a 2028 PII would be good choices.
    A classic is good, the media to me is secondary as some of us want to use our own media unless they can package it cheaply.

    Don't know whether you guys know about the new Ecco Pro series. Announced at KL Aquafair, Nov 2008.
    Looks like they increased the flow rate plus a host of other issues.

    The new Pro 3e was also announced simultaneously. Can be programmed by your computer. Super cool.

    It's not in the shops yet I think.
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    Actually, I did a measurement for 2028 and the operating wattage is only 9watts. Amazing for such low power consumption.

    Click here for the test I did a while ago.
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    Seems like Eheim Professional II 2028 is pretty reliable even-though of the constant problems faced by couple of aquarist which consist of the changing of the O-ring. 9 watts! Its actually running on really low electricity !
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    I have two. Still working fine except for the one gasket change for one of them. Apparently you can use some vaseline to prolong it's lifespan if it begins to leak. I've learnt not to use the primer due to a theory I have-forcing pressure on the primer IMO may have contributed to the gasket failure. The primer is so tough I sometimes use my foot to step on it. User error. Instead, I use the screw on caps on the inflow[free with promotional set] and pour water into it to get it going when I accidentally release the water in the hose. I like the design of the ball valve lock on the hoses because, I don't have to reprime it after maintenance.
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    are you talking about vaseline hand lotion that sold at watson or gardian? http://www.vaseline.com/

    I've been looking for something like grease for all the join and end up buying eheim grease. The band think is it come in small plastic sachet, thus one time use and no way to keep.
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    Hi Robert, should be the same. I remember reading about using Vaseline to protect/protect the gasket it in the manual that comes with the Eheim Ecco Pro filter. I however have misplaced the manual so I can't confirm this.
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    i was at seaview and saw about 10 different brands of canister filters - non of them worth considering other than eheim?

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    gentle,

    beside eheim if you think is too expensive. You can check up Atman or Fluval. These 2 are also quite good.
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    I am using 2 2028 pro II for my father-in-law's 5 feet tank. So far so good. In fact, one of the 2028 is about 7 years old and it is working as well as the other brand new one.

    The thing I like best about the pro II over the classic range is the increased media capacity and the media baskets which makes for easy filter cleaning. The best thing going for the classic range is 2211, which is perfect for nano tanks.

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    Alot of bro/sis contributed.. thats great!!! Come on those that have eheim at home share your though on eheim canister models. So that newbie have an idea of what they can choose.
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