Fluval Flex Update 10 Part 1: Conversion to shrimp tank

[@per.aspera.ad.astra92]

Great job, I will be implementing your "diffuser" technique to make my 9gal Flex Tank Betta friendly!

[@TroutFink]

The problem with the flex 15 is the shrimp can still get into the compartments even with filters in the outlets. Added 12 small cherry shrimp and several ended up back compartment. They’re either sneaking through the side gaps of the outlets or climbing through the small gap at the top between the lid and the plastic barrier.

[@randomguyonyoutube3908]

I’ve had mine running for about 9 months and I’ve had shrimp(crystal reds) , they seem to be doing perfectly fine and they have started breeding , if you are worried about the baby shrimps getting sucked up they won’t trust me my baby crystal reds have all stayed alive and haven’t gotten trapped inside the filter at all

[@klxxu7197]

Hi! I have the 2.6 gallon version and it has a little inlet and im worried about it sucking in my baby shrimp, could I put another sponge over the water inlet near the bottom of the tank to help not suck in the babies? Sorry for the super late response but I just need help lol.

[@markusdowney5457]

for anyone reading this, i have celestial pearl danios and a orange shrimp also got stuck back there, ( they dont die, they chill untill u find them.)

[@MrSuluben]

Wspaniała modyfikacja boża ogółem.

[@CEO853]

So what happened with your tank? I want to make my 9 gal into a shrimp tank. Would love to see an update.

[@elchavo90]

What the update on your tank? Just got one and am looking at what other people are doing.

[@coolwater411]

How u got your lid to stand up?

[@InaSonnenmoser]

Great idea. Keep us posted how it goes with the added sponge please.

[@jeremy923]

Thank you so much, I most definitely will!

[@lulusunboxing1678]

What is the name of the plants you have in your fluval tank? It looks amazing

[@superflykid45]

I just got this tank I want to make it a shrimp tank , need more info please

[@lowellbentley]

Shrimp have no problem with this tank or the flow with stock parts. They do not flip put, they are actually really good swimmers. So who told you shrimp do not like flow?

[@TroutFink]

Good video. ...BUT If you’re slowing the current by blocking it with media it’s no more effective if you have a valve that restricts the flow. You’re still slowing your cycle rate regardless of how you block the water. I prefer the valve because it’s more effective to oxygenate the water through the surface

[@michaelfox6820]

I'm sure you are right. The filter diffuser does more than just redistribute the outflow. It also resists the flow, cutting down the rate. Is that harmful? I don't think so. The stock pump for the Fluval Flex 9 circulates 113 gallons/hr, which means that it turns over the water in the aquarium approximately 12 times per hour. Does one really need that rate of turnover?

[@TroutFink]

@@michaelfox6820 higher the turnover = better the filtering. But it comes to down oxygen. I prefer all of my tanks to have as much oxygenated water as possible. Having water reach into the air breaking the water surface provides more than just capping off the outlet with a filter. Not saying it can’t be done both ways, but that’s just my preference

[@denisepollitt1021]

Why didn't you just get a fluval pre filter sponge? They're perfect for this and are also black so not as unsightly.

[@jeremy923]

Oh wow I never saw those, but now that I look them up I think when my current ones need replacing I will purchase those and they'll blend in much better like you said, thank you!

[@rylanlujo6]

wheres part 2

[@conorkiser5727]

Activated carbon does not remove nutrients for plants, but nice vid 👍🏽

[@superflykid45]

Where’s part 2?

[@jeremy923]

Hi Martin14k, I haven't filmed part 2 yet because I've been waiting on some new parts and also inspiration for my tank design though I am just about ready to start filming so it should be up in a couple weeks.

[@superflykid45]

Alright bro thank you ,

[@SamFran]

@@jeremy923 :(

[@jacobmcclure9844]

This guy trying to suffocate a shrimp

[@davegoody7638]

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