Everything We Know About The New Aquaclear And How It Compares

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  • Опубликовано: 22 ноя 2024

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  • @plushpossum
    @plushpossum Месяц назад +2

    Power outages have never caused my Aquaclears to not restart. As long as the water doesn’t drop it’s fine every time!

  • @doxiediane6274
    @doxiediane6274 Месяц назад +4

    I hate the skimmer on my Tidals too. I cut a piece of Saran Wrap to lay on top of the simmer slots. The water flow keeps it in place.

  • @Whips_World
    @Whips_World Месяц назад +11

    That whole restart after a power issue has never been a problem with my three 110s. I have experienced it after a waterchange where I removed enough water to break the seal, but I'm right there to add the water it needs to prime it.

  • @joeprovenzano4362
    @joeprovenzano4362 23 дня назад +1

    Leaving for Daytona tomorrow, in last minute equipment check and filter cleanings I decided to add more sponges to the sicce 300. Then Jason comments hit me. Don’t go too overboard and add to much so it backs up on the HOB. I reconsidered and just added the amount it came with in the box. See you guys This weekend

  • @suelefever1032
    @suelefever1032 Месяц назад +2

    I just purchased the new AC70. I prefer the motor outside the aquarium. It's simpler to maintain my tank and there's also more room for the fish to swim.

    • @k.f.w.6585
      @k.f.w.6585 21 день назад

      I prefer the motor be outside the tank for the same reasons. But, here's something I've seen very LITTLE debate or even mentioned is the noise that is transferred to the fish and other living life in the aquarium. Most motors transfer some level of noise to the tank. How would you do with constant humming noise in your ears from one or more motors day and night???

  • @frhaber
    @frhaber Месяц назад +3

    I used Aquaclears for about 30 years, with virtually no issues beyond restarting after power failures or cleaning. Only had 2 other occurrences. After 20-25 years, the sponge in my 110 turned into a semi crunchy brick for which I blame my water (Gh 30/Kh20), and the O ring on one motor crumbled, after the filter sat unused for a couple of years, before setting it up again. I left the hobby a few years, and when I came back in, bought Seachem Tidals, thank the John's reviews. I like the filter, but covered the skimmer with silicone. While the removable compartment is convenient, I still usually remove the whole filter, to drain the detritus out of the main compartment, so it really isn't that much different than the Aquaclear. If/when I purchase another HOB, I'll probably go with the new Aquaclear, mostly due to the much larger media capacity.

  • @edpereira1908
    @edpereira1908 Месяц назад +3

    Nice deep dive into the Aqua Clear filters. My Tidal 110 was not quiet at all like everyone claims and I'm like Jason and don't want to see the water level, so that wasn't the reason. I ended up going with a FX4. I'm considering trying a AC on my 20 high that has guppys but I'd definitely need to use the prefilter. I'm using a Marineland Pro 275 but the homemade prefilter clogs in just a few days, so I think I'd be in the same problem. I like the Marineland just don't like there is not much room for filter media and I'm not using the disposable cartridge scam.

  • @terrymartins2552
    @terrymartins2552 Месяц назад +3

    Great job covering the new filter, hope there will be more product discussions. Maybe heaters in the near future??

  • @Whips_World
    @Whips_World Месяц назад +4

    The AC lid rattle has never been a problem for me because I'm one of those guys who just removes the lid. Because the media chamber is so massive, I like to grow pothos in there, so the lid couldn't be there.

  • @soundpitchblack
    @soundpitchblack Месяц назад +2

    As long as the water level in my tank is high Ive never had an issue with my AC50 not restarting. Media falling from tray…all the time. Considering the new one just for the looks but also considering the Seachem. Previous filter was a Marineland Penguin 200

  • @ChiHtsAndy
    @ChiHtsAndy Месяц назад +4

    Great video as always. I love the info you guys put out and never feel like I can’t trust what you’re saying. As for a video suggestion…I was wondering if you could do a video on air pumps? Appropriate size for tanks, is more air through a sponge filter better, how to tell if you have enough air going through your filters to make sure they are working, etc…? I’ve seen info where they say you need this wattage for this size tank, but wonder if there is more to it than that. Thanks again for all that you guys do, and your ladies, who we all know is the real brains behind the operation. 😂😂

  • @Brandonduboff
    @Brandonduboff Месяц назад +4

    I want to hear more about internal filters!

    • @MrJbassrw
      @MrJbassrw Месяц назад +3

      Me too. Getting ready to pull the trigger on the shark pro nano.

    • @jinx-m5x
      @jinx-m5x Месяц назад

      Well, then I figure you have not come across to PondGuru yet :D It is your heaven, try him ;)

    • @jinx-m5x
      @jinx-m5x Месяц назад

      Well, then I figure you have not come across to PondGuru yet. Try him out xD

    • @jinx-m5x
      @jinx-m5x Месяц назад

      Try Pondguru then :)

  • @EPToomb
    @EPToomb 13 дней назад

    I'm running 2 AC110S on my 125g freshwater tank, and I think they're awesome...

  • @SV-ki7si
    @SV-ki7si 5 дней назад

    Aquaclear best filter i have used for over 30 years, never failed... Priming has never been a issue

  • @plushpossum
    @plushpossum Месяц назад +1

    The lids on my 110s fit like John said. The middle is on the outside & the corners go inside. I don’t know why Jason’s would fit differently.

  • @4loveoffish
    @4loveoffish Месяц назад +1

    I have the ac 30 and the ac 30 and I love both !

  • @fanofmany71
    @fanofmany71 Месяц назад +4

    I have Tidals and I have the new Fluval ACs - they are all good for me. I also have sponge filters, cannisters, internal filters, etc. depending on the size of the tank. I think for some people, no matter what evidence you present - including CLEAR evidence - there's a clear emotional and psychological attachment to certain brands or products.

  • @plushpossum
    @plushpossum Месяц назад

    I kind of liked the way the intake tubes were the same. otherwise that stuff would be in the sponge. You could always cut it off if you wanted. And I’ve bought several to add length. Handy!

  • @annemarieacosta8775
    @annemarieacosta8775 Месяц назад +1

    Previously watched Jason's video on the Aquaclear Filter. I bought an Aquaclear and love it 's performance and It 's absolutely silent.
    For me having a 38 and 10 gallon tank I prefer the hang on back filters.
    Love your informative Podcasts.

  • @BackyardAquatics-o2m
    @BackyardAquatics-o2m Месяц назад +1

    i got the new fluval aqua clear ac110. i love it :D

  • @4loveoffish
    @4loveoffish Месяц назад +1

    If you have shrimp or baby fish the Seachem tidal isn’t safe . I had to wrap it in a nylon pad those . The aquaclear is much safer .

  • @allenbruner4609
    @allenbruner4609 Месяц назад +2

    Broooos. Got a seachem 75 this weekend and set it in my 55. I fcking love it. Easy to set up, even for a goober like me. And adding it in cleared my whole tank in 45min. I love it.

  • @Whips_World
    @Whips_World Месяц назад +2

    I would say you're 100% right on the flow adjustment. My opinion on that is that I don't care. I don't mess with that whether I'm using one of my AquaClears, or my Marineland or my Tidals. They all run on full flow 100% of the time.

  • @cyndyyoungschimke5936
    @cyndyyoungschimke5936 Месяц назад +1

    I've had an AC50 for a couple of years. I have never experienced that issue with the media rising up. I have the sponge in the bottom, a pad to remove phosphates, bio balls on the top and it never moves. I don't think there's enough improvement for me to spend the money to replace it but if mine did konk out, I would definitely get another aqua clear. As long as the water in the aquarium stays at the level when I unplug it, it does restart when I plug it back in. I only need to prime it when I've reduced about 30% doing a water change. Overall, it does a great job.

  • @matthewhasenei7052
    @matthewhasenei7052 Месяц назад

    At least with the older ones, I’ve found it draws water up better initially if you slide the intake tube to the least water flow. Obviously dry I agree it won’t restart. Also if I do water change where water goes below the I take tube, I remove the intake tube so it doesn’t back syphon the water box. Once the water back up to Intake tube when filling tank, I slide the I take to least water flow and it pulls water back up every time for me.

  • @tyler9mm614
    @tyler9mm614 Месяц назад +1

    My custom aquariums 180 is being delivered tomorrow 😁. Also getting my order of plants from you tomorrow 🙂🙂

  • @hasc5991
    @hasc5991 21 день назад

    Love the podcast .. have watched your videos individually a lot .. however is it possible to add time stamps on your podcast videos ? ...

  • @shawnszirbik4717
    @shawnszirbik4717 Месяц назад

    I have thought hard about this and I would love to see a product comparison with plant food companies such as cechem, Fritz and maybe even easy green

  • @davidbrant8561
    @davidbrant8561 8 дней назад

    I had two of the aquaclear hang off the back filters. But never cared for them but they did the job.
    What would you do like best gravel or sand for your tanks?

  • @jril3982
    @jril3982 Месяц назад +2

    You guys keep saying suction. HOB for the most part function from syphon. If the water level in the tank is at a proper level no HOB will loose siphon and they will restart.

  • @bwood4505
    @bwood4505 Месяц назад +1

    The skimmer on the Tidal is the Killer for me, Sucks in shrimp and baby fish. Can’t stop it.

  • @aarondavis8224
    @aarondavis8224 Месяц назад +1

    I have a new AC70. Its a great filter, if my water level is high it restarts after a power failure. I wish they would have made the water supply ramp a little lower and a smoother ramp. Other than that I love it.

  • @corry.bruce.edmonton
    @corry.bruce.edmonton Месяц назад +1

    I got Tidals, floating plants and pieces of plants make the filter a grinding disaster. Still pumps great but the noise is significantly worse than any Aquaclear rattle. The number of shrimp the Tidal had in the basket was crazy. New ACs on all but one tank which is a custom with wide trim, the Tidal is more pliable and fit trim better but needed to add skimmer filters. For particular tanks the Tidal is great, the new AC that restarts for me tops the Tidal. Two good filters that are more dependent on your ecosystem for choice. The AC prefilter is a little to fine for my liking but that was an easy fix (but having to fix something out of the box is a little annoying). My HOBs are primarily for flossing, CAF-180s do biological. As for water flow adjustment feature, is it closed for better suction on restarts?

  • @thefishroomabq
    @thefishroomabq Месяц назад

    Just my opinion, but really appreciate the introduction for this episode compared to the ones in the past. Thank you so much for the great information on the new AC HOB.

  • @stevenatkinsonnetwork
    @stevenatkinsonnetwork 28 дней назад

    Can you review the skimmer for the AC50?

  • @icarlsw34
    @icarlsw34 Месяц назад

    What about the fluval C series. How do they compare to aquaclear and Tidal?

  • @LadyNewgrdia
    @LadyNewgrdia Месяц назад +5

    The tidal takes the win 🏆 for sure!

  • @MadGuNNer316
    @MadGuNNer316 Месяц назад

    You going to do a video on the skimmer for these new AquaClear's,that they show on there website

  • @DGGuaglianone
    @DGGuaglianone Месяц назад

    My 75 gal South American cichlids tank is approaching 2 years old and my fish have slowly grown much larger. My single HOB worked well for a long time but now it can’t keep up. I am looking for a good upgrade. I’m leaning towards composter, but Any suggestions are appreciated.

  • @joeprovenzano4362
    @joeprovenzano4362 Месяц назад

    Hey guys is there any downside to stacking two sponges on the 110

  • @JG.6768
    @JG.6768 9 дней назад

    Question. Does the new AC70 Fit on the Back of a standard 75 gallon aquarium? Because that was a big problem with the Old Aqua Clear 70, it never fit on the back rim of a Aqueon 75 gallon aquarium properly.

  • @davidadkins8805
    @davidadkins8805 Месяц назад +1

    Am I missing something the adjuster on the Aqueon? I have the largest one and never noticed an adjuster.

  • @MinnowMan7
    @MinnowMan7 Месяц назад

    Those intake sponges are well worth it for me because they drastically reduce the amount of maintenance I need to do on the filter motor.

  • @pg412
    @pg412 Месяц назад

    I still contend the self-priming thing has always been an AquaClear issue; not necessarily an issue with all external motor filters. On the 13 tanks I own, two have an AQs, one has an Aqueon (internal motor), and 11 have cheapo Top Fins (my 75 has both a Top Fin and an AQ).
    After water changes and even after power outages...most recently this year when it was out for hours as they were replacing a utility pole by my house...my experience has been the Top Fins always kick back on. The Aqueon, I'm convinced, will still be running after the nuclear apocalypse. The AQs are absolutely hit or miss. I've even forgotten to unplug the Top Fins during water changes before and they make that horrible noise when the water level gets low...yet they self-primed after the water change was complete. Now, the caveat is they obviously won't self-prime if the compartment is completely dry. But as long as there's still some water in it, they kick on without having to add more water to the compartment.
    I'm not saying this because I think Top Fins are the most amazing filters...I'm just guessing if those self-prime, other external motor filters must as well. But because AQs are the gold standard and most well-known and well-respected external motor filters, maybe it's largely inferred that if those don't self-prime, then all external motor filters must not.

  • @lynnseiber9216
    @lynnseiber9216 Месяц назад

    I have older Aquaclears in a box. I have 4 Seachem Tidals on 4 of my tanks. I do use intake filters and the skimmers plug w floating plants immediately, so they don’t do anything for me. I have frequent power outages, so no longer trust aquaclears. I have had them not restart too many times.

  • @pg412
    @pg412 Месяц назад

    I've had those doo-hickey's flex bad on the biggest filters. It's not a big deal, I just take them off and use empty cigar tins to balance them. Usually I have backgrounds on my tanks so you don't see the cigar tins at all, but before I used backgrounds it was kind of funny to see the fish swim by a Macanudo billboard!

  • @mikemchenry4645
    @mikemchenry4645 Месяц назад

    Love to see a comparison with the title versus the Marineland Pro. I love the Marine lamp Pro because of self-priming and has a lot of room for media. Never had a problem with the Marineland Pro

  • @davidadkins8805
    @davidadkins8805 Месяц назад

    One thing I didn’t like about the telescopic intake from The tidal is if sand gets in it it’s stuck!!! I do want to try the AC though. Jason! I just can’t through away my wheels from my Marine Land filters. lol

  • @VaDirtfishing
    @VaDirtfishing Месяц назад

    Can we get a video on internal filters??

  • @aquariumhacksbymarcus5653
    @aquariumhacksbymarcus5653 Месяц назад

    Already got tidal it will probably be years before this filter ever breaks then Maybe I will try aquaclear

  • @Jasper0o0
    @Jasper0o0 Месяц назад

    I’ve enjoyed this podcast, thank you. I’ve noticed that Hygger just put out a hob canister filter. It looks interesting, but it also kinda looks gimmicky. Do you have any thoughts about this product?

  • @KarynJacobson
    @KarynJacobson Месяц назад

    How to treat fish dease and what causes them to get sick

  • @AlgaeWhisperer
    @AlgaeWhisperer Месяц назад

    another enjoyable & informative video guys, I watched from start to finish ... thanks so much for sharing, tho all my HOB's are Tidal's I have a new respect and good understanding of the new Aquaclear series of HOB's & **love **love **love the huge AC sponge ! ....As for a topic for comparison & discussion could be "aquarium lighting"... i'm not sure if it's been covered already ? ....the best light IMHO I own is the fluval aquasky on my 90gal but they're so darn expensive, which is why I own 3 hygger's on my other 3&4 foot tanks.
    Are you guys going to the Ohio Cichlid Association Extravaganza ?
    cheers from toronto

  • @Kdot_osrs
    @Kdot_osrs Месяц назад

    When will the new ac110 be available? Trying to decide on which filter to get the tidal 110 or the ac110. It’ll be my first hob I already have a canister filter on my 55 but it’s not enough IMO.

  • @Whips_World
    @Whips_World Месяц назад +1

    My biggest issue with the AC filters is that the sponge they use becomes buoyant and floats to the surface, and everything sitting on top of it gets lifted up and out of the water entirely, including the lid (if youre using it).

    • @FishCapadesProductions
      @FishCapadesProductions Месяц назад +1

      Maybe a small rock onto the sponge? I'm trying out my first old style aquaclear 20 😅

    • @Whips_World
      @Whips_World Месяц назад +1

      @@FishCapadesProductions You'll find you'll need something heavier, like a brick. It has nothing (that I can find) to do with the sponge being dirty or clean. They just always float up. It's quite vexing.

    • @brucewilson6694
      @brucewilson6694 Месяц назад +4

      I've been using aquaclears since the late 80s-early 90s. I've never had the sponge lift up on me. I've heard of it. My son had it happen to him (very plugged sponge), but not me. I've also never had it fail to start up after a power outage either.

    • @Whips_World
      @Whips_World Месяц назад +2

      @brucewilson6694 Bruce, are you using all the different models or just the 110s? I don't think it's ever happened to me with my 110s, but my 50s (or maybe they're 70s, I can't recall right now) do it all the time. It's literally done it hours after a complete cleaning, where I've pulled all the media out and rinsed it out.

  • @frhaber
    @frhaber Месяц назад

    typo--thanks to John's reviews.

  • @SusanNoel-xc19
    @SusanNoel-xc19 Месяц назад

    I would like a review of the OASE canister filters.

    • @4loveoffish
      @4loveoffish Месяц назад

      I have the Oase 600 biomaster therm and it is quiet and works great . Highly recommend them.

  • @andyd834
    @andyd834 Месяц назад

    Guys I gotta say I did something i never thought I would. Put new guppies in their new tanks. And they look so clean. Just a black background bare bottom. In person it looks so clean and stunning. I really thought I was always going to stuff plants in anywhere I can haha. I did add a floating plant just for nitrates.

    • @filthygaijin6566
      @filthygaijin6566 Месяц назад

      You can still use rhizome plants with driftwood/rocks.

  • @Whips_World
    @Whips_World Месяц назад +2

    Does this mutual youtube friend of yours happen to drive a high-end car like a Mercedes, or maybe, I don't know... a Bentley? 😂😂😂

  • @Kenn1969
    @Kenn1969 Месяц назад

    Tidal filters, quiet, nice basket, great flow adjustment they are perfect.

  • @JR-vv3io
    @JR-vv3io Месяц назад

    I can't for you guy's to talk about rhe shark pro nano 320.

  • @donnauk2493
    @donnauk2493 Месяц назад

    Fast flow vs slow flow 😊

  • @pwaquatics3290
    @pwaquatics3290 Месяц назад +1

    Tidal skimmer is garbage. Ive had both and the only reason I stopped using Tidal was the skimmer.

  • @MrJbassrw
    @MrJbassrw Месяц назад

    I have Tidals and ACs.. never had a problem with priming the ac after power failure. I like the Tidal more overall, EXCEPT when it comes to getting to the impeller for maintenance. What a P I A..

  • @FlatbedAquatics
    @FlatbedAquatics Месяц назад

    That’s what she said….

  • @HapiPETSWM
    @HapiPETSWM Месяц назад +1

    For the next 40 years though? I hate to be this person and I wish I could say it in a kinder way. I was expecting rockets and got wagons. It’s still as if a marketing group came together to make this what it is, a dated design that may have resolved the minor issues but ignored that simple design of putting the pump in the water. I’m in no way saying it won’t work as a filter for any aquarium, it just seems to be the slow horse on the broad market which has homes and places. For the money spent another more ergonomic filter can be bought and have less day to day maintenance. This is where I am getting dark… I look forward to seeing one at a yard sale or marketplace for half the cost. My apologies in advance and thanks for sharing, 😊❤

  • @naegwut
    @naegwut Месяц назад

    I'm a fish nerd if I'm here

  • @Whips_World
    @Whips_World Месяц назад +1

    Can you guys talk about what kind of fish I can put in my 20 gallon High aquarium? 😂

  • @AQUARIUMFREAK123
    @AQUARIUMFREAK123 Месяц назад +2

    The AQUACLEAR 70 will not fit properly around the rim of a 75 GAL TANK... Where the TIDAL 75 will.... SEACHEM TIDAL WINS

    • @MrJbassrw
      @MrJbassrw Месяц назад

      Ooooo that’s a deal breaker if that’s true. I was debating between the 2 for my other 75.. hmmm

    • @AQUARIUMFREAK123
      @AQUARIUMFREAK123 Месяц назад

      @@MrJbassrw i heard about this before and this U TUBER verifys it. ruclips.net/video/gIn50XtL1YA/видео.htmlsi=Mt7v8KL9hMY7bFwv

  • @Roncat2019Cotter
    @Roncat2019Cotter Месяц назад

    Ac 50 in my experience cant handle a 29 gallon muchless a 50 low boy. A marineland penguin 200 is by far better . The ac 50 probably better for bio filtration. But thats it