Setting up canister filter media the right way makes all the difference and doing it the wrong way can impact the health of your aquarium. In this video, we break down the best media setup to maximize filtration efficiency in both Fluval 07 as well as Sicce Whale canister filters. From mechanical, biological, to chemical filtration, learn how to layer your filter media the right way for optimal water flow and performance. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced aquarist, these tips will help keep your tank clean and your fish happy.

 

Canister Filters
Fluval 107 Canister Filter
Fluval
Fluval 107 Canister Filter
$124.99 $124.99

Fluval 207 Canister Filter
Fluval
Fluval 207 Canister Filter
$144.99 $144.99

Fluval 307 Canister Filter
Fluval
Fluval 307 Canister Filter
1 Review
$189.99 $189.99

Fluval 407 Canister Filter
Fluval
Fluval 407 Canister Filter
$229.99 $229.99

Space EKO 100 Canister Filter
Sicce
Space EKO 100 Canister Filter
$119.99 $119.99

Space EKO 200 Canister Filter
Sicce
Space EKO 200 Canister Filter
$129.99 $129.99

Space EKO 300 Canister Filter
Sicce
Space EKO 300 Canister Filter
1 Review
$169.99 $169.99

EHEIM ecco pro 130 Canister Filter
Eheim
EHEIM ecco pro 130 Canister Filter
$87.99 $109.99

EHEIM ecco pro 200 Canister Filter
Eheim
EHEIM ecco pro 200 Canister Filter
$107.99 $134.99

EHEIM ecco pro 300 Canister Filter
Eheim
EHEIM ecco pro 300 Canister Filter
$127.99 $159.99

Reaction Pro 2.0 Canister Filter with 7W UV Sterilizer
JBJ
Reaction Pro 2.0 Canister Filter with 7W UV Sterilizer
$194.00 $194.00

Reaction Pro 2.0 Canister Filter with 13W UV Sterilizer
JBJ
Reaction Pro 2.0 Canister Filter with 13W UV Sterilizer
$245.00 $245.00

WHALE 120 Canister Filter (140 GPH)
Sicce
WHALE 120 Canister Filter (140 GPH)
3 Reviews
$97.49 $129.99

WHALE 200 Canister Filter (190 GPH)
Sicce
WHALE 200 Canister Filter (190 GPH)
1 Review
$104.99 $139.99

Fluval FX4 Canister Filter
Fluval
Fluval FX4 Canister Filter
$309.99 $309.99

Fluval FX6 Canister Filter
Fluval
Fluval FX6 Canister Filter
$369.99 $369.99

Filtration Media
Fluval Carbon - 100 g (3 Pack)
Fluval
Fluval Carbon - 100 g (3 Pack)
$11.99 $14.99

BioMax Media for FX4/6 and 07 Series
Fluval
BioMax Media for FX4/6 and 07 Series
$21.59 $26.99

AF Anti Phosphate Freshwater (500 mL)
Aquaforest
AF Anti Phosphate Freshwater (500 mL)
$3.90 $12.99

Carbon Foam for FX2/FX4/FX5/FX6 Canister Filter (2 Pack)
Fluval
Carbon Foam for FX2/FX4/FX5/FX6 Canister Filter (2 Pack)
$15.99 $19.99

FX2/FX4/FX5/FX6 Bio Foam+ (2 Pack)
Fluval
FX2/FX4/FX5/FX6 Bio Foam+ (2 Pack)
$15.99 $19.99

FX4/FX5/FX6 Bio Foam (3 Pack)
Fluval
FX4/FX5/FX6 Bio Foam (3 Pack)
$27.19 $33.99

Nano-Tech Bio-Spheres
Maxspect
Nano-Tech Bio-Spheres
From: $15.99

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Aquamesh Blue 3 - Medium - Lifegard
Lifegard Aquatics
Aquamesh Blue 3 - Medium - Lifegard
$29.59 $36.99

AF Filter Floss
Aquaforest
AF Filter Floss
$5.99 $5.99

MicroBacter Lattice Large - Biological Filtration Media
Brightwell Aquatics
MicroBacter Lattice Large - Biological Filtration Media
$11.89 $13.99

Accessories
Neo Flow Premium Lily Pipe Set - Large
AQUARIO
Neo Flow Premium Lily Pipe Set - Large
$50.39 $62.99

Neo Flow Lily Pipe Set - Large
AQUARIO
Neo Flow Lily Pipe Set - Large
$34.39 $42.99

Neo Flow Lily Pipe Holder
AQUARIO
Neo Flow Lily Pipe Holder
$13.99 $13.99

Neo Outlet
AQUARIO
Neo Outlet
From: $14.99

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Neo Inlet
AQUARIO
Neo Inlet
From: $12.99

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