the right filter for a 36 gallon bow front?

[peteyg]

I picked up a 36 gallon bow front at a very inexpensive price. I am trying to decide what I should use due to the height of the tank. I'm concerned that I might not get the flow necessary. Any thoughts?

 

[Lusus_Naturae]

What type of filter are you interested in - sump, canister, or hang on back?

 

[joe jaskot]

I filter my 36 gallon bowfront tank with an Emperor 280. Provides good flow. You could also use an AquaClear70 to filter the tank. Either filter will work if you want to use a HOB filter.

 

[Mavrick813]

I've got a Fluval 405 on my 29 Bow, and my Father has 2 Eheim Pro IIs on his 40 Gallon Bow / Corner.

 

[Lusus_Naturae]

Rena XP2 is what I would do on it..

 

[peteyg]

Thanks for the insight. I am thinking that a canister might provide more flow and circulation than a HOB.

 

[bbortko]

I have a fluval 405 on mine and its always crystal clear.

 

[peteyg]

Leaning toward the 06 series Fluval. Wouldn't a 306 be enough or do I need to go 406?

 

[bbortko]

It will be fine, I started with a 205 and it was enough. Only switched to the 405 because I had it laying paying a collecting dust.