Filter For 50g

[AABatteries]

I was looking at some filters online and saw this one (http://www.aquariumguys.com/penguin200b.html), I was wonder if it would work with a 50g by itself, or if I would need the UGF with it?

[jbeining75]

Go with the emperor 400 or an Aquaclear 110..... That is to small. Filters are rated without media. You need a filter rated at least twice your capacity.. An ideal filter should also flush 8-10 times your tank capacity per hour...

The aquaclear would be the best bet unless you absolutely want the biowheel...

[sailor]

If at possible go for a filter that is rated for 100 gallons on a 50 gallon tank. That is the general rule of thumb for a lot of people when it comes to filtration for their aquariums. If you want to go for an HOB go for a aquaclear 110. they are a great filter. You would not need the ugf as they are an antiquated filter system that usually cause more problems than they fix.

[cocoa_pleco]

that filter is rated for 50g, but really its for a 33g, they just exagerate how good the filter is. on a 50g i would get one rated for a 100g

[Halelorf]

I would recommend the aquaclear. I've had several of them, they are built to last, they come with lots of extras most other powerfilters don't, and they are super quiet!

[cocoa_pleco]

yeah, a AC110 or fluval 105 will do