Corner Filter Installation

[@thekingofdiy]

That tiny little pump made me say "awwww" when i first opened it. "just look at it... its so cute!" haha

[@pecktec]

+The king of DIY lol I was pretty surprised at how small it was too.

[@flyflung]

Thanks for the video, you gave a thorough review of what looks like a good product. I like the looks of the corner filter and the idea for the dam at the base is a good one. One thing I never understand is why people are rinsing their sponges in dirty filter water. No matter how hard you try, the sponge remains dirty. I always either just run them under the tap (the denitrifying bacteria is everywhere in the tank. They’re everywhere man!) or for newer tanks that are not well established, fill a five gallon bucket with dechlorinated water and pour that over the sponge as I squeeze. Usually into a sink till it runs clear. Thanks again for the entertaining and informative videos.

[@55mebiggs]

I'm planning to use one of these corner filters on a 75 gallon Tanganyikan cichlid tank build. What I like about this filter compared to a canister filter, is that with an extended power outage like I get in my area from time to time, the bacteria in the filter stays alive and won't become toxic to my critters when the power is restored. Enjoyed watching these videos on the Mattenfilter!

[@RachelOLeary]

I use a corner filter on my 150 as well. They are the best. I used a canister filter with modified intake and discharge rather than an airpump or general pump.

[@pecktec]

+Rachel O'leary that's a lot of the reason I wanted to try this out. I'm going to do a 125 soon and I'm thinking I may try it for that.

[@RachelOLeary]

sweet!

[@Sahadi420]

So, could I use this foam in my Aquaclear filters???

[@janedagger]

Yes Sahadi, you can use it anywhere. Its MUCH more resistant to breakdown and you can cut it to any shape you wish.

[@janedagger]

Have you made a vid of that setup Rachel? I'd love to see it. Mods are ... well, I'm a computer freak, the joint.

[@duenasj]

I use a poret divider for my breeder (discus) tanks. Besides being a great filter medium, it's the easiest, sturdiest "divider" I have found. I use it to make the tank "smaller" temporarily, to help the parents find/gather the babies when they first become free-swimming. It also keeps the babies away from my filter intake. Once the babies attach to the parents, I move the foam all the way to the side as a sort of intake pre-filter and continue using the same tank as a grow out. I can avoid moving the babies from tank to tank like that and maximize my tank usage at the same time.

[@flicknfreckles]

Really want one of these kits, but I can't get Swiss Tropicals website to load. Did he hang up his hat?

[@pecktec]

Ahh I’m not sure it’s been a long time since I’ve seen him around.

[@48tomw]

PORET FOAM IS A SHRIMP KEEPERS BEST FRIEND! Hands down my favorite filter,I use the corner matten as well for my german rams in my 20g long tank,it was initially setup in June and I seeded it with another poret filter from my lfs and by george I haven't had to rinse it out yet.in fact there is a layer of bio mulm goodies that my baby rams eat so thats why shrimp will love them as well. You gotta be patient these filters get better with time so let your tank season slowly and you'll be rewarded in spades. My filter is now mature to the point where de-nitrification is happening deep inside the 2inch 30ppi foam because that bio layer I was talking about above slows down the inflow whereby the middle of the foam is oxygen poor enough to support anaerobic bacteria. Quite simply the most amazing filter and just about the only one where denitrification can occur. I've tried all those sintered glass biomedia etc and they are just nitrate factories which is fine but I want more dammit! I just ordered a new kit for my 29g tall because I'm my old zoomed turtle filter and the bio media inside is not denitrifying fast enough for my liking if at all,my plants somewhat do that sucking up ammonia and nitrates but I still have to do weekly water changes. Anyhoo Pektec your gonna fall in love with your mattenfilter and I predict within a year your going to ditch all your hob filters and go with the mattens. Peace out

[@48tomw]

One more thing I forgot to mention you can seed the poret with stability and other bb in a bottle products to kick start the filter. I prefer tetra safestart plus,just make sure the bottle is not near expiration date.

[@pecktec]

+48tomw cool beans. I always have ceramic in a tank ready to move over and seed the next one. Although I've used some others I have gotten in my Aquarium boxes.

[@janedagger]

Having used silicon many years I have one simple trick/tip... when smoothing out the silicon, wet your finger. It really helps. The idea is not only to smooth over the area, but to smooth for a more attractive finish. The wet finger lets you smooth is like a hot spatula on icing.

[@pecktec]

janedagger awesome advice I’ll do that on the next one.

[@janedagger]

*gush gush* PECK talked to me!!!! *faint* *hug* .. actually its an old construction tip. ;)

[@TONEakaSHOW]

Thx as well, never knew that but will try for sure

[@tomtom2346]

Using Swiss Tropicals foam in a sump for my freshwater 240g. It's bullet proof, works great and the fish are happy.

[@tic857]

I love how this blends right into the back.

[@richardk6196]

Was just expecting to quickly see the video, but I liked it and your approach so much I subscribed.

[@hibiscusfreak]

Watching your videos has begun to plunge me back into the aquarium hobby full-on and head first.

[@pecktec]

+hibiscusfreak enjoy that ride! Weeeeeeeee

[@hibiscusfreak]

pecktec Thanks, I am! :-)

[@hibiscusfreak]

I have a question maybe you can answer. Do you know of a reputable place where I can buy pond plants? I pretty much just want beginner plants like duckweed and frogbit. Thanks.

[@MELODYMUNRO]

My 40 gallon has been running a HMF for almost 18 months using poret foam. Works great and provides small fry somewhere to graze...I have needed to clean it only once in that time.

[@pecktec]

+MELODY MUNRO vary cool!

[@almarma]

I'm loving more and more the idea of moving from "hi-tech" filters to simple foam ones for price and simplicity. I only have one tank and it's already stablished so I wonder if there's any alternative to the glass tops to hold the foam in place, so I don't have to empty the aquarium. Any ideas or experiences?

[@pecktec]

Well the have the ones that go all the way across. Or the little square air ones. I got to say I love this setup I'll be doing it again.

[@pecktec]

Hey also when I was in Chicago I interviewed a man that 3-d prints corner filters you can just drop in. I think it was called new products at the aquatic experience. Maybe worth a look,

[@anthonyragan2696]

I've been fascinated by these filters ever since I saw them in a Ted Judy video: the surface area for good bacteria is immense. And nice idea regarding the retaining wall at the base -- I'd wondered what to do about substrate when pulling one of these for cleaning.

[@pecktec]

+Anthony Ragan yeah that was my worry as well. Hopefully it won't be a big deal.

[@jantruter2163]

Another great use for poret foam is to cut blocks that fit over your canister or hang on the back's intake, it pre'- filters the water going into your filter an cuts back on filter maintenance.All you need to do is take it off and rinse after your weekly water change you can go 3 times longer before having to strip down your canister.

[@chadm528]

jan truter this is a good idea, from experience i would recommend using a very porous and small piece of foam. Using a large and very fine piece can overwork/overstrain some motors, just a friendly tip to keep in mind 😊

[@chadm528]

With a good sized canister as you stated it shouldn't be an issue at all! its the smaller hobs that may not be able to handle it

[@thomaslnskov5057]

Great video Again pecktec! I am a newly subscriber to you from Denmark and i absolutely love all your videos and reviews! I like your personality and how you manege to get me convnced in believing your shining honesty! I think you sent "the message" very very good in all of your videos and you are fun at times so it never get boring to watch. I am sorry I have only positive things to say here. Keep up the good work pecktec and say hello to Charlie from me😃

[@pecktec]

+Thomas Lønskov thanks so much! I love hearing positive things! It keeps the train churning. I'll smack Charlie in the head for you. He's asleep it will be funny. Thanks for watching!

[@vicaroo001]

I am going to enjoy watching this tank come together!

[@sawyerthestarling]

This is old but good information is forever. Thank you so much!! Just wanted you to know your voice is still being heard.

[@movingwater7312]

that foam is the one of the best things that has happened to this hobby. i use it on all my aquariums.

[@pecktec]

+movingWater very cool!

[@DannysAquariums]

*Awesome video as always!* Thumbs up!

[@pecktec]

+Danny's Aquariums thanks!

[@janedagger]

I love Swiss Tropicals. I have the sponge filter in my 20L and am NOT even slightly annoyed with how it looks. Probably cos of how my tank is planted and rocked. Fantastic filter. Sheesh, I sound like an ad..

[@LP66177]

I know I am five years late to ask this but do you recall the measurements for the Dam? Thank you for your video BTW. I ordered my filter from Swiss tropicals because of you and I can't wait to get it up and running!

[@pecktec]

I think what I did was test fit it a few times and used that to go by.

[@Towert7]

Cool. It will be interesting to see the finished product in use.

[@kerrypitt9789]

Another feature of this style of filter pertains to shrimp tanks. The foam surface becomes more grazing area for the little critters. I know this is an older video, but no less valuable. Thank you!

[@ayahabyan]

Great Video Mr. Pektec. From your explanation, I understand that the flow rate of water current shall be small enough so that the bacteria inside Flex piece have sufficient time to do the denitrification. Can you advise how much the flow rate cycle (liter/hour) ?

[@pecktec]

I don't know how I would go about measuring that.

[@alexeimarcilio2630]

They recommend 1-2 times an hour so based on the volume of the tank you can buy a pump with the right turnover rate.

[@Mr.Glitch]

That's a heck load neater than my first attempt at a mattenfilter! Though it was my first tank and my first choice of filtration. ran my 60L tank for a year with minimal water changes and everything thrived in it. :) Though i just used an airpump attached to the jetlift.

[@pecktec]

+The Glitch I'm excited about this thing.

[@davidramsaur1984]

Looks like the amazon link to the pump is broken. Any chance you still know the name to the pump and can provide it? Thanks for an awesome video.

[@Logan_MZR]

Once my 36 gallon is up and fished moved to it I'm absolutely doing this to my 20 long with the Finnex LED and dirted. When are we getting an update on this one and that light Sean?!

[@pecktec]

+Logan Knapp I shifted gears to the steampunk tank because the contest is this weekend. But this will be the next one. I have some really bizarre ideas for it.

[@wyzemann]

That was truly informative. Hopefully, the organisms growing throughout the matten filter will be sufficient enough to maintain pristine, lucid water. Also, I've read there's enough flow behind the corner filter for pouches of chemical filtration for crystal clear water freaks like myself.

[@DJ_LittlePea]

Considering your not a DIY don you did a really good job and it looks great 🤗🤗

[@pecktec]

+PsychedelicBabe I'm the court jester of DIY :😝

[@johnjwedrall4290]

Thanks for this video on that corner filter. I gotta buy me one. Will you post a link to Swiss Tropical?

[@pecktec]

Thanks there’s a link to them in the description.

[@johnjwedrall4290]

@@pecktec thank you for your quick reply to me. 👍🙂❗️

[@isoaqua5825]

if you turn the sponge round there will be more surface area when those grooves are out

[@pecktec]

+Isometric Aquariums I think the sponge has the same surface area in which ever direction it faces.

[@isoaqua5825]

if you imagine a canister filter ... and you look a higher quality foam is normally bumpy, this increases surface area, best example i could find www.amazon.com/Fluval-A236-106-206-Bio-Foam/dp/B0060QJ42S ...so there area that first touches the water as its being pulled through is bigger

[@tylersingleton9284]

Would putting an additional block of poret foam on the bottom of the airlift or intake of the micro pump add aditional mechanical filtration or just be redundant?

[@pecktec]

It would but your going to have plenty anyway. It certainly wouldn’t hurt.

[@tylersingleton9284]

pecktec thank you!

[@LonghornInOmaha]

Nice video, pecktec! Poret foam is definitely worth the added expense vs cheap foam. I won't buy any foam products that don't use, at least, reticulated foam. All our filter intakes and sponge filters are reticulated foam (from ATI).

[@TheHeck69]

Best fish tank youtuber ever

[@pecktec]

+Adam Sean dubstep hey thanks!

[@mgacy2957]

Do you think it'd be smart to do something like this, but as a means of hiding a heater? Supergluing PVC pipe or something in a corner and painting it black to blend in with a black background?

[@pecktec]

You really want to get some water flow past your heater. So if you hide it away make sure the water can move past it. I put my heater behind here and it works great.

[@dwarfycottage]

I did a filtration like this one here. How long I leave them there before I do cleaning of the filter. I got shrimp too. It’s a 3 ft tank.

[@pecktec]

When the water level seems lower behind the filter. Sometimes many months.

[@dwarfycottage]

pecktec how many months. 6 month? Or just judge around.

[@AaronsStudio]

Any updates on this tank/filter combo? Love to see how things turned out now that you're using this system.

[@pecktec]

+Chaz D well this was going to be my next setup but... then the Flex came out and I had an opportunity to get one early so it jumped in front. Then the steampunk tank had to get made for the show. But! I came up with a cool idea for it and I'll be setting it up as soon as I can. I just need to order up some things I can't get here. It will be worth the wait I promise.

[@richardfuentes4204]

Great video, I'm thinking of doing this type of filtration for a 20 gallon long shrimp only aquarium. How did you retrofit the lift tube to the pump? Also I know flip aquatics has this same fiter but theirs isn't setup as a corner filter. I like the fact that the Swiss tropicals has the glass brackets.

[@pecktec]

Check out the into the woods playlist for the final build on this tank.

[@MiltonDelaney]

Great video! I’m doing a 20 gallon tank for my guppies and Cory cats. I will do a corner filter. Keep it simple! Thanks!

[@rogercozart]

Good video, but I wish you had included a video of the system operating.

[@gunhound45]

Is that a Bulova accutron spaceview?

[@pecktec]

I believe so. My father gave me that.

[@erxkeel]

Thanks Sean! Great video as always.

[@dwainkitchel1316]

Stephan Tanner is a great guy and i love his Repashy flavor "Fruit Luups" made just for him by the company for plecos.

[@pecktec]

+Dwain Kitchel he really is. thanks for stopping by!

[@TheSkruer]

I'm looking for a way to install a corner filter without emptying the tank. Can it be done?

[@pecktec]

Sort of. I did a video a while back about a guy who 3D prints corner filter frames. It’s one of the aquatic experience videos. I just saw them at the event this weekend but now the name escapes me.

[@TheSkruer]

@@pecktec um, somekind of glue that dosnt fail on you. I know superglue works but, it kinda dosnt last very long under pressure.

[@markcopley7366]

would it have been better to have the sponge the other way around. It would bed easier and have a greater surface area for dirty tank water to flow over?

[@Zozo806]

This is a simple HMF, you can buy this Foam in any aquariatic Store in Europe and it cost depending on the ppi Nummer from 10 to 40 in 2 x 2 feet and " to 2" or 4" thick 10 to 20 bucks. This Form cuts like nothing with a metal saw blade or an sharp bread knife. Way more simple to make the Foam fit are plastic or stainless steal L or U profiles that you just silicone in place. The side Version even it is ugly is may one of the best filter solution there is. depending on your tank space you has a huge Media cappacity and very low energy costs. lets say you do an HMF on an 6.5 x 2 x 2/200 x 60 x 60 with 180G. An HMF at this tank a with 2" Mat containce 18 Liters of Media cappacity. An Jet lifter that you showed has a moving ratio of 250 Liters of air to 700 Liters of warer. For an ideal media surface mofement you need 2 to 2.5 tank volumes of filtration. A good air pump with 800 or 1000 Liters of air per hour need between 14 to 20 Watts and you can move around 2800 to 3000 Liters of water with it. Now compare this to an FX6 with 5 Liters of Media cappacity and 42 Watt of Power useage.

[@Zaku186]

Where is the scape of this tank? i cant seem to find this tank in any of your other vids.

[@pecktec]

It’s the Into the Woods playlist.

[@Zaku186]

@@pecktec Ah ok. i never saw the build of that and i didnt notice the filter in the few vids ive seen on that tank. i guess that means you did a good job. ill check it out. thanks.

[@JElliott91]

Hey Pecktec. I was just wondering if you had installed the block of Porett foam inside the first chamber of your fluval Flex yet? If so how's it working out and does it cover both filter intakes?

[@pecktec]

+James Elliott I haven't ordered it yet. I think I'm just going to get a big piece and cut it to size.

[@KGcichlids]

Loved this video Sean thanks 👍

[@iniyanarasu]

Im too using this kind of filter only ( One side fully)but got a problem... when ever i try to do water change the dirt from the sponge is covering the surface of the water while refilling it. How can i get rid of this issue,,,

[@pecktec]

+INIYAN ARASU N M I just started using this a few weeks ago. You may want to go over to Swiss Tropicals web page and ask him about it. There is a link in the description.

[@iniyanarasu]

Thanks a lot for the guidance Pecktec

[@tylersingleton9284]

I'm thinking about getting a fluval spec V because I can't stand the look of HOBs and heaters in the back especially in nano tanks. Would a corner/HMF filter work as well as the spec V system? This may mean the difference between a 5g fluval kit or 10g/20g generic tank for me.

[@pecktec]

Yes I’d say it’s at least as good. Maybe better in some ways.

[@leo2o915]

So I got a 40 breeder one how can I get it to stick closer to the sponge ?

[@madmonkey4596]

Good idea but environmentally not so good? Production of foam etc I still think with correct substrate an undergravel filter is hard to beat.

[@Aquaman-wy3mg]

Name of the pump? The link isn’t working.

[@jlathem56]

So it's been a year now, any chance for an update on how the corner filter is doing with that specific foam?

[@pecktec]

Well verbally it’s doing great. I’ll do an all aquarium update soon. It’s in the into the woods tank if you didn’t know already.

[@jlathem56]

pecktec - Great, I'll watch out for the update. I was especially interested in how the Poret foam was preformed compared to normal foam. Thanks for your reply.

[@FrankWhite145]

wish the lift tube was black so it could blend into the black filter that would've been great

[@pecktec]

+rypseven you could paint most of it.

[@jeremybeam7043]

Thinking of ordering some poret foam myself. Which pore density did you decide to go with?

[@pecktec]

+Jeremy Beam to be honest I'm not sure I only picked a color and what kind of tank it was.

[@rbo350]

what brand is aquarium approved silicone

[@pecktec]

+Ringo Star I used some from Marineland that I found at Petsmart.

[@rachel4483]

Yes. Rubbing alcohol is the best way to get caulk off anything. Even if the internet tells you to use a razor blade. Neither one should go in your eye though.

[@pecktec]

Very good advice! Thanks for watching!

[@markcopley7366]

has Joe already done the corner filter

[@pecktec]

+Mark Copley yeah a few weeks ago.

[@sharonbendtsen2973]

Thanks I just installed one watching your video

[@gregjonesonline]

nice install!

[@pecktec]

+Greg Jones (Greg's Fishroom) I put it off forever. I'm more of a pull it out of a box guy.

[@graeme9775]

10:03 guys, i hate to be that person but i think this tank needs a bit more filtration, the water is practically still

[@pecktec]

Demo tank with a bunch of different types all at once. Not a real world situation. Or maybe your joking.

[@brans7269]

hello Shaun can u tell me what's the PPI on the foam that u used for ur corner filter? hello pectec

[@troywales983]

could have used the same black l shape plastic as the tank rim instead of glass strips ,and strong magnets to hold it in place ,

[@maxieinfinity1194]

how can i get these kinds of filter matt...im from the philippines.

[@pecktec]

check out swiss tropicals he may have a distributor there.

[@maxieinfinity1194]

do the ship to the Philippines?

[@ignacesanches]

That's a lot of money for a piece of Sponge and 2 pieces of glass and pvc piping :O. Nice video tough

[@pecktec]

+Ignace Sanches agreed

[@jackiekearney]

Great ideas.

[@pecktec]

+Lovebetta thanks!

[@brans7269]

what size PPI is that pec

[@pecktec]

thats the 20ppl

[@Krazygoodtimes]

Nice video

[@toddmiller1933]

Do they ship to U.K. :)

[@pecktec]

+Todd Miller I'm not sure. He may have a contact there.

[@bige8397]

Still using this filter?

[@pecktec]

Yes check out the into the woods playlist for updates on this one.

[@bige8397]

I ran across printedreefingsolutions.com. I do not think they use the Poret foam from Swiss Tropicals. Poret is good stuff. Thought of you when I ran across them. Worth a look. :)

[@foff4446]

good one thanks

[@АлексейАлексей-л2б]

Добрый ! Ктонибуть в травники пользовался ?

[@FIRYX-]

Good video 👍 🔔

[@Shermingtan]

If you need a truly silent air pump "Aquael oxypro 150" is your best bet. You can only hear it when you put your ear right next to it. The output is controlled electronically so it doesn't run at 100% all the time. It looks very stylish as well: images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61nJleqKa6L._SL1000_.jpg My girlfriend got me one for my birthday and I love it.

[@barry8692]

Foams so expensive though. Over $30 a tank, just for the foam.

[@pecktec]

That’s true. But it doesn’t seem to break down at all over time. This tank is still going years latter. A lot up front though.

[@ScowlingWolf]

very smart

[@The_Scriggles]

should have just asked joey to help ya build your own! lol

[@DCice13]

Hack: get a cheap electric knife to cut the foam. its like cutting air.

[@isoaqua5825]

have a look at this guys channel .... give him a spotlight !!!! Zacks Tanks Crazy Aquarium Guy

[@DeeFromBrooklyn]

hah, Got your hands in there. . Nice

[@pecktec]

+Dee From Brooklyn I built something and it wasn't dangerous! YES!

[@henricagven2874]

it looks profesional :D