MIND-BLOWING Seachem Tidal HOB Hack For Crystal Clear Water!

[@KaveManAquatics]

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[@geolinareed3113]

Got mine already🙂

[@shoaibshaikh3114]

Already bought it.

[@jawon70]

I have a saltwater tank. I use kannister filters for my tank that why i love your channel. Good tips that i can use. I have an in tank proteine skimmer,but this looks interesting because a can run my carbon etc in this instead of putting in my kannister filter.Do you use in tank proteine skimmer?Or its not done in freshwater aquariums

[@Phase2017]

Hello I brought and downloaded the ebook but the file doesn’t seem to open. Any suggestions or tips ?

[@jaybadass.comnet]

Great channel kaveman.1 of the best on youtube.

[@dereklane6966]

Just want to say that I've been watching all your videos and nobody explains the basics as well as the advanced like you do. After watching this video I immediately ordered 2 Seachem Tidal 75's, and I've had them for about a week and a half now and I'm actually seeing the positive results of these HOB's. Thank you for making this video because it has truly educated me. Derek

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thats awesome!! Glad to hear the video and the Tidals have helped out! Thank you for the positive feedback!

[@K2Kevin]

What a great 💡 I can’t believe I haven’t thought of separating the poly from FX6 canister and place it in HOB for easy replacement. Brilliant!!!! Seachem does have solid and trusted products, great to see you spotlighting great companies.

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure bro! Glad I could help! Maintenance will be a so much easier now 😁

[@patbrewer-felix2235]

I had a problem with the poly fil, It caused the water to come from the top. I woke up to a wet mess in the living room.

[@kimbreewallace7662]

@@patbrewer-felix2235 You must either have too little poly fil or too much. I just did this beginner aquarium enthusiast 3yrs now. I decided to do this method a week ago after ordering my Tidal 110. Set it up 2 days ago with just the polyfil first. Then today will add the purigen. No overfill with just poly fil yet. Try it again. I have high hopes for this. Good luck.

[@99Canecas]

Well done Kev . Little hack for anyone i traced out the blue filter with some egg crate and made a bracket to sit on top to hold everything in works really well if you do it right.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Great tip! 💪

[@ΝέστοραςΠαναγιώτης]

The best aquatic KZbinr !! The MVP in the aquazone!! Your tips are the best ! Your helped me a teenager , to fully understand and enjoy the hobby without death of fish , ammonia spikes etc. Thanks to your video i can now sit and enjoy my beautiful 60 litres tank(15.85 gallon) !

[@jhonkawa]

I just put an FX6 and 407 on my 90 gallon overstocked peacock tank but kept seeing particles in the water. Thankfully I stumbled across this video! I had a spare Tidal 110 laying around! Stuffed it with some polyfil and within a few hours the water was crystal clear! As usual, thanks for the tip, Kev!

[@biggaizbetta]

This video was posted with perfect timing. I’ve been researching the Tidal filter for a while now. Reading reviews and looking to see who offered this filter at the best price. I want to use the filter for the same purpose of this video, as a polishing filter. I have a overstocked 55 gallon Cichlid tank. I’m using a Fluval FX6 and a Fluval 407 and wanted a add a HOB filter as a polisher. Thanks for making this video Kev. Seeing the features compared to reading the features sealed the deal for me. Now all we needed was for the company to give you a code for your Subscribers to make a purchase. I will be entering the contest, wish me luck LOL. Keep the videos coming Kev. Kaveman family keeping the aquarium hobby alive 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@KaveManAquatics]

Great minds bro!! Glad you enjoyed the video, no codes yet but Im working on those for the near future! 😁😁

[@salcanzonieri]

they are not as great as people claim, they have a lot of hassles.

[@Wheelz2Zero6]

I've got the Tidal 35 on my 10-gallon tank. This is the first time I've ever done a tank that has all plants and natural stuff. And the Tidal 35 is amazing. My water is Crystal Clear always and on top of that, it's very easy to clean. Since it's my only filter, I do end up using the rocks, I put them in the bag that it came with. On top of the Rocks I put basically but you're using but I cut it into the shape I want for polishing, and I have three layers then on top of that I have another foam block. This is basically where the water comes out and it collects anything left over because it's a fine foam and it also prevents my fish from jumping into my filter. I recently had the foam block sitting a little bit back further and I came in my room and seen a fish on my floor, and it was dead and hard and my cat was playing with it. I came to the conclusion that they were jumping upstream and running into the block and then bouncing out on top of my aquarium glass and then bouncing on the floor. I lost 3 of them this way. Anyway, I moved the foam block forward more so there's a lip and if they were to try to swim upstream, they'd hit it and then bounced straight back down I'm hoping. Wish me luck.

[@slapchop7166]

I've always loved Tidal HOBs! I also love to use over-filtration. I have a 75G with a Fluval FX-6 and I have a 36G bow front that I use the Tidal 110 for. The Tidal is whisper quiet and keeps my water crystal clear. For the Tidal setup, I use the coarse pad at the bottom, then a polish fill, then a bag of Purigen, then the biomedia bag included which helps hold everything down. I'll never use any other HOB than Tidal!! In addition, for both aquarium filters, I use a large pre-filter sponge for the intake! It make s a HUGE difference on the amount of gunk that gets caught and extends the filter maintenance even further, which in turn prevents me from disturbing all the beneficial bacteria I have in my filters!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Great setup! 💪

[@fd4340]

Funny, I don't seem to get much gunk on my prefilter, most of mine gets trapped in the pinky floss. Some people say due to the style of this filter the pre filter is a waste of time

[@migueleespinosa2632]

Kevin you are getting better and better with your presentations. The polyfil is a quick fix but not optimal in the long run. I prefer dense foam approach. If good quality it will be reusable for many months, if not years. Simply rinse, squeeze it out and done. I've own the Tidal 110 and definitely recommend it. Having a surface skimmer is a major plus for oxygen exchange and gas release, many overlook its importance. Please let your audience know that purigen is rechargeable unlike carbon. Be blessed.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you for the great tips and feedback Sir! Yes some will prefer a pad over the poly fil 😁

[@fd4340]

I've noticed you have to be careful with this filter, too much foam or poly can cause bypass and the blue button will pop right up

[@rodolfoavila466]

Hey, this might seem confusing to someone new in the hobby but what do you mean by purigen being rechargeable , Thanks

[@mtb7725]

@@fd4340I’ve been having this issue lately. I have activated carbon and another medium. Is there any way to stop the over flow without having to remove the medium

[@brianmizway9324]

​@rodolfoavila466 normal package of carbon has to be discarded after a mth or so cuz the carbon gets used up and won't absorb oders and junk anymore. So there is a product called purigen that comes in these pouches that also contain and act like carbon I guess. Well it too will lose its abilities just like regular carbon but somehow there is a way to clean and restore the purigen package so that it can actually be used again. That's why they call it rechargeable cuz you can restore it to be used again without having to throw it away every mth.

[@ruthwalker5179]

I have 2 of these now for a 29 gallon and 46 gallon which are quarantine in grow out tanks for my cichlids. I love them for all the features you mention! 🎉

[@KaveManAquatics]

Those are some well filtered tanks!! 😁💪💪

[@mpfoote]

Great idea! I watched this video a few weeks ago and decided to try this. 3 months ago, I went with a Cascade 1000 canister filter and removed my Tidal 110. The Tidal was just sitting there in the box doing nothing, so I pulled it out of "retirement". I used the blue sponge, a bunch of polyfill, then a mesh bag of Seachem matrix on top to hold the fluffy polyfill down. I turned the flow down to about 1/2, because my tank is only a 55. The Cascade 1000 does a good job by itself, but this certainly took it up a notch! My tank has never been cleaner!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad to hear it!! 😊 BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com

[@mpfoote]

@@KaveManAquatics Thanks. I just downloaded the app and I'll check it out.

[@martindelessio9469]

JUST GOT A 110 TO SETUP AND PLAN TO GET ANOTHER AND USE 2 EXACTLY LIKE YOU SAID …ONE MAIN FILTER AND ONE POLISHER !!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Congrats!! 😁

[@Bluembuna79]

I just bought this today. I loaded it up with only matrix rock and left the coarse sponge in the bottom. I have a 75-gallon cichlid tank. I also run a fluval 407 and a topfin pro 110. I just want more bio since the tank has 15 fish in it, and they are growing.

[@oinkmastersupremeforever]

This looks like a blessing for someone like me. I've used many hang on the back filters and honestly I hate them for many reasons including the fact of losing some during a time of power outage come back home and the motor has burned out and my fish gasping for air After a lifetime of lupus with 23 surgeries already and more to come I am physically disabled and every decision I make with fish keeping or anything for that matter has to be very carefully thought out. I would be eternally grateful to have something like this to work with! Now Trying to fight with Social security for financial benefits has left me with nothing to work with except continue using my Old Biowheel HOB filters which ( everyone knows They stopped spending after short amount of time which makes them redundant?) I have recently become a subscriber to your channel and I have to say your way of teaching all of us is amazing: Your direct yet personable way of speaking to all of us not talking down to any of us is a wonderful method 😎😎 Thank you for all teachings and suggestions. Even something as simple as a money-saving way of building a beneficial bacteria instead of a canister filter as demonstrated in one of your previous videos could be a substantial savings for someone like me who is struggling with equipment that should be replaced. Thank you again for your awesome channel I'm very happy to be part of your fish keeping group! PS I have a large rescue group of fish and in the group are seven blood parrots in various sizes. Half of them were sick and two of them are deformed.Having never had these beautiful fish before they're incredible personalities are beyond belief! They eat out of my hand everyday and allow me to cup them in my hands and play with them in their tank.I definitely get it.. everyone should have at least One 🧠💭😎😎😎🧡 PSS I'm also looking to adopt a large group of African cichlids and three synodontis catfish. Now this I'm proceeding with extreme caution because it they seem like they are a lot of work but with your Course it might give me more confidence in my 🧠 I just want my body to cooperate.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Luckily you have a love for this hobby which im certain brings you a lot of joy! Im happy to hear you've been enjoying the channel and thank you very much for that positive feedback! Welcome to the family! 😊

[@oinkmastersupremeforever]

Thank you 💕 And thank you again for your amazing videos! My dad's lady has developed an interest through me for fish keeping, finds it fascinating. With all of my struggles she appreciates how much this hobby has helped me mentally ( not physically,that's a big struggle)she absolutely loves your videos too! 💕 I love to give hugs of gratitude and thanks so here you go: 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗 PS: I am looking to buy the equipment necessary today on Cyber Monday for the substitute for the python. To me that makes so much more sense then a python especially since water pressure is not great. With A 100 ft hose I can fit and reach to anywhere in the house and with the big enough pump I should have plenty enough water pressure to do my necessary water changes

[@kevindixo2020]

Kev... As I move and grow in this hobby you have been such a tremendous help... Thank you for this video ordered mine today. I have a 125 gallon... And I had Geo's and rainbow fish and this makes so much sense. Every time I need help I'll go to your University thanks professor Kev... Keep the science coming brother ✌🏾

[@KaveManAquatics]

All my pleasure bro! Glad you're enjoying the channel and finding the content helpful 😁

[@dr.thaliaw9881]

Kev, you and Seachem make a great team. I would not be a successful keeper without you both!! I have two 20’s, a 45 and a 40. Now that Seachem has a great new filter, I’m looking at a 50 for my two red parrots. 💜💜💜

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you so much!! 😊

[@GenRN]

I have a 35 on a 22 gallon Neolamprologus multifaciatus multies tank. So silent and I love everything about it. I love you and everything about Seachem.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you so much! Seachem and I thank you! 😊

[@Gobrian44]

Love the video. 100s of videos out there on the tidal series but this one is head and shoulders above them all! Great practical use guide. Can’t wait to see more.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you so much!! Appreciate the positive feedback! Glad you enjoyed it 😁💪

[@Mbartn]

Hey Kev, THANK YOU for your review of this filter. My filter, Aqueon 75 pro just crapped on me and was about to buy another one when an advertisement for Tidal 55 popped up, which led me to your video 👏👏👏🙌, it arrived today! Ty

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure bro, you will love that filter and never switch to anything else! Enjoy! 😁💪

[@davidburnell6889]

Hi Kevin - Can you tell me what is the clearance needed behind the tank for the installation of a Seachem 75?

[@dolphinliam888]

I bought the Tidal 75 just to polish my water with my Fluval 407 It's the best hang on filter in the world. It's so simple, it's an ingenious simple design. It's a great protein skimmer. Also such good value to have as an emergency standby filter. And, it's do easy to cut your own pads. Truly superb!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Happy to hear that! And I totally agree! 😊

[@juliedang848]

My power went out while I was at work. I came home and noticed a cranking sound several hours later...my filter almost burnt up! This filter is genius!!!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yup, by far the number 1 design element that’s makes this king!

[@jrjones714]

I have a Tidal 55 and love it. I change it every two weeks. I have the "big blue" filter on the bottom and then subsequently finer filtration, in 3 levels, with the polishing pad on the top. I have Purigen next and Matrix on the top. (This is out of order but it does work.) I wouldn't change the Tidal 55 for the world. And it is all thanks to.....the Kaveman. The best fishkeeper on the Planet! After Christmas, I'll be ordering an 80-90 gallon tank for the living room and moving the three little tanks to a spare bedroom. Once the big boy is in place, I'll sell the two smallest tanks and save the 20 as a hospital tank. I'm really excited about doing this. I'm actually dreaming about aquariums and tropical fish. And if any of you haven't visited Kev's 3D background source do it now.

[@danieljeffries6430]

Great Kev, I have the Tidal 75 also it’s a Excellent HOB filter and I have it on my Tank also as a extra water polisher 😎keep the good work coming

[@KaveManAquatics]

Awesome brother! Glad you enjoyed the video!! 😁😁

[@ivanalovemore1686]

Another awesome video :-) I have a second Tidal 110 just for polishing on my new 75 gallon. I dont even take the basket out. I get a bowl, remove cover, take out the yucky polyfill and stuff it with fresh. Bam.....Done. :-)

[@KaveManAquatics]

😁

[@fortythealfa7245]

What’s good bro it was nice meeting you. I told my boy I know that guy he from KZbin I learn a lot watching your channel thanks keep up the good work

[@KaveManAquatics]

Oh snap! Thanks bro, nice meeting you too! You officially the first one to spot me out in the real world!! LOL

[@jroam2659]

I just got one of this tidal 75 for $10 i have a canister filter on my 30 G tank and its really nice to see that I can use it as a polishing

[@KaveManAquatics]

Congrats on that steal! And on your future crystal clear water 😊💪

[@MikesSirAlot]

I’m going to say to everyone, you must watch this video. After I saw this video and heard from 2 more popular KZbinrs and online reading (got to do your homework), the Seachem Tidal is the KING HOB filter. I also followed Kaveman's set up with the sponge first, then Polyfill in the middle "like that like so” but used the rock bag medium on top that comes with Seachem filter instead of Seachem Purigen. CLEAR WATER, forget the other HOB's. Also using Seachem with polyfill is cheaper and easier as you can buy your own cheaper mediums + the pull-out filter tray is like the Lazy Suzy of the hobby...SOOO easy to change. Other filters you must use their costly proprietary filter cartridges that is such a rip-off and cloudiness don’t go away. I have Seachem Tidal 75 by the way.

[@aaronayers3465]

I don't have Instagram. But this is a must for my new tank coming in on Friday. Super excited! Thanks Kev and seachem!

[@jeffbarnes2014]

Hey Kev I purchased the Seachem 75 model filter and the poly and the purigen. I did it exactly like you did but had a problem with the poly and the purigen want to come out of the filter . Solution I used a zipper mesh bag and put the poly and purigen in side and it works like a charm .

[@KaveManAquatics]

Nice! Great tip!

[@stevenwill]

That's why i purchased the Tidal 75 in addition to a Fluval 207 canister. Now I'm able to run the Purigen in the Tidal 75 instead of my canister and servicing the media couldn't be any easier.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Excellent!! 😁💪

[@thelonewrangler1008]

Ive had this filter for years and absolutely love it but I really wish I knew about the lid and basket option for a no mess change😂

[@KaveManAquatics]

I loved that lil feature also when I found out about it lol

[@messi1010ramirez]

Great video! Saw you had a review for the tidal after recommending it in a comment! I’m just trying to figure out how to transfer my fish into a new tank haha. My old filter has a bio wheel/cartridge so how would I preserve any media to the new tank.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Use the bio media from the old filter in the new one. If there wasn’t any bio-media and all you had was the wheels, run both filters together for about 2 weeks while the beneficial bacteria transfers over. 😁

[@messi1010ramirez]

@@KaveManAquaticsok sounds like a plan , so running the two filters with the fish inside too?

[@yamilieramirez6250]

All I know is my 55 gallon african cichlid tank🐠 is thriving thanks to you 😎

[@KaveManAquatics]

Awesome to hear it!!! Glad I could help! 😁

[@maxkeller2673]

Kev, I got the Tidal 110 for my 60 gallon (40 mbunas with 2 sunsun filters). Love the Tidal 110, thanks for the tip!

[@KaveManAquatics]

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

[@mikefaulkner6132]

Tidal 35 is my go to for quarantine tank. Super simple to set up with some seeded media and break down when not in use.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Absolutely! 😁💪

[@skeet77777]

Fluval or seachem 110 what filter do you recommend? I’m putting it on my 55 gallon I just picked up a 75 last night that’s getting the 407 on it. I got a lot of work to do my pack from snake river cichlids come in tomorrow. I’m trying to get the 75 up and running.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Tidal 110 is the boss hang on back filter - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJjYmGasa6mngNU

[@skeet77777]

@@KaveManAquatics thanks bro got 2 on the way

[@fd4340]

I have 2 110's on my 60 gallon. There seems to be contradicting info on whether or not a pre filter will work with this filter due to the skimmer and intake just under the skimmer( not the intake tube). What's your opinion on this...thx

[@KaveManAquatics]

I dont ever use pre-filters. Cleaning those is more of a pain than cleaning my filters on a schedule...just my opinion though 😊

[@skeet77777]

purigen bags I got are 100 gallon can I still use them in my 55 and 40 gallon will that mess anything up?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yea, you can. Just 1 in each tank. It wont harm anything, but the extra you're using wont make it stronger either 😊

[@skeet77777]

@@KaveManAquatics can I still use carbon pads with it

[@KaveManAquatics]

Sure, it wont hurt anything.

[@rickhamm4679]

Hay brother love your vids. I use a Marineland 150 on my 20 high. Added intake sponge,puritan and filled it with foam. My tank is crystal clear and fish are happy.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Good stuff

[@stevescarsfish2175]

I have the 35 on my betta tank. I love it so each to clean. Just put some sponges and poly fil keeps the water crisp and clean. The betta loves I can keep the flow down and it doesn’t blow him all over. Oh and the self prime is the best

[@valdurio52]

Hey Kev.. your great.. so I’m running 2 tidal 110’s on my Datnoid 150g… both set up the same 2 blue sponges, polyfil, carbon, bio rings, matrix in separate bags. Should I just have 2 blue sponges the matrix, bio rings in one filter #1…and just 2 blue sponges polyfil and purgin in the other #2….as a polishing filter? And #2 would need maintenance more often than #2. Can I make changes all at once or during water change. Thanks

[@KaveManAquatics]

That all depends on how much bacteria your tank needs. Most likely you will still be able to grow more than enough even with the second filter being used for polishing (bacteria will still grow on your blue sponges) but you want to make sure you don’t get any ammonia spikes if/when you make the switch. Try it out and see how your tank does. But keep Prime and Stability on hand just in case.

[@Shadow-wn5fw]

Man, after watching this video I did the modification. It made a great different.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Great to hear! Glad I could help bro! 😊💪

[@Mr68hemicuda]

I have the Tidal series filters on all 10 of my tanks, including my 125 gallon Discus and Severum tank. (2 of the 110). I switched all my filters to these about a year ago, best decision I've ever made for my fish, water is always crystal clear. These are hands down te best HOB filter on the planet

[@KaveManAquatics]

Totally agree with you!! 😊

[@CarlosAlvarez-fv3di]

Great video is it loud the water trickling ? I have my tank in my bedroom I have a Marineland 360 bio wheel super quiet except for the water trickling into the tank even with the water to the top of the tank

[@KaveManAquatics]

If the water level is above the spout you wont hear a thing 😊

[@CarlosAlvarez-fv3di]

@@KaveManAquatics thank you 🙏 love all your videos 🐟🐠

[@jimmylopez5209]

Will this setup work for a Res turtle tank? Thank you for all your great tips!

[@chadpruitt8851]

Just wanted to say thank you for introducing to me the Seachem Tidal filters. I’ve got 2 110 on my 65 gallon African Cichlid aquarium (along with canister filter), a 110 on my 75 gallon peaceful tank, and a 75 on the 40 gallon tall planted aquarium I bought for my wife. All of them have Purigen too. Crystal clear!!! Also got all of the nutrients you put in your Cichlid food and works great!!

[@KaveManAquatics]

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

[@chadpruitt8851]

Love love love your channel!!

[@Agentshadowolf]

Since I have the uniclife 3400gph wavemaker on my 125 gallon tank to cycle the water around to move debris into my 2 FX6 filters, if I put a Tidal 110 on my tank will it break the water cycling already going since its a HOB filter?

[@KaveManAquatics]

It may cause a disturbance in the flow, but I dont think it will be detrimental. But with that said, if you already have 2 fx6 on a 125, its probably more than enough filtration already. If you're wanting to add more because your water isnt clear enough, the problem is most likely not the filtration. It's something else...

[@skeet77777]

Thanks again can’t wait for the filters to get here. definitely a nice giveaway someone got lucky that’s what’s up

[@KaveManAquatics]

You're gonna love it!

[@ryanshea6141]

So if you go this approach how often are you changing this poly fil? Every week during a weekly water change?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Polishing media, both poly-fil and chemical media should be changed monthly but of course it depends on how fast it gets clogged.

[@rudybriskar5267]

I have two Tidal 55 filters. They've been running for several years. I just recently replaced the impellers. They were still working but I replaced them anyway.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Beasts!!! 💪💪

[@mtb7725]

Kev whats the best media to use for a HOB tidal filter. I have a 75 and 110. After seeing this I’ll set up my 75 as a polishing filter. What’s a better substitute for activated carbon?

[@iamthepolice]

Hi excellent video. Any advice for a cold water tank which gets green algae all the time with UV light??? Its not in direct sunlight no excess food given to fish. Nitrates, pH is no issues there. I don't know what to do? Is it the led lights causing it I've got one yellow and one white tubes led ones

[@KaveManAquatics]

That would be my guess...too much light. Go for 6 hours or less and see if the algae starts to reduce. Other option to try is adding some algae eaters...check this out - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZSskoJoq56VgJY

[@MatthewDeWinter]

I have seen you using a hose adapter for water changes connected to both the hot and cold taps. I have always avoided using hot water thinking that the sediment that usually builds up in a water heater would add unwanted minerals or hardness into your aquarium. Is that not the case?

[@KaveManAquatics]

It’s possible. But that’s why using Seachem Prime during every water change is so important. It removes those heavy metals additional to removing chlorine and chloramine while also detoxifying ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate 😁

[@samanthabuchwitz3085]

I use this on my 55 gallon and pimped it out! Thanks for the tips!

[@KaveManAquatics]

Glad I could help 😊

[@patrol-naustralia4415]

Big Kev first video I ever watched of yours i love your energy and the way you deliver your content amazing you have gain a subscription 😊

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank yo bro! Welcome aboard!

[@FishRfun]

I had to recently quit the hobby due to health issues, but I used to run 2 seachem tidal 110s on my 55g and the water was always crystal clear

[@AdamUS123-j7q]

Hello 👋🏼 my 75 gallon overstocked African cichlids tank has been getting nitrate nearly half less than it used to and I still feed the same and the cichlids are getting bigger and bigger but the nitrate just seems to be getting slower and slower?? And idea what’s going on

[@KaveManAquatics]

When your tank matures, with good maintenance practices, anaerobic bacteria can begin to grow and colonize in your substrate and in your bio media. This is very good! They reduce nitrates. If you have plants in your tank, the more they grow the more nitrates they reduce also...congratulations! 😊

[@AdamUS123-j7q]

@@KaveManAquatics Thankyou I don’t have plants but I do have slit it surface area in that tank!

[@keithgraczyk-uu8kn]

When you have a canister filter and a HOB on the same tank. How do you position them both for proper water flow? Intakes and returns placement?

[@HotPockets88]

I've been really wanting to try the tidal 110!!! Currently running fx6s and aquaclear 110s

[@HotPockets88]

Love the surface skimmer and self priming is a must for sure. the aquaclears severely lack in that department

[@KaveManAquatics]

Totally agree with you brother David!

[@CookingWithThatown2]

Question. what did you do with the bio media bag that came with the filter, are they supposed to sit on top of the poly fil as the top layer of the filter or are just to be placed anywhere inside the tank. Also. I bough the tidal 55 polishing pad, if we are using poly fil does this basically do the same job as the poly fil and I don't need them?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Correct, the polishing pad will have the same effect as the poly fil. I just stored the bio-media because I set this up as polishing only, meaning only mechanical media. If it's your only filter then definitely use the bio-media bag. It goes on top of the polishing pad, which is on top of the blue course sponge.

[@CookingWithThatown2]

@@KaveManAquatics ok thanks for the reply… currently I have it set up blue course sponge, poly-fil, and the bio media bag on top of that. Currently 5 small cichlids in the tank trying to see how many I can get comfortably with no issues.

[@sheilah2140]

Does the sponge need any care, cleaning or replacement?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes, the sponge does get dirty and need to be cleaned, but it wont ever need replacement. You'll have tons of beneficial bacteria on it and you dont want to lose them 😊

[@MRFLIP]

Sup boss. Question for my Aqueon 200 canester filter came with a few options. Skimmer / flow valve / or water dropper. Would you say the skimmer is the best option? And if so should I remove the charcoal slide in filter and replace it with a reusable sponge? Or should I run the charcoal in the canister filter and the skimmer ? Thank you bro much love

[@KaveManAquatics]

I would definitely stop using cartridges. Go with reusable sponges to save BB. You can still add carbon if you'd like as well. Watch this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5_Pd5itormleNk

[@MRFLIP]

@@KaveManAquatics thank you ill watch that video now

[@manunav7336]

If you use a second filter as a polisher Which side of the tank would you put it? Does it matter

[@scottroberts3881]

Best review of this HOB filter..plus the idea of using this as a polishing filter because this filter is very easy to clean.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@gk9417]

I have a 110 and 75 in a 55g and the they have to much bypass around the basket I have my baskets with two foam filters and homebio balls and filter floss and purigen bag 😂👍✌️🇨🇦

[@jamesdoyle7317]

Hey Kev, another great video. It was full of info I didn't know. Will deffitnally be looking at the Tidal 110.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thanks bro, Glad I could help! 😊

[@Tony-yy9cc]

KaveMan, U are a Gun ! U definitely know how to sell a product, Tidal 110 is exactly what i'm going with ! Great presentations thumbs up

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro! Glad you enjoyed the video! 😁💪

[@georgejadwin8045]

Who sells them filters because I've never seen them never seen it at PetSmart or Petco and I live in Illinois could you please let me know thank you

[@dojodragonsllc]

Thank you for posting my dude your awsome man don’t quit this is so great going through all these topics thanks again for being you

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro, it’s my pleasure! Glad you’re enjoying the channel! 😊💪

[@mannyc.4298]

Nice Kev!! How often should you change your polyfil?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Depends on your tank fish and setup. But you'll be able to see when its getting dirty and clogged, plus the blue button will pop up and let you know. 😊

[@ivanchirino8892]

I have a question how often is recommended to change the (purigen). And. Can I keep Frontozas with discos ???????

[@KaveManAquatics]

Usually about once a month but it really just depends on your bio-load in the tank. I wouldnt keep frontosa with Discus, problems will happen.

[@JonDean-o4g]

Hey Kev! Im going to purchase the Seachem Tidal 75 what media should I put in it besides the bio and sponge it comes with to start a new tank off as my only primary filter?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thats all you need! If you wanted to add fish right away, This video will be helpful! - kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3TYoqyilsaeaac BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com

[@thesush4066]

I know this a long time later but what do you do with the matrix then? Does it then go on top of everything else or right on top of the sponge?

[@barbieboop5738]

So I can use this method with the polly fill only as a secondary filter. I would still need my Top Fin pro 50 with the media right? Would you recommend this filter as the main or only filter with media? Thanks Barbie

[@essoeasy]

Super new and starting with a 65 gallon tank which will eventually host Angel fish and some tank mates and clean up crews…. Are you saying I should have one filter primarily for my bio media and then this filter as a secondary? That will be maintenances more often than the other filter? Sorry if I sound like I know nothing… Just want to really wrap my head around this

[@Dahmer4949]

Question is it OK to use ceramic rings on top of the poly fill?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes, absolutely! 😊

[@danielaguilar7526]

Happy to see you moving up bro keep up the good work, I have this filter for my 55 gallon.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you bro! 😁💪

[@skelatonman]

great filter the only thing I would change is the shape of the media basket. Im running one on a 20 gallon with the flow set on the lowest setting :)

[@cubana6698]

Thank you very much for all your videos are great. I have a 72 gallon tank with an fx6 filter. 6 adult African cyclids and three adult red parrots. but I had babies and I would like to stay with some that are now in another tank because they are small (I have 15) How many do you recommend that I can stay to join the older ones? Thank you.

[@KaveManAquatics]

You can probably keep them all. African Cichlid tanks are usually overstocked for good reason. But keep them in a grow out until they get much bigger.

[@cubana6698]

@@KaveManAquatics Thanks. quick question. Do you have any videos in how to prepare the tank for american cichilds?

[@DB49ers80]

Great video. I have the 75 as a polisher on my 75 and it's the best HOB I've ever used

[@KaveManAquatics]

Nice!! 😁💪

[@gerardoguillen2237]

I have a fluval 110 at the moment, would you recommend i swap to a tidal 110? Seems to be more effective, SEEMS lol

[@x2badrip4u]

Should I use a 110 for a 65 gallon goldfish tank? 5 fish and I feed 2 times a day

[@KaveManAquatics]

Wouldnt hurt at all 😊

[@SqueezyQueen]

I have a 55 gallon tank with stocked with 15 cichlid Julie's that are 1"-4" these cute babies seem like to keep my water dirty with my current marineland 55 tank filter I was wondering if the tidal 110 would keep my tank crystal clear

[@robynwatt2546]

Can I use the tidal on my first 40 gallon breeder saltwater tank. I cnt risk a sump in my home right now. What else do you recommend for my first 40 gallon breeder with HOB filter

[@wtlyn72]

Thanks for the detailed information on the TIdal filter. I wasn't sure if it was worth it but now am sold. am definitely going to consider the Tidal 35. Thanks again!

[@KaveManAquatics]

My pleasure! Glad I could help! 😊

[@Gimme3263]

I have a 75 gallon over stocked cichlid tank with a Tidal 110. After watching this video would it be best to get a FX4 or a 2nd Tidal 110 for crystal clear water? Thanks

[@KaveManAquatics]

I would go with an fx6 and also keep the tidal as well. I had an fx6 and a 407 on my overstocked 75 at one point.

[@Gimme3263]

@KaveMan Aquatics Thanks for the response, I will go that route. I love your channel and all the content you put out.

[@KevinLee-pq5sm]

Best filter ever made.

[@KaveManAquatics]

💪💪

[@storre1979]

Does the tidel come with its materials to put in it when you buy it? Trying to grind something for a 60 gallon I just bought.

[@KaveManAquatics]

Yes it does. Comes with everything you need to get going!

[@darb4091]

HOBs are great, the biggest bang for the buck with their biggest shortcoming being the fact that they short circuit (draw in the same water they just filtered) a good percentage of the time. As for brands, I am in the AQ camp. I have had numerous units over the years and never had a problem with one restarting after a power failure (very rare) or unplugging it. The one big plus of the AQ is the availability of of an aftermarket filter basket which is 100 times better than any stock basket. Also purigen is rechargeable as noted on the directions, you strip away what it has absorbed with bleach for a few cycles and then it is gone.

[@johnmaude5065]

On my 6 x 2 x 2 tank I’m using a FX6, FX4 and two tidal 110’s, my tank looks like the fish are floating on air the water is that clear 👍

[@KaveManAquatics]

Very nice! 😊💪

[@rodolfoavila466]

Hey Kev, really like your channel very informative, do you recommend this mod on the the Tidal 55 alone as only filtration on smaller tanks. Thanks

[@wesstaff2493]

Does these fit on a wide rim tank (180 gallon)?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Absolutely! 😁

[@alangruesbeck7083]

Can the Tidal 110 hold it's own as a stand alone filter for a 75 gallon tank or do I need a canister as well?

[@KaveManAquatics]

It absolutely can, but it depends what kind of fish, how many, and what size they are to be sure.

[@alltankedup]

I have one on the side of my 7 ft tank. I love my 110 tidal 🔥🐠. I used the blue sponge, wool and polyfilter along with a few balls of left over marine pure. Occasionally I add activated carbon or chemipure. I love how it creates surface agitation. Great video mate ⚡️

[@Stacyahmad99]

Replaced all my aquaclear filters in July with Tidals. I bought the 110,75,and even the 35. I thought these were great filters until my female bettas were getting trapped under the basket. I had a sponge filter on all the intakes and even on the skimmer. After almost 8 females I got rid of all these filters and went to a Fluval 407 canister for my 75gal and a 207 for my 30 gallon. No more deaths.

[@KaveManAquatics]

I do agree that canisters are the next level of filtration after HOB's. Sorry to hear you lost some fish. Never heard of fish getting trapped by the Tidal...Possible that the flow in your tank was causing them to migrate their and then couldnt get out??? Not sure, again, sorry for that loss.

[@Stacyahmad99]

@@KaveManAquatics I even went to my LFS that sells these filters and asked how they were getting under the basket whole when I have everything covered with sponge and even having a baffle on the front. They were at a loss as well. I love my canisters...I wish I would've switched over a long time ago.

[@dacker43]

Great video as usual. I have a 110 I installed on my 72 gallon. It is not quiet. It is sitting firmly on the tank so the noise isn’t caused by vibration that I can tell. What else should I check? Do I have a dud?

[@KaveManAquatics]

Possibly! Is your tank water level all the way to the top? Could be the surface skimmer making noise due to lack of water.

[@johnnyaguilarjr.9920]

I tried putting one on my 125 it was noisy not as quiet as I expected it to be I I did have my tank water high. Give it a try but after 5 minutes I put it back in the box and shipped it back to Amazon

[@JangLilBitofErrthang]

I got the ac110 with a marketplace deal still satisfied

[@steviecheng1812]

I have. 3ft tank and using Fluval 307 canister filter. Feel like adding a tidal 35 or oase hof. You think it work?

[@losangeles_cichilds]

Awesome video Kev !

[@KaveManAquatics]

Thank you my bro!! 😁💪