installed a UV filter on the return line of one of my canister filters

I don't know why it took me so long to break out the UV filter, but it is a 16W Coralife UV filter that has been sitting new in box in my closet for over 10 years.

The installation was super easy.

Hey if you have already then why not use it right?

Al

right? I bought it originally to combat new tank syndrome.... I was growing black beard algae and a green hair algae.

I occasionally get a green algae in pre-filters and wood, but it is very manageable, and I notice the fish eating it.

I am having trouble keeping Apistograms, and I understand they are way finicky on water quality so why not add another help to good water other than a 30-50% water change weekly

I put an inline 57 watt UV about 6 months ago in my 200.
Since, the water has been crystal clear with no nuisance algae.
I also have to change the filter socks every other day instead of twice a day.
It’s overkill, but I got a great deal on it