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    Default 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.
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    Default Re: installed a UV filter on the return line of one of my canister filters

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

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

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

    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

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