filter pad recomendations?

I know poly filters are good but extremly expensive. Does any one know of any pads that clean off easily and last for a good amount of time?

 

I know of no reusable pads. I used pads for most of my time in this hobby and just recently switched to filter socks. IMO socks are much more convenient. They're reusable and good as new after a short laundry cycle with a bit of bleach. They're easy to change, too.

 

This is what I used for my 72. Now I use it on my sons 29. its pretty cheap and you can it to the size you want.


10' SALT FRESH WATER AQ FILTERS PADS AQUARIUM WET DRY - eBay (item 400012923433 end time Dec-22-09 06:53:52 PST)

 

interesting info. ive never hear of filter socks so im going to have to check that out. and that filter pad on that ebay page was huge. im going to have too look at both of theses things thanks.

 

It comes rolled up in a box. I just unroll what I need and cut off the size piece. Its alot cheaper than buying at the LFS. I run filter socks on my 120 and I like them. I just have to wash them after use. both have an advantage as disadvantage.

 

Or you can do like I do and that is no mechanical filtration other than the protien skimmer

 

well im not having any issues with water quality but im just trying to stay on top of the game that way i dont end up with any problems in the future.

Qestion on the filter sock. Do you dry in the dryer after you wash it in the washer? and does the fact that it is getting cleaned with regular water affect anything? i dont know if thats a stupid question or not but i pretty new and i always hear don't use tap water for anything!!! so im just wandering.

 

mine is about 99% dry when it comes out of the spin cycle so I dont put it in the dryer. I havent seen any adverse effects from washing.

 

sounds good i appreciate the info.

 

i use filter socks and poly pads