can i use a fresh water filter to clean a saltwater aquarium?
animal guy asked:
i want to use my fresh water filter to clean a saltwater tank,can i
Buford
i want to use my fresh water filter to clean a saltwater tank,can i
Buford
July 24, 2006 - 11:49 PM
Leroy
July 28, 2006 | 4:32 AMprobably after it was cleaned out propperly, but if it was me i would buy new filter sponge/media.
jtrusnik
July 29, 2006 | 9:08 PMIf you’re referring to a regular, hang-on-the-tank mechanical filter, yes. They work just fine for saltwater tanks.
Nat
July 31, 2006 | 1:37 PMYou can do that. However, if you plan on putting it back into a freshwater setup be sure to rinse it off well. All filters to my knowledge from working in a pet store can be used for both fresh and saltwater.