Replacing filter sock with floss. Anybody using floss? What kind of floss?

[Val Shebeko]

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

I change the socks every 3 days or so. Because they get dirty and because I’ve been told the stuff caught in the sock dirties the water.

Looking on Amazon all I see under floss are filter mats and I thought floss was, well floss.

Thank you.

 

[Coalminer]

https://a.co/d/fJ6ClW4

I use this poly fill from Amazon in 3D printed cups on my Waterbox.

 

[Gtinnel]

I have one nano where I use the poly fill that is used to stuff pillows or stuffed animals which I buy at Walmart.
I also have a 125g tank where I buy filter pads on Amazon and cut them to fit my 3d printed holder. I actually wanted to use socks on the 125 but due to some poor diy sump planning I don’t have an easy way to add them.

 

[Formulator]

I had trouble finding it on there too for some reason. This is what I use: Acurel LLC 100-Percent Polyester Filter Fiber

 

[Solo McReefer]

Got a cup

Put all the socks in storage

And bought some Reef Diapers. They are not at all like Diapers, more like coffee filters

That's one day of muck

 

[Val Shebeko]

Never saw a reef diaper, what’s the link ?

 

[Val Shebeko]

I had trouble finding it on there too for some reason. This is what I use: Acurel LLC 100-Percent Polyester Filter Fiber

How much do you use, how often do you replace it?

 

[Val Shebeko]

I have one nano where I use the poly fill that is used to stuff pillows or stuffed animals which I buy at Walmart.
I also have a 125g tank where I buy filter pads on Amazon and cut them to fit my 3d printed holder. I actually wanted to use socks on the 125 but due to some poor diy sump planning I don’t have an easy way to add them.

What kind of filter pads, can you post a link? How often do you change them?

 

[19Mateo83]

How much do you use, how often do you replace it?

I use poly fill from Walmart in the sewing area. A little handful in a filter cup and your good to go

 

[Bruttall]

https://tinyurl.com/f863tk9z

 

[Val Shebeko]

I use poly fill from Walmart in the sewing area. A little handful in a filter cup and your good to go

How long do you leave it in? Until it’s really horrible ?

 

[Solo McReefer]

Never saw a reef diaper, what’s the link ?

With the cup, I don't need the ring they sell

Just the filters work fine

Reef Diaper Disposable Filter Sock Replacement Elements, for Use with 4” Flange Assemblies (30 Pack) https://a.co/d/eYN0nD4

 

[braaap]

Floss from intank https://a.co/d/hyzJhTT

 

[Solo McReefer]

How long do you leave it in? Until it’s really horrible ?

I used that stuffing when I was a kid

It worked

Stuck GAC in my mom's old used Leggs

Anyone still using their mom's panyhose as media bags?

 

[Gtinnel]

What kind of filter pads, can you post a link? How often do you change them?

I’ve used a few different brands, but the last few times I bought this and cut it to size. I replace it about twice a week.
Amazon product

 

[19Mateo83]

How long do you leave it in? Until it’s really horrible ?

Until flow is reduced. For me it’s every 4-5 days.

 

[Formulator]

How much do you use, how often do you replace it?

I don’t actually use it anymore as I upgraded to a reef mat, but when I did it was just about as often as I was changing socks so every 3 days. The point is not that the floss can last longer, but rather it is easier to replace the disposable floss than it is to clean socks constantly.

 

[kingranch2003]

I use pura filter pads. It comes in several different sized sheets, and I just cut it to fit my over flow compartment. It contains GAC and GFO placed within the pad. It keeps my water clear and clean, and doesn't clog too quickly. It isn't the cheapest option, so it is best for places where you don't have a large surface area.

PURA Filtration Pad, Large 15" x 30"

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