Fluval 407 Canister Filter - Proper Media Set Up (AND WHY)

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  • čas přidán 11. 07. 2024
  • Canister Filter Setup is extremely important in getting the most effective use of your Fluval 407 canister filter. The fluval 407 media order can be setup in various ways. But there's only one way that's the best. The Fluval Canister Filter was designed to efficiently clean your water by removing particles and to effectively house your beneficial bacteria in your canister filter media. In this video I'll discuss the best way to set up your media in your canister filter.
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Komentáře • 575

  • @KaveManAquatics
    @KaveManAquatics  Před 4 lety +12

    How do you stack your media, is there a better way? I'd like to know...Dont forget to Subscribe czcams.com/channels/iEPmLfXBGeiHiCn4HVtS5w.html

    • @joegarcia728
      @joegarcia728 Před 3 lety +2

      well I went to petsmart they told in how to do it but when I saw ur video I just said holy shit I'm missing bio foam max which is on the way from amazon for the media I'm using quARTZ bio balls &fluval External Power Filter Pre-Filter Media thats about it

    • @716Flat4
      @716Flat4 Před 3 lety +2

      I replace sponges using Swiss Tropicals foams. I normally leave the blue coarse, replace the white with slightly finer foam, then use the bottom can for even finer layers and a phosphate pad. Then I put cheaper bio rings, then matrix, then biohome ultimate...essentially saving the highest quality biomedia for the last stage so any particulates that may find their way through are picked up by the cheaper/less effective biomedia. I do not use purigen or carbon, no need for me to date. If the water changes and parameters are on point you should not need those...although if you tend to over feed or supplement food, some of those can cloud water.

    • @miguela.alvarez7284
      @miguela.alvarez7284 Před 3 lety +1

      I'm going to remove the carbon and add bio media.. may thinking about adding some coral..

    • @lillianramirez326
      @lillianramirez326 Před 3 lety

      I put my new 65 gallon tank up and it way crystal clear for 2 days and out of no where the water is cloudy. I have no fish in yet. I have the 407 canister on. I do have carbon in it but no ploy fill. Do you have any suggestions. Please HELP!!

    • @supremeleaderarmy9164
      @supremeleaderarmy9164 Před 3 lety

      @@lillianramirez326
      Do water changes. A couple a week. This is a 2 week old reply so hopefully by now u have figured it out

  • @justinehoard6852
    @justinehoard6852 Před 3 lety +30

    This was an AMAZING video for super beginners! I am not a super beginner, as I've been surrounded by aquariums my whole life, but I just bought my first canister filter (Fluval 307) and I was little lost on how to arrange the media. I'm not lost anymore, and you were so engaging that I watched the entire video rather than skipping around to find what I needed. You provided so much useful information and those pro tips were helpful for both beginners and those who have been doing this for a while. Very clear, very organized, and right to the point with valuable information. Thank you!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety +4

      Thank you so much! Glad to hear that a veteran also found the video helpful! Thanks for that positive feedback, I really appreciate it! 😊

  • @monchug
    @monchug Před 4 lety +2

    I love your vids bro, straight up. You keep it very simple to understand, keep it up man.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 4 lety +1

      Aethrax thank you bro, that’s exactly my goal, to simplify! 👍

  • @miguela.alvarez7284
    @miguela.alvarez7284 Před 3 lety +1

    Just started watching and this is the best true informative video I've seen.. Thanks for sharing and making it understandable. 👍👍

  • @Rhoc19
    @Rhoc19 Před 4 lety +4

    Thanks for this amazing info, I bought one and I had no clue how to use it or even stock it with. You deserve way more subs!!

  • @1985goldie
    @1985goldie Před 3 lety

    Quality video. Very well explained! No nonesense like all the other videos 😊

  • @DixieHippie730
    @DixieHippie730 Před 3 lety +2

    I just love this vid it’s my go to instructional when i clean my filter i take notes every time thanks for all the pro tips too you rock!!

  • @sitilaurie1552
    @sitilaurie1552 Před 3 lety +1

    I’m new to your channel and new to fish keeping but you made it easy to understand
    You get to the point and your on point
    Thank you 🙏🙏

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety

      Thanks! I try to keep that get to the point format in all my videos lol Glad I could help!
      Heres a great playlist for beginners that will def be helpful too - czcams.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er.html

  • @jackspringer3362
    @jackspringer3362 Před 3 lety +30

    Kaveman Aquatics, this is one of the best youtube instructional videos I've ever seen. Clear, organized, high quality, and straight forward. Beginners and experts can both enjoy this video. You know what you're doing man, keep up the good work. Liked and Subscribed!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Jack, appreciate the positive feedback! Hope you enjoy the rest of the channel as well

  • @juang93268
    @juang93268 Před 3 lety

    So much info and motivation from this guy! My cichlids thank you!

  • @Bigjailerman
    @Bigjailerman Před 3 lety

    Thanks for all these great responses guys!!!

  • @joec2174
    @joec2174 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice job . Precise and to the point.

  • @brianspencer4630
    @brianspencer4630 Před 3 lety

    Love your videos. Short and to the point

  • @darrellbinford9756
    @darrellbinford9756 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for this video you explained this so well for a newby to the game, great video and I'm looking forward in the future to upgrade to this canister,thanks again and keep the great info coming.

  • @erinbrownfield7633
    @erinbrownfield7633 Před 2 lety +1

    Dude. I watch a lot of aquarium videos, and I'm usually fast forwarding... not this time! You are seriously badass, sir! Clear, concise, informative- LOVE it! Liked and subscribed. 👊👏

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 lety

      Thank you bro! Glad you're enjoying the channel, welcome aboard! 😁

  • @Bigjailerman
    @Bigjailerman Před 3 lety +1

    Great tip using the poly fill surrounding proven bag!! Thanks man will try it soon..... Thanks I'm glad I found your channel.

  • @nolas1360
    @nolas1360 Před 4 lety +1

    Nice explanation of product. I have a feeling you'll be getting more subs soon. Keep grinding!

  • @ispectechular
    @ispectechular Před 3 lety

    Thank! I am completely new to canister filters and this was so helpful!

  • @sarahillingworth9257
    @sarahillingworth9257 Před 2 lety

    at last a thorough and understandable explanation. Thank you

  • @sammora470
    @sammora470 Před 3 lety +1

    Great video man, really helpful, thanks for putting this info out there.

  • @kkbroph663
    @kkbroph663 Před rokem

    Every once in awhile I have to come back if I forget the reasons for or the order of the filtration, and then I watch the whole episode again. Thanks for being here. :)

  • @williamhutton4425
    @williamhutton4425 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much for this video! I've had our media set up incorrectly for years. Rebuilding it now correctly after watching your video.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 lety

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @natepate6117
    @natepate6117 Před rokem

    I love your simplicity and just right to point and basic! It’s like becoming a fish whisperer for Dummy’s and because of you my tank is bad ass

  • @bradleyhager5756
    @bradleyhager5756 Před rokem

    I love my fluval 407 and always wondered if the media order mattered. Thank you for the very informative video.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před rokem

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @alexhernandez6248
    @alexhernandez6248 Před 24 dny

    Explanations never fail! Thanks brother

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 24 dny

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
      BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com

  • @melanieschroeder9284
    @melanieschroeder9284 Před 2 lety +4

    I adopted a neglected red eared slider from another teacher in September to rehome in my middle school’s library. Emilia now lives like a queen and has grown almost twice her original size! I appreciate that your videos are easy to understand so even this beginner turtle mama knows just what to do to keep her baby healthy and happy.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 lety +1

      Thats awesome! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @LS1Highwind
    @LS1Highwind Před 3 lety

    Hey man just wanted to say thanks for the video! Ive been battling cloudy water in my Cichlid tank on and off for about 2 years. When I got the 407 it fixed my problem for some time but eventually the cloudiness came back using the setup it came with (1 tray of mech, 2 trays of carbon/Zeo carb, 1 tray of bio media). I set mine up like yours and within days it's more clear than it's ever been. You rock dude.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      Awesome! Thats great to hear! The are many other factors though involved with keeping crystal clear water. Check out my free ebook! bit.ly/H2O

  • @johnpotenski8921
    @johnpotenski8921 Před 10 měsíci

    Upgrade today to the fluval working great so far thank you

  • @Badjester1
    @Badjester1 Před 2 lety +1

    Just setting up my 307 now and this has helped a lot! I got all the trays mixed up after rinsing first lol. Thanks!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 lety +1

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @eldx8628
    @eldx8628 Před 3 lety

    I’m looking at upgrading to a 350l community tank and this was super helpful at explaining how an external filter works, thankyou!

  • @salvadorbarrios6789
    @salvadorbarrios6789 Před 2 lety

    you the man KEV this one helped out a lot bro! keep up the great work!

  • @lorrainei6876
    @lorrainei6876 Před rokem +1

    Just wanted to say Thank you for confirming my potential choice of filters. Your explanation was very easy to understand for newbies like me. Mahalo!!!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před rokem

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @ericsantiago8302
    @ericsantiago8302 Před 11 měsíci

    Thanks for the info!!!! 😎👌🏼

  • @bigoak981
    @bigoak981 Před rokem +2

    Fascinating to watch. Every novice aquarist should absolutely watch this. In fact, if you’re interested in keeping fish, you should just go ahead and subscribe. Kave Man videos have great production, they move through the topic thoroughly, quickly and stay right on point without all the goofy tangents. It’s always enlightening to learn such simple, but all important details and why. Well done, Kev & the Kave Man crew!

  • @rokuthecat6620
    @rokuthecat6620 Před 2 měsíci

    Just what i was looking for, thank you!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 měsíci +1

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
      BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com

  • @enyamouf9474
    @enyamouf9474 Před rokem

    Dude, thank you so much for this video! I've been searching far and wide after getting my 107 to explain this process to me. You hit every question I had and more! I had hang on filters when I was younger and decided to educate myself more on Aqautic Housekeeping and read canister filters are the best so I bought one not knowing anything about them haha so thank you for this bro!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před rokem

      My pleasure bro! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @Shadow-wn5fw
    @Shadow-wn5fw Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the info Man. I will be changing my canister filtration around ASAP!

  • @JoeMcMullin
    @JoeMcMullin Před rokem

    By far, your knowledge and videos are the best I have watched. My tanks are now amazing, with stunning clarity. Thanks to you!!! Seriously, I have multiple tanks with canister filters, and the water is unbelievably clear after following your guidance.

  • @robertrh85
    @robertrh85 Před 3 lety +1

    Bruh. Just want to say thank you for all of your videos and information! Before I watched your videos I struggled to really understand how water/filtering works in aquariums. I struggled with keeping water clear, it would always get green, the glass would always get hella algae on it, my decorations would slowly get black over time, fish dying, it was frustrating. After watching your stuff, I have a fluval 407 in a 55 gallon setup exactly the way your videos show. I now have crystal clear water, my decorations still look new, and no fish have died in 9 months since I watched your stuff and got educated. My fish all look happy and are FLOURISHING and now I thoroughly enjoy this hobby now that I'm not struggling. I threw my uv filter away which I used to depend on for clear water. I don't need that sh*t now that I'm doing stuff right. All this to say THANKS DUDE!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety

      That is awesome! I love to hear these success stories! So glad I could help! This is what keeps me goin bro, thanks for sharing!! 💪💪

  • @Speedy99Q
    @Speedy99Q Před 3 lety +3

    good video, I actually went out and bought a 407 after watching your video, Fluval should give you royalties!!!!!!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety

      lol, I wish! The best I can get is a small cut if anyone uses my links in video description. I'm happy with at least that 😊

  • @krissarni6074
    @krissarni6074 Před 3 lety

    KEV YOU ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS just get straight to the point on all videos! That's why you get so much love✊🏼✊🏼✊🏼 EVERYONE else has to say subscribe subscribe like 5 times during the video and talk waay too much!! Thanks for just getting to the point man

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      Lol thanks bro, I know what you mean. I want to get straight into the info you guys came for! 😁💪

  • @pmadden32759
    @pmadden32759 Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you, this is the best video available for the Fluval 307 filter media order. You’ve got a professional style, I think you’re going to do well here!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you! Glad you're finding the channel helpful! 😁💪
      BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com

  • @mattypants
    @mattypants Před 2 lety +2

    just ordered the Fluval 407 and waiting for it to get here this afternoon. This was a great video! Ive never used a cannister filter before, now that were buying much larger tanks, I know they are best. Now I know how to set it up! Thank you

  • @odoug9744
    @odoug9744 Před 4 lety

    Great job. Keep info coming

  • @DeborahNBlack
    @DeborahNBlack Před 2 lety

    Thanks for a very clear and helpful video!

  • @catherinejohnson4367
    @catherinejohnson4367 Před 2 měsíci

    Excellent, just starting to build my first canister 407 with a bigger tank and most helpful one yet! Thxs!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 měsíci

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful. 😊
      BTW, you should check out my new Aquarium Keeping APP designed for beginners! - aquabuildr.com

  • @romeodelarosa250
    @romeodelarosa250 Před 3 lety

    you are very good i wish i met you before setting up my aquarium, and having spent a lot of money

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety

      Thank you bro. Glad you found the channel now so I can help with the rest of your aquarium journey! 😊💪

  • @aaronhoyt8689
    @aaronhoyt8689 Před 3 lety +2

    Hey bro. New sub here, been binge watching your videos. Great content 😁

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      That’s awesome! Hope they are helpful for you! Thanks for the Sub 😊

  • @jwhittingham90
    @jwhittingham90 Před 8 měsíci

    Great video really helped me with my setup. Thanks

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 8 měsíci

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @marcchenier444
    @marcchenier444 Před 3 lety

    Great videos found them very helpful and informative thanks

  • @boblakatos7894
    @boblakatos7894 Před 3 lety

    Great information thx very much

  • @rahamimdavidov5439
    @rahamimdavidov5439 Před 3 lety

    A great and informative video !!

  • @misstayliana1
    @misstayliana1 Před 4 lety

    Fantastic info. Your tank looks beautiful. 👍

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 4 lety

      misstayliana1 Thanks! I recently upgraded the tank...check it out czcams.com/video/vD3aL5ONwzo/video.html

  • @paulmccall6977
    @paulmccall6977 Před 2 lety

    Superb video buddy thanks for the advice 👍

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 lety +1

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @ronrussell5676
    @ronrussell5676 Před 9 měsíci

    Very informative, and very clearly presented

  • @nandynick50
    @nandynick50 Před 9 měsíci

    Great video my friend. Thank you for the amazing information!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 9 měsíci

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

  • @bryantc1701
    @bryantc1701 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for da video!! Learned alot

  • @dylanmorrison951
    @dylanmorrison951 Před 11 dny

    Love ur vids loads of good info. Was going to get a fluval 207 for my next 33 gal planted and fish tank but then found the oase biomaster with a built in heater. Ya its more but an easy swap. prefilter and a heater just made it worth it for me. Watched this cause i saw some companies packing there filters bio first then foam and thought that was backwards compaired to there flow patern and u confirmed it.

  • @alwaysanovice
    @alwaysanovice Před 3 měsíci

    Thanks bro! Your video confirmed my suspension of the direction of water flow.
    I am setting up a 60gallon tank in my Mrs. Home office. I am doing it all from the secondary market. The tank I bought comes with a 407, no book and no gasket(both currently on order)
    I'm thinking angels, acara, and eels, with a smattering of kuhli loaches and corys.
    Keep it up! Great " Fluval" info.
    Much Love, Coop.

  • @tiffanywalton2828
    @tiffanywalton2828 Před 3 lety +1

    I want to thank u!! there r a lot of popular ppl on CZcams that try and explain and teach us about aquariums but half the time I end up more confused and frustrated ....but the way u explain everything made it so easy to understand ...i really appreciate u taking the time to put out these wonderful tutorials...

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      Tiffany Walton Thank you for those words! My goal is to be as helpful as possible so feedback like this is always appreciated!! Glad you’re enjoying the channel! 😊

    • @fabian050408
      @fabian050408 Před 3 lety

      I Agree.

  • @terrybryant3744
    @terrybryant3744 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the to the point instructions

  • @tkjones3167
    @tkjones3167 Před 2 lety

    Life saver ,thanks alot

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 lety

      My pleasure! Glad you're finding the channel helpful 😁

    • @tkjones3167
      @tkjones3167 Před 2 lety

      Only channel I listen to lol,thank u

  • @magn0rm
    @magn0rm Před rokem

    thank you sir ❤ just got mine. almost totally reversed everything had i not seen this.🙌

  • @irelandeire1365
    @irelandeire1365 Před 3 lety

    Great video.just picked a 407 up today for a pre ordered fish tank im getting next week.going to set filter up just like that.thanks for the info 👍

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      Nice 👍 You have fun times ahead of you! Love setting up new tanks!! 😊

    • @Sean3D2Y
      @Sean3D2Y Před 2 lety

      How has it been working for you?

    • @irelandeire1365
      @irelandeire1365 Před 2 lety

      Worked out great but now i am in the process of changing to tropical fish lol the filter is great though.

  • @justinrvarga7236
    @justinrvarga7236 Před 3 lety

    Great video man. I’m gonna add the seachem matrix 👍🐠. Been starting at the unopened box of the 407 for two weeks now with excitement and approach avoidance lol

  • @LordBonesaw
    @LordBonesaw Před 2 lety

    Got ya self a new sub bro

  • @johnnyaguilarjr.9920
    @johnnyaguilarjr.9920 Před 2 lety +1

    On my 125 I run 2 - 407 and
    1 - 307 I only clean I filter at a time and use the sink with fresh water and never had any problems at all, enjoy your videos

  • @blueprintbuildersllc9231
    @blueprintbuildersllc9231 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for that info!

  • @qutubhashmi1656
    @qutubhashmi1656 Před 3 lety

    Great video to learn about filtration

  • @placesandspaces1660
    @placesandspaces1660 Před 4 lety

    Awesome best tip well explained thanks..

  • @mrjc12
    @mrjc12 Před 4 lety

    Great!! Thanks!!! Just subscribed!!

  • @Agentshadowolf
    @Agentshadowolf Před 2 lety

    I ended up getting the Marineland 220 filter because it was on sale and I had a coupon to get 20% off but I pretty much arranged the trays like how you had it in this video and it's been working out for me but I mainly use this canister filter as a polishing unit. My two AquaClear 70 gallon filters on my tank only have bio media and sponges in them. With all three units my tank is looking very crystal clear

  • @mariannemeindertsma9426
    @mariannemeindertsma9426 Před 4 měsíci

    Thanks!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 4 měsíci

      My pleasure! Appreciate the support, thanks! 😁💪

  • @jasonday5912
    @jasonday5912 Před rokem

    Wicked video!

  • @arturkrol2907
    @arturkrol2907 Před 4 lety

    Hello Bud, very informative material I am glad to subscribe your channel

  • @woltergrant
    @woltergrant Před 4 lety

    Hey, you are great at making these videos and being informative. Keep it up! One suggestion or pro tip for you though... skip the fluval ceramic discs and replace with all matrix. Your theory is good that the airation is good for growing the bac. However, inside the canister it is vacuum sealed and full of water so there is no air movement. Matrix has vastly superior s.a. so I think you would benefit from the added bac.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 4 lety

      Grant Wolter thanks for those words, really appreciate it and the tips. I agree Matrix is much better but I like to just mix it up, maybe it’s a mental thing lol. Also agreed there is no air in the canister, but the water itself is oxygenated, so the course ceramic rings work well for aerobic bacteria. Love the feedback though...keep it coming! 👍

  • @Ser_Arthur_Dayne
    @Ser_Arthur_Dayne Před 3 lety

    Just wanted to say this was extremely helpful and you did a great job. I am not exactly a Canister Filter novice but I'm certainly not an expert. I have a pair of Marineland Magniflow 360s and one has basically failed - started leaking about a year after getting it, replaced the gasket and o-rings (at $15 bucks a pop plus $10 minimum shipping...) - and a year later it started again. Tried resetting and repacking it, no good. Tried replacing the gasket and o-rings again, leaking worse. Tried everything, nope. (the other one has been golden.) - Just got a Fluval 407 Performance and I was a little lost - it's much different, the entire system is different, setup and parts and just everything. This was very helpful, thank you very much!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety

      Welcome to the 407 world! Glad you found the video helpful. I have more videos on the 407 you may find helpful as well. Heres a playlist to check out - czcams.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8PRpx-RbKsLopU54H_0JImN.html

    • @Ser_Arthur_Dayne
      @Ser_Arthur_Dayne Před 3 lety

      Thank you very much brother, I will, thank you again sir.

  • @jacklawer6389
    @jacklawer6389 Před 3 měsíci

    I subscribed for you buddy,
    Thanks for video
    Just bought a 307

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks for the sub! Congrats on your new filter! I know it’s an exciting time 😁💪

    • @jacklawer6389
      @jacklawer6389 Před 3 měsíci

      @KaveManAquatics thanks msn best hobby in the world

  • @boebender
    @boebender Před 8 měsíci

    Great video!!!! Thank you!! One thing I’ve learned with chemical filtration: I don’t use charcoal/activated carbon in heavily planted tanks. The reason is algae. Activated carbon absorbs everything including essential nutrients, but leaves enough for algae to grow. So for heavily planted tanks, I would only use carbon temporarily to remove medicines etc… Long term use will deplete nutrients for plants, but will create a haven for algae. Of course, not to worry in tanks with no plants. Thanks again for this really comprehensive video. You do a great job!!

  • @PharaohciousX
    @PharaohciousX Před rokem

    Great vid! Hard to find someone that explains the Fluval media order.

  • @PaddleDogC5
    @PaddleDogC5 Před 3 lety

    thanks

  • @iuyozx
    @iuyozx Před 2 lety +2

    I’d add that soap or detergents should never be used when cleaning aquarium equipment.
    I love your comment about not necessarily needing carbon. Regular, partial water changes will yield greater dividends.

  • @hardluckbodyworx322
    @hardluckbodyworx322 Před rokem

    Hello kev. I have been watching your channel for a hot minute and thank you so much for the amazing content. You help make the hobby more enjoyable.
    My question is where to put polyfil in 07 series canister filter?
    I have seen 2 different videos of yours that suggest it in opposite parts of the filter. I currently have it in the top basket. Is this correct?

  • @kostas3974
    @kostas3974 Před 5 měsíci

    Ty

  • @benbroadhead8958
    @benbroadhead8958 Před měsícem

    Great video, thank you! I’m struggling with clearing tannins and went with a bag of purigen on the top of my 307 filter but now I see why it maybe isn’t working. To make room for the polyfill would you remove the carbon bags? Thank you 🙏🏻 still very new to all of this and your videos have been a great help

  • @matoskc
    @matoskc Před 4 lety

    Nice!

  • @audreyheckwolf7001
    @audreyheckwolf7001 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video! Thanks for breaking it down so clearly. I just oped my Fluval filter and one tray had a green phospate pad. Can you explain where this should go? They packed it in the 4th tray with two more bags of carbon.

    • @no-knickers-emma1112
      @no-knickers-emma1112 Před 2 lety

      It should be the last tray where the water hits. That is chemical filtration. That pad isn't needed in a planted aquarium.

  • @Chaoitcme
    @Chaoitcme Před 2 lety

    Great setup. I copied you at first but got rid of my chemical filtration.
    I now have my first tray Fluval Prefilter, second tray sponge and floss, and last two trays as bio media.
    No real need to have chemical filtration once you have bacteria established.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 lety

      Its true that chemical media is not necessary, its completely optional. But chemical media has nothing to do with whether you have bacteria established or not.

  • @Gutbomber
    @Gutbomber Před 4 lety

    I just bought 2 407s of them for my 125 gallon tank. I'm going to use your polyfill idea haha

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 4 lety

      Gutbomber Great, I can see your crystal clear water already! Lol

    • @Gutbomber
      @Gutbomber Před 4 lety

      @@KaveManAquatics yeah haha I'm thinking of posting it on my second channel . No vids on it rn tho haha

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 4 lety

      @@Gutbomber Do it, Ill watch! lol

  • @juniortorres5094
    @juniortorres5094 Před 3 lety

    Hope all is good I have another ? How would I clean my new matrix in my sick or not ? Thx u once again with the great information u share 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      Just rinse it off in tank water. You dont really need to clean bio-media much. Dont want to mess with it too much.

  • @vadius55
    @vadius55 Před 3 lety

    Срасибо большое за обзор

  • @alecmyers2342
    @alecmyers2342 Před 8 měsíci

    Great and well informed video man, I went and bought a 407 yesterday after watching this in depth video.
    I have a HOB filter and would like to put my HOB filters in the canister filter, I’m just not too sure where to put them so I can keep the beneficial bacteria cycling throughout. Any ideas or tips?

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 8 měsíci

      If you mean the media from your HOB, add them directly to the baskets in your 407. Just how they are placed in this video 😊

  • @vincentcaruso3360
    @vincentcaruso3360 Před rokem

    I've been spoiled with well water. No chlorine! Makes maintenance so much easier.

  • @chrisprouty7898
    @chrisprouty7898 Před rokem

    Love your videos man! So helpful.
    Quick question. Do you only use one bag of Purigen or do you put one bag in each side of the tray?
    Thanks Kev!

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před rokem

      On this tank I only use 1 bag. It's good for up to 100 gallons. Glad you're enjoying the channel! 😊

  • @antoniorosales8093
    @antoniorosales8093 Před 3 lety

    Kaveman, thanks for all the good tips and knowledge. Question, what's your take on Chemi-pure? Fairly new to the hobby and hear alot about it. would like your insight on this media. Thanks Sir.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      antonio rosales It’s definitely not necessary, but I have to say that every time I do use chemi pure blue I notice the difference in my water. So If you got the sheckles to dish out, go for it 😁

  • @THEREALdarksidefpv9997

    Hey man, great channel !!! I set up my 407 like you showed in this video, was wondering, did you put one bag of purigen on each side? Or just one? I put one bag of charcoal on one side and one purigen on the other just because fluval sent so many figured I’d use em. And I did poly fill on top of both. How often do you advise cleaning the canister, and how often do you advise replacing poly fill?

  • @jamesonmoreno8671
    @jamesonmoreno8671 Před 3 lety

    Hey man ur video are great can you do video on how you have ur 407 set up on ur tank

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety

      Sure but this video pretty much shows how its setup, what kind of set up do yo mean?

  • @poshey22
    @poshey22 Před 3 lety

    Thanks very much man great video I'm kinda confused what to put in the trays, I know sponge in bottom then maybe carbon and what else in trays thanks

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety

      Just follow exactly what I did here and you'll be good!

  • @ashb.luvdeeply3745
    @ashb.luvdeeply3745 Před 2 lety

    Hello! I'm a new subscriber and I have been enjoying your videos, just to learn! At the moment, I have no intentions on starting a larger aquarium, but I am curious to know what size you have behind you here. I have a 20gal, no canister filter.

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 2 lety

      This tank is a 48G Bow Front 😊 Welcome to the channel! I highly suggest you check out this playlist if you're just starting out in the hobby, will be very helpful 😊 - czcams.com/play/PLP5OXTIIDO8NYvhUHAmwAd54WFmS4d8er.html

  • @evan7113
    @evan7113 Před 3 lety

    Hi, love the video! I'm currently deciding between the 407 and the fx4 for my 75 planted tank. I plan on housing discus and a bunch of other community fish. I don't think the 407 would be enough?

    • @KaveManAquatics
      @KaveManAquatics  Před 3 lety +1

      It just might be enough, but I think you’re right. Plus, I’m this hobby, I’m sure you’re going to need and fx4 down the line anyway 😊