Eheim Pro II 2026 or 2028?

thrak76

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I'm looking to outfit a 75g standard tank. I've been researching these filters for a bit, and wanted to hear from anyone who is using these filters.

Would a 2026 be enough filtration for a 75? I know that the 2028 is almost definitely enough, since it's rated for tanks more than twice the size i'm setting up. I'm leaning towards the 2028 right now, because i definitely prefer to over-filter.

I also plan on supplementing filtration with a smaller canister for a UV/CO2 reactor loop.
 
I always over filter so if it was me I would get the larger filter.
 
overfilter ios better, i have the 2217 and that filters the water like 4-5 times, witht he media i have in it its prob more like 2-3 times and hour. I have a 72, go with the larger.
 
2028 for sure, their flow-rates are really identical, but the 2028 holds a 3rd basket, basically another 2L of substrat pro.
 
Are any of you current owners of the 2028? I'd like to get some first-hand perspective as well, regarding ease of maintenance, performance, satisfaction, etc.
 
I have tried many different filters, many different brands, and Eheim Pro II is my preferred filter.

To the original question, 2028, no question. While the manufacturer says the 2026 is rated for up to a 75g tank, when it's loaded down with media, it's simply not enough flow. I have a 75g, and I use not one, but 2 2028s. It's HEAVILY overfiltered, but I like it that way.

However, for just a normal level of filtration, a 2026 won't be enough on a 75g. A 2026 is perfect for a 55g tank, but not any bigger. The price difference isn't that large. You won't regret the 2028.

And, just in case you are thinking about it, don't spring for the 2128 thermofilter. I have them. Nothing really wrong with them. Work great. However, eventually the heaters will fail, and when that day comes they are very expensive to replace. Better to just get the 2028 and then buy a Hydor inline heater.
 
jmhart said:
I have tried many different filters, many different brands, and Eheim Pro II is my preferred filter.

To the original question, 2028, no question. While the manufacturer says the 2026 is rated for up to a 75g tank, when it's loaded down with media, it's simply not enough flow. I have a 75g, and I use not one, but 2 2028s. It's HEAVILY overfiltered, but I like it that way.

However, for just a normal level of filtration, a 2026 won't be enough on a 75g. A 2026 is perfect for a 55g tank, but not any bigger. The price difference isn't that large. You won't regret the 2028.

And, just in case you are thinking about it, don't spring for the 2128 thermofilter. I have them. Nothing really wrong with them. Work great. However, eventually the heaters will fail, and when that day comes they are very expensive to replace. Better to just get the 2028 and then buy a Hydor inline heater.
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Cool. Thanks for that response. I thought about the 2128 (for just a second), but realized that wasn't what i was looking for.
Funny though, the Hydor inline was already on my list for heating! :)

As mentioned in my OP, i plan on having supplemental filtration, but i think 2 2028 will probably too rich for me. I was thinking something more modest, and i want something that's going to flow in the 100-200gph range, because i plan on running a UV sterilizer off of it.

JMHart, is your water current crazy in the tank with 2 2028s, or is it manageable?

--Any other 2028 owners out there??
 
With 2 2028s it's high current, but not crazy. However, when I throw on the Magnum 350 and Danner 7 for co2, it gets out of control. But I brought it all down using some DIY spray bars.

Anyway, yeah, 2 2028s is overkill, but I got a GREAT deal. However, my recommendation would be 1 2028, and then something like a Magnum 350 for water filtration and additional circulation. I think you'd like that, and Mag 350s are relatively cheap, and you can find some great deals on them used.
 
jmhart said:
[...]However, my recommendation would be 1 2028, and then something like a Magnum 350 for water filtration and additional circulation. I think you'd like that, and Mag 350s are relatively cheap, and you can find some great deals on them used.
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My concern with the 350 is the flow rate. It's rated at 350gph. And while i'm sure real-world flow isn't quite that high, i did plan on keeping media on the light/sparse side in the filter i'm using for the UV. I want the water to stay in the UV as long as possible. So maybe the flow would be significantly more than say, 200 gph? I'm not sure...
Since i'm taking my time with this setup, I just want everything copacetic. :grinno:
 
I have a pair of 2026, both using hydor inline heaters. One is the lone filter on my high tech planted tank and Ipush my pressurized co2 through it. It has been running this way for about 6 yeras now.

The second 2026 is on my 75 which is both heavily planted and has a heavy bio- load. In addition to the 2026 I have a hot Magnum w/micron cart) and an AquaClear 70/300.

I am happy with both setups.
 
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