Why is my canister filter so loud?
Generally the problem is with the air pump, but sometimes the filter itself can cause excessive noise if it is not running properly. Anything inside the filter can get dirty or damaged or be out of place, resulting in more noise than usual.
Do canister filters make noise?
New canisters may make noise due to poor manufacturing tolerances in the impeller or housing. They may “wear in” after a while and self-correct. Normal biofilm accumulation can eventually lubricate the impeller, or cushion and muffle sound produced by the impeller contacting the housing.
How does a spray bar work in an aquarium?
A spray bar is one of the many aquarium products available, such as airstones, that can be used to agitate the surface of your aquarium. The spray bar attaches to your filter outlet and evenly sprays the water across the surface of your aquarium.
How to use a spray bar to stir water?
You can use the spray bar to gently stir the surface of your water: simply angle the spray bar upward so that the holes point towards the surface. Spraying the surface from underneath will cause lighter surface movement than spraying it from above. The farther down you place the spray bar, the less the spray bar will agitate the surface. 2.
Can a spray bar be used in a trickle filter?
Fish Fact: Spray bars are also used in trickle filters to ensure that the water is evenly distributed over the filter media. Whether you need a spray bar or not entirely depends on your current setup. If your aquarium has good surface agitation and movement already, then a spray bar doesn’t have much to offer.
How can I increase the pressure on my spray bar?
That said, if you have a store-bought spray bar kit, you can increase the pressure by siliconing some of the holes closed or carefully drilling the holes out to decrease flow. Fish Fact: Some spray bar kits come with pressure caps on the end of the bar. If pressure is too high, the cap will pop off and allow water to freely flow into the tank.