Reddit Reddit reviews Como XINYOU XY-2830 Aquarium Bio-Sponge Filter, Black (1-Pack)

We found 14 Reddit comments about Como XINYOU XY-2830 Aquarium Bio-Sponge Filter, Black (1-Pack). Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.

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Como XINYOU XY-2830 Aquarium Bio-Sponge Filter, Black (1-Pack)
Bio-Sponge Filter; Material : Plastic, bio-spongeModel : XY-2830;Product Dimension : 9x 4.7x 14.7cm/3.54" x 1.85" x 5.79" (L*W*T)Sponge Dimension : 4.7 x 7.8cm/1.85" x 3.07" (D*H)Recommend Tank Size: 5-10 Gallons
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14 Reddit comments about Como XINYOU XY-2830 Aquarium Bio-Sponge Filter, Black (1-Pack):

u/Naturallog- · 6 pointsr/shrimptank

In my opinion, sponge filters are the best shrimp tank filters. No possibility of sucking your shrimp in, and the shrimp can feed on the sponge.

I use one of these for my 5 gallon tank.

u/seann55 · 3 pointsr/shrimptank

I had to change the sponge filter to a smaller one that would fit in current filter repository, this one appears to be entirely plastic: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KZJYC9G/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A7SIQ2Y2T11UM

My tank currently has frogbit, and duckweed... the growth is crazy on it but keeps the water very clean. Also have moss(s) and some anubas in this tank so it's pretty heavily planted.

The petri dish is a great tip, guessing glass ones are better than plastic so they sink? Any recommendations on places to pick a cheap/decent one from? Would think a nice expensive scientific dish would be a waste of money, and could be better spent on other items.

I have an API master test kit, but it doesnt have GH/KH testing capabilities. thinking i'll get cheap test strips to test my water from the faucet/current levels to know what i need to do. or are the electronic readers better?

Plenty of Oak trees near me, and i'll be sure to use the oak leaves as needed. Love using free things when i can lol. My fiance stocks our house with what seems to be great shrimp food as well, so that'll help the wallet.

u/unicornbomb · 3 pointsr/Aquariums

Yup! I use one that suction cups onto the side of the tank to save room. You can put a little airline valve on it so when you've got the hob running, it doesnt create too much surface disturbance.

I use a larger, double version of this one: http://www.amazon.com/Uxcell-XY-2830-Aquarium-Bio-Sponge-Filter/dp/B00KZJYC9G/ref=pd_sim_petsupplies_20?ie=UTF8&refRID=02J8CZM158C7AWH76AW0 -- you'll just need some airline tubing to connect it.

u/shy-ty · 3 pointsr/bettafish

I've kept Bettas on a budget before- there are some things that you really do need, and some things you can do ugly and cheap. The trouble is that you're starting with two and have limited space, a bad combination. I'd suggest you really try hard to rehome at least one, but proceeding on the idea that you're absolutely determined to keep both, I'll lay out the least expensive way to get things done in my experience.

To pick up now:

-Dechlorinater/water conditioner: In your grandma's days, there were fewer additives in water than they are now, and not all of them gas off when left to sit out. If you absolutely can't afford even a tiny container of prime, which can really help in small tank situations because it temporarily neutralizes ammonia- then pick up a cheaper water treatment. Most pet stores carry generic ones, or API is $4 and change on amazon. Can't emphasize enough how much better prime would be though. The smallest bottle should last you for a couple months, so don't worry too much about volume.

-If you can do it, Petco's dollar/gallon sale is the best value you're likely to get on a 10G, as mentioned. Failing that, check your local thrift stores. I think a 10G would be ideal for you if you can make it work- it'll be cheapest and the least amount of maintenance, if you use dividers. Here's a way to make mesh dividers for it yourself from things you can pick up at any craft store, for a couple bucks total (you can also make lids out of the same material). I've made these before and as long as you measure them right, they work fine. If you absolutely can't get or fit a 10g, you bare minimum need about 3g per betta in separate containers or you'll be courting ammonia burns and finrot super quickly. Bowls aren't ideal, but if you're doing a temporary setup they may be easier to find. Be creative if you have to- you want something with horizontal swimming space, rather than vertical (avoid anything taller than it is long), but there are all kinds of odd glass vessels at your average salvation army. A ~3.5 gallon spherical bowl is going to be 12" in diameter. Anything with flat sides, measure and calculate the rough volume in cubic inches, then convert to gallons. Whatever you get, clean it thoroughly. If you use bleach, let it sit out in the sun for a few hours before filling it with water.

-Hides: Cheapest part. In college I had a Betta setup with a half-buried coffee mug and some silk plants from Michaels in it. Grab a couple mugs at the thrift store or throw in your least favorites. You want ceramic not plastic or metal, minimal or no paint if possible. Bury them halfway in the substrate. Craft store silk plants are inexpensive and are fine in a pinch, just boil them first. You want at least some that reach up to the top of the tank, to give them cover at all levels.

-Substrate: Whatever's cheapest is fine. A 5lb bag of imaginarium sand will run you $5 or so at petsmart. If you have a local fish store, they may sell gravel or sand in bulk for cents to the pound, so you could call around and ask. Whatever you use give it a quick rinse before adding it.

-Here's a $10 adjustable amazon heater. If you're doing two 5 gallons, get two 25 watts. A 10 gallon divided, get the 50 watt. A heater goes a long long way to keeping your fish healthy- once you need to start buying medicine your budget is blown. You won't see many non-adjustable ones for much less than this, and they're less reliable since they heat at a constant rate regardless of water temp. Get a cheap glass thermometer with it, they're in any big-box pet store.

To pick up soon:

-Filters and pumps: Sponge filters are the way to go in small betta setups for sure, and they are extremely cheap online. Here's one for $2 for a 10G; here's the one I use in my 7G for $4. Make sure to carefully read the guide on cycling before you put a filter in, because things will get less stable before they get more stable, which is why in your situation I'd be vigilant about water changes (see the caresheet for frequency) and put off the filter til you can afford an API test kit. Because things can spike so so fast, it's really not advisable to run through a fish-in cycle blind in any small tank. You'll pair it with an air pump, this one's $7.

-API master test kit: This is the most expensive thing on the list, which is the only reason it's under later. API also makes test strips, but they're $10 for a pack of 25, wheras the master test kit has far far more uses in it for $20 and is much more accurate. Knowing your water parameters is good any day, but essential once you introduce any kind of filter.

Altogether I think you could get this kind of absolute barebones setup done for around $30 up front and $30 later if you play your cards right, less if you find a home for one fish. It'll still require elbow grease to put together, though.

u/lilgupp · 2 pointsr/shrimptank
u/how_fedorable · 2 pointsr/bettafish

Here are some good airpump + sponge filters:
most sponge filters are just sponge, though there are a couple that also contain ceramic rings or other biomedia.

here's a sponge filter that'll work for tanks up to 5 gallons.

If you do end up with a larger tank, this sponge filter has more filtering capacity. (you can also use this in a smaller tank, but it'll take up a lot of space)

For both filters you'll also need some airtubing, an airpump (other brands are also fine, but I like this one), and a valve(this one is a 10-pac, but you get the idea, here's a single corner version). If you like being extra safe, you can also get a checkvalve, to make sure your tank doesn't accidentally drains.

u/nyquill81 · 2 pointsr/bettafish

I use this sponge filter with a Wal-Mart air pump and tubing. For the heater I use this Guy. I have a 5 gallon as well, and so far, so good!

u/Sllim126 · 1 pointr/Aquariums

I had this, found out that more bubbles fixes it typically, then I put a cheap $5 sponge filter in the tank and I haven't had an issue with it since.

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I got this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KZJYC9G/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/geryon13 · 1 pointr/bettafish

My set up is the smallest Tetra air pump they sell with some chinese sponge filter

cost me about $15 for the whole set up (had extra hose laying around, so you'll need airline tubing as well). Super easy to set up, and the pump comes with a small valve to control how much air you let into the sponge.

u/Mocha_Shakea_Khan · 1 pointr/bettafish

for now yes check out this filter on amazon, it's a sponge filter and the flow is weak i have the 20g version in my tank. It works well and easy to maintain. This one is for 5 gallons, i forgot what size tank you have.

u/Imakedo · 1 pointr/Aquariums

Putting any fish in a tank this small would be blasphemy to most.

If you must I would recommend Endler's Livebearer - males only. 2-3 at absolute maximum. Lovely to look at and adaptable fish.

Do you mean a sponge filter? I think this would be suitable in that regard.

u/Dd7990 · 1 pointr/bettafish

What's stopping you from getting at least a 5 gallon? If you look around, you might find a good deal (Check or ask on the Aquaswap subreddit, craigslist or other used items sites?) and some pet stores may have sales such as "dollar-per-gallon"?2.5g is still on the small side for a betta, and would require you to do at least 1 partial water change every 2-4 days (or at least twice a week), a 5+ gallon will require less maintenance in the long run as well as being a better environment for your betta buddy. Sponge filter is well-recommended gentle filter on this subreddit... here's an example (need to buy additional aquarium air pump + air line tubing to run the filter) https://www.amazon.com/XINYOU-XY-2830-Aquarium-Bio-Sponge-Filter/dp/B00KZJYC9G/