Kaizen088 Posted August 29, 2013 Report Share Posted August 29, 2013 I've just acquired an IBC and wanted to know what other people have for filtration. Was thinking some sort of a DIY box filter setup on top using some storage tubs, possibly including some K1 as well. It's currently running a few Otto 800's. Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ado_84 Posted August 29, 2013 Report Share Posted August 29, 2013 (edited) mine are connected to a sump but an over head sump works well too.. or it keep it simple, just a big canister filter and keep the powerheads running Edited August 29, 2013 by ado_84 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donny@ageofaquariums Posted August 29, 2013 Report Share Posted August 29, 2013 I think if you were going to DIY one up, that the juwel aquarium style one would be simple and effective. Heck someone may even have one they have cut out of a juwel aquarium. Its sort of a powerhead/pump....... that sucks water from the second side of a box. wow a new level of bad description lol hmmm......... pictures maybe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dexxl Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 takes a fair bit of energy to run a pump to constantly cycle an IBC sufficiently for disinfection/nutrient removal. Consider the cost of energy vs the cost of water. 1 x IBC, energy might win, it's kind of on the fence.. 3 x IBC, my calculations were that flow through systems are cheaper & more efficient. Just saying... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotzy Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 im almost finished setting 2 up as an aquaponics system thought id try grow some veggies to feed the fish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
