Eheim Canister Filter Comparison

[Techno]

I'm trying to get this old Eheim Pro II 2028 to work. Dumb thing keeps leaking. It's not the primer O-ring, because I've already replaced that. Will try the gasket sealing o-ring next...

Let's say I want a new filter for a 4x2x2, but only half filled. It's for a turtle tank. Should I get a Classic 2217 or Pro3 2073?

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techno bro where do you live maybe i can fix your 2028 or help you indentify as i just revived a 40$ 5 year old unused 2026 with $6.50 cents ^^.saved tons
i student so i these few days got free time ^^

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text me or watsapp at 96701405

[Catmarinesg]

Hi Bro Cyberkinetis,
I too am looking for the Eheim Pre Filter but no success so far. However, I did find the attached at Seaview.

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[Techno]

techno bro where do you live maybe i can fix your 2028 or help you indentify as i just revived a 40$ 5 year old unused 2026 with $6.50 cents ^^.saved tons
i student so i these few days got free time ^^

Hi,

thanks for the offer. I replaced the sealing gasket and it has stopped leaking. The thing is so tight, its hard to put the top back on.

Now new problem: when all's connected with Installation Set 1 and shepherd's crook, can't get the flow moving. When I bring the canister with only hoses to the bathroom, i can get the flow going sometimes by sucking on the outlet...argh.

The priming button's kind of useless and I'm not using it.

[Techno]

Just curious, anyone tried dyeing their eheim hoses? I'm looking at those small bottles at Home-Fix DIY.

[felix_fx2]

Dye? Or using alternate choices for pipe?
Lfs sells those fauna friendly ones, hardware shop ones might not be, if used long term chemicals may leach into the water.

But then again, you mention small bottle. So the above becomes totally not inline with what your saying.

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My priming button amazingly still works so I used it once then the filter started. The feeling is just priceless man when I revived this 5 year old filter
For my setup I use the original inlet with a DIY sponge protector to prevent shrimplets being sucked in. Outlet is a combined eheim installation 2 kits long rain bar

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Just curious, anyone tried dyeing their eheim hoses? I'm looking at those small bottles at Home-Fix DIY.

I'm super curious what do you mean by dye? You want customise the colour of the pipe?

[felix_fx2]

I'm super curious what do you mean by dye? You want customise the colour of the pipe?

If just color only, PVC or SS pipes best.

[Techno]

Sorry, I meant clothing dye from HomeFix DIY. The last time I used those dyes was back in Secondary School art class?? Not sure if they're strong enough for the Eheim hoses

And I may have stumbled upon the method to prime the ProII 2028 already. Need a few more attempts to see if the method's good enough.

[Cyberkinetic]

Finally found time to setup my 2224 today!
Spent more time considering how/what to put in the two holders than the actual connections of piping and tubings!
Eventually found that the top compartment after putting the 1L SubstratPro that comes with the filter, still got some space and fitted the 250 ml of Matrix in my existing HOB filter.
The priming was easier than expected... I just suck on the output hose until water appears from the hose then I shut both the input and output levers. Connect the hose to the rain bar, turn on the power, that's it! LOL
I had towels underneath the filter and all around the tank to standby in case of spillage but none happened thankfully.
Totally silent, even putting my hands on the filter, no vibration and no sound!
The output on full blast was a little strong for my 10 gallon tank so I adjusted the output lever to 50%, works perfectly!
Surprised how easy it was to setup, although the manual wasn't of much help. Anyway, happy happy happy!

[felix_fx2]

Ehiem is good.
More silent then my atman (which is already low noise.)

Comparison between cf1200 and 2213.

If you have any fear always can add those square base container as optional container.
Good when cleaning filter, you can't wet the floor.

[Cyberkinetic]

Yeah, I am actually placing it inside a Toyogo box right now. Just in case anything were to happen.

I think the only issue I had is on the placement of the rainbar... As I tried to keep the water level high, about 1cm from the top of the tank, and I kept the rainbar positioned in such a way where the water output is just skimming the surface, by the end of the day when I am hope, with water evaporation, the holes will be above the water level and sometimes if it's high enough, I get some water spray on the floor in front of the tank due to the agitation created by the water output. Not a big issue, just have to tweak the placement of the rainbar and adjustment of the output pressure(which is running at <50% currently).

Other than that still super pleased with the purchase. The wifey is certainly happy as she commented to her friend the other day that i don't spend as much time fiddling with the tank(previously on HOB filter and I was washing the filter pads etc). Anything that makes the wifey happy and keep her attention away from the tank is a GOOD thing...

[mighty_reds_73]

Always been a fan of Eheim filters - had used 2028 and 2080 models without any problems for the last 3-4 years.

[astro]

http://www.aquaticquotient.com/forum...highlight=2213

Ehiem fans, pls help me on the above thread pls. Thank you

[Sharkfin]

Hi guys,


I'm starting a heavily planted tank, measuring 3ft by 1.5ft by 1.5ft.

1) What would be the best Eheim filter to use.

2) Do the media comes along when i buy the filter. If not, any preferred set ups?

3) Is the filter noisy?

4) What do we have to look out to ensure its compatible to future purchases of chillers? As in which hp would be suitable to the filter?


Appreciate advice.

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1)I would recommend 2217 or eXperience 350 eheim filter.
2)Chiller I'm not sure .
3)Eheim filters have " have pin drop silence" so you won't need to worry.
4)the pipe outlet of chillier and filter is the same to prevent any inconvenience.

[ralliart12]

Hi fellows. I have some questions regarding Eheim filters:

Question 1: how come some Eheim external filters have an additional filter circulation specification in addition to pump output while most other models do not have this specification, i.e. the Pro II 2028?

Question 2a: Is the "auto valve release" in the Pro II series the same thing as the "integrated shut-off taps" in the Pro series?

Question 2b: how much is a model 2026 approximately, locally? Option to purchase without media, exist?

Question 2c: Besides the "one-action priming aid" & the "maintenance indicator", can anybody explain to me why folks will buy the Pro II series over the Pro series? I observed that the 2 highest-end models of the Pro series can match the only 2 models in the Pro II series in terms of flow rate & filter volume (in fact, match exactly: 4.9 & 7.3 litres of filter volume; 950 & 1050 l/h)?

Question 3a: What's so special about the wet/dry filters of Eheim?

Question 3b: Why can they only use their own substrate pro media (stated explicitly on their model website; Eheim doesn't state this explicitly for their other models)?

Question 3c: Are they like extremely expensive?

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Question 1 this is only available for 2260,2078 3e 2076 3e. Because you can adjust the rotation of the impeller.by changing the magnetism Of the motor. Not by restricting the flow of filter.
Question 2a Yes it is the same thing
Question 2b as pro two series is a very old model it may not be available anymore. BUT I saw seaview got. But with media.Price I can't remember.
Question 2c from what you describe that is the only difference however some people including me with pro two has encountered more problems compared to pro series. Mainly leaking problems.
Hence me owning a 2026 and a 2224 old version.i will recommend you to get eheim eXperience filter aka eheim pro new version.
Question 3a the filter will like drain the water in the canister then fill the canister with water agian automatically this is recommended for saltwater setup.
Question 3b they say use their own substrate is because thier substrate pro can help keep the natural bb inside.While the filter cycle is happening.
Question 3c much more expensive.but not sure how much.