Powerhead sucked fish in, how to prevent this?!

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  1. reef_guru

    reef_guru Humpback Whale

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    the powerhead should have a strainer in the attachments to place at the intake side of the pump. gel
    super glue works wonders.
     
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  3. ziggy222

    ziggy222 Fire Goby

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    aqua clear sells a filter that goes on their power heads
     
  4. omard

    omard Gnarly Old Codfish

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    A sponge works great, but needs to be watched as it will clog up quick.

    Basically, small, juvenile, weak swimming fish do not mix well with a strong powerhead.

    I lost a very little hippo tang to one when first starting out. Traumatized me. Of all the possible ways to kill a fish, this appeared to be the easiest avoided. :-/

    Sorry about loss.
     
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    reef_guru Humpback Whale

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    sponges are not a good idea due to bacteria and floating debri.
     
  6. Bogie

    Bogie Snowflake Eel

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    THREADJACK!!!!
    Anybody know if a Hydor Koralia #2 would suck in and kill any fish over 1-1/2" that aren't weak or sick. And would a #3 be overkill for a 55 gal tank?
     
  7. missionsix

    missionsix Super Moderator Staff Member

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    I've got 2 #2's. #3's I think would be too much for a 55. They really kick out some flow. As far as sucking in a fish, they are designed pretty good and come with an attachment to keep them completely out.
     
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  9. Bogie

    Bogie Snowflake Eel

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    ^That's what I was thinking. Maybe I'll get a #2 now, and then I'll see later to get another #2 or #3 if/when I'm upgrading to a larger tank. Thanks.
     
  10. Godbert

    Godbert Montipora Capricornis

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    dunno if this has already been said but i think you are talking about the aquaclear powerheads and if you place a bioball over the intake it works very well