Dual Canister Filter Output Placement w/ Wave Maker (Simple)

Got multiple canister filters? Trying to figure out your filter output placement while also using a wave maker? I've got you covered!
This very simple method of lining up your filter outputs and wavemaker together will keep your tank clean, clear, and detritus-free!
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[@KaveManAquatics]

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[@strellhouse6684]

Great Channel brother! I had a 125 chiclid tank many years ago. Just getting back in the hobby with a little 20 gallon tetra tank. Love your videos! Cheers!

[@arnoldcontreras9020]

Just started following you about 3 months ago as i adopted some goldfish and a 75 gallon tank. Just peeped the motto pic in the back and oorah brother now im a permanent follower! Always with great info and making it easy for me as a beginner in this hobby.

[@itsBimmerman]

Great video Kev! I’m so glad you incorporated the Discus tank info. Important not to forget that not every fish wants high flow!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Exactly! Glad you enjoyed it bro 😊💪

[@ericbuxton711]

Great video. Informative and to the point just how I like it.

[@mosmoove74]

My substrate stays clean, thanks to your first video of wavemaker placement. Thanks Kev.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Awesome! Glad to hear it! 😊💪

[@boneheadfish7893]

You posted this wave maker before and I decided to pick one up at that time. This thing has been awesome in my 125gal.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad to hear it bro!! 😁💪

[@Shadow-wn5fw]

Great video as always

[@castrojuan76]

Great helpful videos! I have a 8’ 240 South American tank w/a canister and two 110 hob’s and haven’t been able to get the flow just right, this gave me a little more insight to change my power heads, thank you.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad I could help! Awesome tank bro!

[@castrojuan76]

Just upgraded from my 125 and went from gravel to blasting sand, definitely a learning curve but loving it!

[@stacey9730]

Thanks for keeping it to the point , appreciated

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

[@joestasi8329]

Thanks boss! This helped my water quality right away.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Awesome! Glad I could help! 😊

[@equanwaddell2170]

Thanks for the knowledge. Just getting back into it, 75 gal 15 cichlids small ones: love my set up just got me some wave blowers,

[@MarkL.71]

Great tip and I literally just set my wave maker up the same way you recommended. I have my 75 gallon set up and is now fish ready. Need to get my order of peacocks and haps ready to roll!

[@KaveManAquatics]

That is awesome! Congrats on the new setup!!

[@deluxivehomes8719]

So helpful did that today! Thanks bruh

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

[@mumgriteric309]

I got my wave maker because of you and I love it thank you for suggesting it to me

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure bro, glad its working well for you! 😊

[@bigmex8794]

You just made me adjust my wave maker kaveman. Thanks

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad I could help! 😊

[@Agentshadowolf]

Based on one of your earlier wavemaker videos this is how I have my 125 gallon tank setup. I have my uniclife wavemaker on the top left and my 2 FX6 filter outtakes in the center spaced out pointing to the right to get that circulation going and it works wonders. It keeps the black diamond blasting sand I have in their clean and clear of left over food and poop.

[@KaveManAquatics]

You got it perfect my bro!

[@jesusisoursavior2682]

brother did you off your wave maker in the night?

[@michaelpereira279]

your vids are spectacular brotha whole otha level

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you! 😁

[@OneToothTwoFish]

Wow. Didn't really think of that. Thank you always had the Wavemaker pushing the water the other way

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad to help

[@SkullAquatics]

Fantastic video 🤘🤘🤘

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro!

[@YoitsFknMario]

Just bought the paperback!👍🙌

[@KaveManAquatics]

Awesome! Thank you! You're on your way to crystal clear water!!

[@stevepayton6718]

I added a wave maker to help keep the top of the sand in my tank clean. Because it was too much current for my fancy goldfish, I have the wave maker only come on 3 times a day for 15 minutes each time, and that keeps my substrate clean. Thanks for your great suggestion about using wave makers and placement…I have learned so many great tips from you and always appreciate your videos.

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com

[@AdamUS123-j7q]

In saltwater tanks we call the circular motion a gyre. Great video kev!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Cool, thanks bro!

[@robmormile3911]

Hey Kev. Nice vid for newbies. Subject change, at the moment I’m dealing with flukes. Any chance you can do a vid about dealing with parasites? Keep up the great vids mate 💪

[@rick6582CNCMedicalParts]

Have one Wave maker 90 gal. but keep top water level lower because big barbs splash water out of tank good video.!

[@atcgamingpro7883]

The best guy ever

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro 😊

[@frankguerra3879]

Great info. Will this be the same with just one canister filter? Man I love this channel. Keep the great information coming bro!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes sir, same thing! Just make sure the output is pushing in same direction as wave maker 😊

[@GaZaGaMer1876]

Have Mines just the same great video kave

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro, glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@BirdLadySpeaks]

So much good information. You have inspired me purchase a second tank. Yes, I am blaming you. At least I’m telling my husband that it is your fault. Lol!!!!💛💛💛💛

[@KaveManAquatics]

I will gladly take the blame! 🤣🤣

[@Metallinick]

Hi Kev...Long time viewer of you channel and it's saved me too many times to remember. Quick question, I'm upgrading my tank from a 5ft to a 6ft. Currently running one FX6 but looking to add a second FX6 onto the new tank. Just wondering if you still recommend the outlet placement as per this video or has anything changed in the last year that I should think about in terms of placement for dual canister filters? Also (while I remember) how much substrate would you recommend for a cichlid tank in terms of depth? Just trying to get the new home as comfortable for my guys as possible! Cheers from Australia :)

[@juniortorres5094]

Thx u great video I got it lol 😆

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad I could help

[@j.o2779]

Kev do you still suggest having a wave maker pushing the opposite direction on the bottom? So I have 2 canister filters pushing left to right. Wave maker on top pushing the same direction. Then a second wave maker pushing on the bottom back corner (right to left) towards my intakes. 90 gallon aquarium. Great videos as always, my fish appreciate you and your advice 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@c00l0ne]

Awesome thanks!!! Ive been moving them like crazy and cant get it to the right position.

[@KaveManAquatics]

It'll be great when you find that sweet spot! 😊 Glad I could help!

[@jamesg3801]

For your slower moving water tank do you still point the outputs in the same direction and intakes on each side? I’m buying 125 gallon tank and two FX 4 for overkill on filtration trying to make sure I set up the intake and outtake like you do.

[@eues803]

As always Kev, great video, but this very strong streem can't be applied to all type of fishes, but for the African cichlids it's the best thing to be done, since yr tank is always clean. 😉😉

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes I agree! Did you watch the video till then end??? 🤣🤣

[@eues803]

@@KaveManAquatics Yes I did, and my comment was me agreeing with all yr comments, since I know that most of South American fish like water with very small current.

[@jordanbarratt8113]

Hi I have brought a wave maker for my 50lt tank and it works great but my corydoras are struggling to get up to the surface to get air where would the wave maker be best so it doesn't interup them many thanks Kev

[@myst8217]

You motivated me to put mine back in only to remember why I took it out, too much current even on the lowest setting. It's a 27g cube so it doesn't take much to get flow. I have a Fluval 305 that came with the tank & even that at half output is a lot

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yea for a 27 the canister output is going to create more than enough flow 👍

[@myst8217]

@@KaveManAquatics I almost switched back to the factory output nozzle but just love the spray bar too much. The flow control is set at half, anything more & it's too much

[@Htowntitanx]

Will this work with 2 wave makers one on bottom left and one opposite side top middle?

[@AndyHa1010]

So if I have a hang on back filter, I would need to put wavemaker on the back? and probably need 2 set of those on both left and right side ?

[@user-fd1wl9jb8m]

I got two canisters filter fx4 and 407 plus a wavemaker. Any suggestions on how I should position them given my 400l tank only has two open spaces on either side of the tank from where I can pass through the filter pipes? Currently I have the wavemaker , fx4 inlet and 407 output pointing up and to the right and my fx4 output and 407 inlet on the right with the fx4 output point downwards the front of the tank

[@steves9589]

If I have a HOB and it is more towards the middle. Is a wave maker gonna still help with cleaning the tank? The lid limits how far I can move the HOB.

[@yarasub]

Got. The parts for my 2nd fx4 on a 100g tank. Can I just set it up and add it to the tank. Giving me 1 cycled fx4 and a new one.? I’ve had the bio-home in my 20g while I waited for the parts. Will this mess up my cycle on the tank?

[@joserosas101able]

I have a 150 tall tank and planing on having it be an African cichlid tank. Which of the three options you posted for a wave maker would you recommend I get for my tank? Thanks for your time.

[@cetherton00]

Alright, going to order a wave maker. I have a 125 with African Cichlids with 2x FX4s. Question is, would the 2100 wavemaker be adequate, or would you recommend the 3400. Thanks in advance for the response. Beautiful tanks fyi.

[@MarcJones-fp9hz]

I'm setting up my first large tank 265 gallon for south and central American cichlids I have 3 canister filters for it 2 fx6 and one fx4 and two wavemakers where should I put the intake on the 3rd filter if first two are one in each corner?

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[@markcummings3146]

Thanks for this advise, I added a second external filter at the start of this year but my water flow is colliding with my main filter in the centre of the tank so I'm not going to change things around to ensure a full flow around the tank.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad I could help! 😊

[@jayhiscock3151]

Hey kev, I love your channel and your tanks are beautiful! Do you find the 3d backgrounds trap a lot of detritus and gunk behind them? How does the detritus get to the intakes? Which style background would you recommend for a 125g pea/hap tank? Thanks for the time you invest in helping others!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

I keep a wave maker behind the background to prevent detritus build up. 😊 Detritus finds its way back there through the sides, which is why I prefer my intakes be behind them. Style is completely personal and up to you bro, whichever you get Im sure you'll love it!

[@jayhiscock3151]

@@KaveManAquatics ok thanks for the reply!! Does placement of the wavemakers behind the background matter? I’m guessing low on opposite side of big wavemaker

[@cg-ur4ed]

I’m setting up a 75 gallon mbuna tank using a fx6 and a Fluval 407 and a wave maker, I also have a 3d background. I am going to position my filters identical to yours with the same flow pattern. With that in mind should I put the fx6 on the right and the 407 on the left or the other way around? Also should I ‘poke’ holes in the 3d background to get more flow back there for the detritus? Thanks, love your videos!

[@KaveManAquatics]

You could poke holes if you wanted to, but really not necessary. detritus will find its way back there. When you have a wave maker, it doesnt matter what side you have your intakes, I keep one on either side. But your outputs do matter, watch this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/faDalIOwg912etE

[@sj2900]

I have pretty exact setup but having an issue of micro bubbles. None of the output is throwing any bubbles and there are no air stone in the aquarium but micro bubbles all over. Any idea?

[@skrilla-talk9716]

Whuts up kave man ...I got that wave maker like u said ...but I noticed my fish acting weird..and its look like it's hard for them too swim now....do you think a wave maker is good for red bellied piranhas?

[@georgeluna8050]

Kaveman, got a question i just did the same set up with 2 fx6 and wavemaker, do i still need sponge filter with air stone?

[@KaveManAquatics]

No you dont ever NEED a sponge filter. It's an additional benefit. But 2 FX6's will provide plenty of surface agitation.

[@snakebitevenom5381]

Hey Kev. Question for you. I have river rock in my tank and was wondering if a wave maker will work for keeping the bottom clean, or do i still need to vacuum? Thanks

[@KaveManAquatics]

It depends how much of it you have. A wave maker will help, but detritus may get trapped in between the rock and still need to be vacuumed.

[@mumgriteric309]

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[@kevinkiernanoutdoors3413]

What about a wave make in 29 gallon with Glofish? Would they like it. How much power?

[@c00l0ne]

Hey Kav! how big is the gap do you have on your 3d background for waste to get to your intake?. Im worries fish my get in there and get stuck. Got my 3d background on order and doing some planning now.

[@KaveManAquatics]

There shouldnt be any gap. The edges come with mesh so detritus will still get back there 😊 Give them the exact measurement of your tanks interior. they know what they're doing 😊💪 Dont forget to get 10% off with KAVEMAN10

[@c00l0ne]

@@KaveManAquatics oh ok thank you!

[@MikieMike420]

I’ve got two Oscar fish in a 125 gallon tank, wondering if I should do a low current wave maker for them. I’ve got one on now, but they seem to just stay on the opposite side of the tank whenever it’s on. Any tips?

[@KaveManAquatics]

They should be fine with one wave maker...Oscars can be divas when they dont like changes lol

[@sessionexpert]

Great Thanks mate for your help, I have setup the wave maker and water outlet and intlet on the same side but I still see the poop/waste rotating aroung not sucked up by the outlet pipe, does this take time or I am doing something wrong, I have some rocks in the centre of the tank. I appretiate your help.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Give it overnight. If its setup correctly most of the waste should be gone by morning 😊

[@sessionexpert]

@@KaveManAquatics Thanks for your reply, I have given two nights still I see poop rotating around should I add more powerfull wavemaker or mvoe around the outlet pipe and check by each day?

[@nazmiaiman8462]

for mbuna tank how many flow rate to get? i got 4ft tank with 2ft depth and 1.5ft height..around 90gallon..currently got aroun 18mbuna 2 inches and they poop..A LOT..haha

[@seanstevens5155]

What about wave maker placement with only one canister filter? I have the intake on the left and output on the right creating the surface agitation. I put the wave maker on the left near the intake facing downward to push all the food and poop out?

[@KaveManAquatics]

I would change that up. Watch this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3jbqIqZlNecq6M

[@mirandapatterson8510]

What if there’s a overflow box in center and two outputs one on each side, I just ordered wave maker and because of the overflow in center I’m not too sure on placement and direction, thank you😊 your videos are helping me with my tanks and I’ve only seen a few videos so far very informative 😊

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thats a tough question. I've never had to deal with an overflow box, but just thinking about it seems like you'll have a challenge getting that circular water pattern. Regardless though, I'd still try different positions and angles until you find a sweet spot that keeps detritus moving so it can find its way into the overflow.

[@mirandapatterson8510]

@@KaveManAquatics thank you, I will do my best, the two outputs can be moved and after your videos I think it’s not right as there both facing there closest corner and it’s tall so the bottom it not getting circulation I might try and have them so same direction and hitting the top of water more and then the wave pump I’ll do same direction as well and just see, it’s funny my new set up I did the output wrong and I haven’t felt like changing it just yet and all the pleco poo is all on the side the intake is not on lol I will be fixing that today ☺️

[@whosaskinaquatics]

I have the same set up, but I have both intakes on the side of the wave maker. Should I move one of the intakes to the other side?

[@KaveManAquatics]

It will work great either way. As long as you have at least 1 on the same side as wave maker 👍

[@dad8129]

Hi Kev, another great video, I have a question though, I have a FX6 with the intake on the bottom right side of the tank, the FX6 outlet flow is on the left hand side pointing upwards and to the right?, where should I place my wavemaker ? I have a 103 US gallon tank and wonder what strength wavemaker I need please. Nige UK

[@KaveManAquatics]

With 1 filter I would keep everything on the same side. Input, output, and wavemaker all on the same side. Watch this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3jbqIqZlNecq6Msi=VActFl3mVM8QUhNX

[@dad8129]

Thanks for your reply

[@kuxzira8419]

Hello I have the same setup as you but towards the right the poop and waste sit 3-4 inches before the right hand side glass any ideas why it just stops there and all the rest of the tank is clean of debre

[@KaveManAquatics]

Its a dead spot where the flow dies down. Try adjusting your wavemaker, either up or down or changing the angle to see if it changes anything.

[@CurieBohr]

Hey Kev, I’m running two fx6 and my tank gets warm. The temperatures creep up to over 80, then I have to turn one off. Do you have this issue? Any tips? 180 gallon.

[@KaveManAquatics]

You should never have to turn your filters off. Lights and heaters will make your tank warm, not the filters. If its very hot where you live try these methods of cooling your tank - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYLMZGuNo62GotE

[@CurieBohr]

@@KaveManAquatics with only two fx6 running, light and heater unplugged, my water temp rises about 1 degree per 24 hours. At 81 degrees, I unplug one. Within 48 hours the water temp is 77

[@ttazz909]

Would it be ideal to put a wave maker in a 20 gallon tank? I have glow tetras, ballon belly, and two Cory catfish

[@castlecruuz]

They're gonna get blown around. Maybe if you put a small wavemaker

[@jayhiscock3151]

Hey kev quick question on the uniclife wavemaker. What settings do you use it on in your 210 tank? I have a 125 and it’s causing micro bubbles and seems a little strong pushing my sand around on the 2nd power level. Just wondering if you have any advice on position and angle along with power or wave settings? Thanks

[@KaveManAquatics]

my 210 is a tall boy, 29" so I keep mine at full power. It does pull some substrate from the other side but nothing to terrible. Try going down to the lowest power setting. If you have micro bubbles it may be too close to the surface, or crashing with another filter output.

[@jayhiscock3151]

@@KaveManAquatics ok perfect and thanks for your reply! Do you use the different wave patterns?

[@hatoonzanime5886]

Is there such a thinng as too much filtration? You mention the fx6 and theyre for up to 400 gal, you have 3 of them per tank. Can i upgrade to a large filter to just get more work done?

[@hatoonzanime5886]

Could I get a Tidal 75 for a 40gal and if i eventually upgrade to a 75gal+ i will have the filter too.

[@KaveManAquatics]

You can’t really over filter. It doesn’t hurt the tank. But like you said, get a bigger filter now so it can fit on your new tank whenever you upgrade. Also, for the record. The FX6 is marketed as good for 400G. But that’s not accurate for every tank because each tank has its own unique bio-load. And I don’t have 3 per tank. I have 2 on my 210 and only 1 on my 150 😊

[@benjaminmedina2156]

Quick Question Kev i have a 75 gallon peacock tank and i have 2 aquaclear hob filters on it can i still use a wavemaker and get the same results as having a canister filter with wavemakers cause im gettin fed up with all these piles of poop on my sand after water changes and vacuming?

[@KawiKlx143]

I'm in the same boat 2 tidal 110s on the right side of my 125 with the wave maker at the top right side seems like I've got ok flow. Most the poop just seems to pile up under on the bottom towards the right I'm assuming it's the downwards push of water from the hob but I'm not sure?

[@Clarky_Warky]

Can you make some tutorials of how to keep live aquarium plants? Mine seem to keep getting sick

[@michaelrivera1474]

He doesn’t keep live plants

[@dtechvinnie]

I have one canister filter have 75 gallon tank! Mi intake and output are on same side should I change direction of the output to the same direction as the intake which is to left? Don't have a wave maker on the right hand side! Maybe I should get another wave maker for the right hand side of the tank

[@KaveManAquatics]

Intake should be on same side as wavemaker, with wavemaker in top. Output can be anywhere as long as it’s pushing water at the surface in same direction as wavemaker.

[@michaelcadion7205]

just looking was that a dead fish on left bottom side fish yellow colour?

[@KaveManAquatics]

No that’s my albino common pleco…lazy bum that he is lol

[@samwood7430]

If you have two filters, do you leave one running while doing a water change and cleaning the other filter?

[@KaveManAquatics]

You absolutely can as long as your water level doest drop below the filters intake.

[@audiorazor]

I have a 165 gallon running dual FX6. Do you recommend the circular current even with community fish? Are you running the same type of water current on your discus tank?

[@jamesg3801]

My question to him as well. Looks like he is not answering newer questions. I’m wondering if they should both point to the left or right for slower Moving water tanks.. i have 2 FX4s

[@audiorazor]

@@jamesg3801 I have both of then facing one direction and it works very well.

[@jamesg3801]

@@audiorazorthank you very much. I’ll set mine up that way too

[@conradmyers4460]

Do you leave the wave maker running when feeding?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Depends…if it’s pellets, yes. They just sink and get eaten quickly. If it’s freeze dried shrimp or krill, or anything frozen I turn it off to prevent food finding the intakes.

[@courtneyhurt1865]

How does the detritus make it to the intake with the background in front of the intakes?

[@KaveManAquatics]

The circular flow of water in the tank keeps 90% of the detritus moving and it eventually gets sucked behind the background by the intakes. It works perfectly 😁

[@newgamer1263]

I have a 55 gal witch one do u recommend?

[@KaveManAquatics]

The smallest one...I think it was about 1000 GPH. Linked in the videos description 😊

[@PeterKnopp-ih8ie]

I have a 150gallon aquarium set up as per your video my fish poop is going round in circular motion in the middle of the tank. Any help please ? Thank you

[@KaveManAquatics]

if its happening on your substrate than something is not right with the flow in the tank. A piece of decor could be breaking the flow causing the dead spot. Try re-decorating.

[@tracycarter1185]

Do you turn the wave makers off during feeding?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Only if I feed frozen food or freeze dried food, not when I feed pellets.

[@tonyguarini6140]

Kev, my wave maker has a weak hold on the tank. Is there another way to get it to stick better

[@KaveManAquatics]

All wave makers arent made the same. The ones I use have strong suction cups or magnets on them.

[@tonyguarini6140]

No suction cup. Just the magnetic hold.

[@DaAlkahalik74]

Would I set up my outflows the same way if I'm not using a wave maker?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes, the outflows will still provide a good circulation if setup like this 😊

[@wadelawson4165]

Kev…. I was looking for the link of the wave maker u are using… can u post it?

[@KaveManAquatics]

It’s the first link in the videos description. Or you can find it in my shop 😊 - koji.to/kaveman_aquatics

[@mrhawk2024]

I have a 125g tank with African cichlids. How many GPH wave maker should I use?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Go with the 3400 GPH one I have linked in the description below. It's powerful but can be turned down if its too strong for your guys. 😊 You can also find it in my shop - koji.to/kaveman_aquatics

[@musicaddikt1]

Would making a wavemaker on the left below help in a 225 gallon tank

[@KaveManAquatics]

Depends on whether your top wave maker isnt strong enough. Mine is. Find the one I use in my shop - koji.to/kaveman_aquatics

[@tonyguarini6140]

Are these ok with aquatic turtles?

[@liemily6411]

Hey, do you want to try our company wave maker? Mini size but powerful.

[@dtechvinnie]

Do you recommend 2 wavemakers one on each side?

[@KaveManAquatics]

If your wave maker on top is powerful enough you usually wont need the second one.

[@dtechvinnie]

Thank You

[@ojinga]

Where did you get those cool 3d backgrounds from? They look great

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks! All my backgrounds are from aquadecorbackgrounds.com Tell them KaveMan sent you, lol Also use code Kaveman10 at checkout for a 10% discount 😊

[@ojinga]

@@KaveManAquatics thanks for the reply, I’ve visited their site before and really want their stuff, but they don’t seem to have backgrounds that are small enough to fit my tank, it’s a 65 gal, and the minimum length requirements are all too long for my sized tank.

[@Shepperd919]

Hello Kev greetings from EU! I have a quick question: I'm new to the hobby and me and my girlfriend has chosen to get 3 pairs of guppies therefore we got a 54 liter tetra starter pack aquarium and today I have installed a wavemaker - sunsun jvp120 but it seems too powerful. So the question is if it's harmful to the fish? And can I somehow lower the flow because I can see that it is pushing the guppies quite fast. Your answer is greatly appreciated 🙂

[@nicholast.m.519]

That is way too much flow. If u didn’t know guppies can not constantly fight against strong currents because they will quickly get tired and this could lead to death. Another possibility is that they get sucked in and get ripped to shreds. Honestly with only 54 liters as long as your filter is pushing water that should be enough for 6 guppies.

[@nicholast.m.519]

Also that wave maker pushes 793 gallons per hour and your tank is 14 gallons. That is way too overpowered and unnecessary.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Your tank is too small for a wavemaker. Watch the video until the end, I mention that for your size tank an airstone would be better for good surface agitation and water movement.

[@Prent22]

What if you have 1 canister filter and 2 wavemakers? where would you put your intake?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Intake goes on same side as Wavemaker on top. Watch this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3jbqIqZlNecq6M

[@jesusisoursavior2682]

brother did your off your wave maker in thr night?

[@KaveManAquatics]

No I Dont. I leave it on 24/7

[@timothywheaton9867]

Would this work with a sump ?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Well your sumps overflows are on top. But its still helpful to keep the waste moving so it reaches your overflows.

[@timothywheaton9867]

@@KaveManAquatics but in theory it’s less effective

[@rookie260]

Whats your background called and where can i buy one? Based in the uk. Stay blessed

[@KaveManAquatics]

All my backgrounds are from aquadecorbackgrounds.com Tell them KaveMan sent you, lol Also use code Kaveman10 at checkout for a 10% discount 😊

[@RosinBoii]

@@KaveManAquatics I literally bought one like 2 weeks ago, wish I knew this info 🤦‍♂️

[@trinca5826]

It's hard for me to get that wave because of the shape of my tank, I have a corner tank so it's difficult

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yea, a bit trickier in a corner tank.

[@taylorsprincz3624]

Yo my man where did you get that rock background!!?

[@KaveManAquatics]

All my backgrounds are from aquadecorbackgrounds.com Tell them KaveMan sent you, lol Also use code Kaveman10 at checkout for a 10% discount 😊

[@Mr-du3ng]

In my Quarantine tank, I don't have any kind of biological media or any kind of beneficial bacteria. So how often should I change the water?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Dose with prime and stability every day and just do regular weekly or bi-weekly water changes…

[@KaveManAquatics]

And add a small sponge filter

[@bzig8988]

Do you notice one canister filter gets dirtier more so than the other based on this placement?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Absolutely, the intake on wavemaker side will always be dirtier. Which means the wave maker is doing its best job 😊

[@EggSpotTank]

that’s exactly my tank setup. one of my canister gets more 💩 than the other one. 🤣

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yup, mine too. Normal when intakes are on opposite ends 😁👍

[@KennethStappen]

That you in The Marine Picture ?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes Sir! 25 years ago 💪

[@KennethStappen]

@KaveManAquatics awesome my Brother was a marine as well 3 of my kids are serving 2 Navy 1 Army 👊💥🇺🇲

[@KennethStappen]

@KaveManAquatics absolutely love tour videos

[@rogueFactor]

brah, what. are you doin?! Are you tryin' to take those calcium deposits to the bank?! 🤣 CLR those glass lensessesssses. works like a charm!. rinse off, dry, no residue! on a serious note, i'ma go hunt for your install video of that 3D background. if that's what it is.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Bro I literally asked not to be judged! 🤣🤣 Dont hunt, I got you - kzbin.info/www/bejne/n5DGhpWwYtx4g9U

[@rogueFactor]

​@@KaveManAquatics Thats why my inner troll just couldn't help it! i only comment on channels that i'm subbed to and it's my way of letting fellow creators know that i'm watching. It's your fault that i brought my 55gal aquarium with sand substrate back with an overdue makeover... for it's single resident. 🐠 🤣

[@KaveManAquatics]

@@rogueFactor i will gladly take the blame!! 🤣 Thanks for watching bro!