Filters?

[Globel]

So I see they sell the Under Current with filters now. I was wondering if this is necessary..

Also I noticed that the filters they use are of a much lower spec then the pumps they supply. They should be ran with 200-400 GPM not 900+.. they need to use disk filters for this rate I thought...

 

[RMCG]

So I see they sell the Under Current with filters now. I was wondering if this is necessary..

Also I noticed that the filters they use are of a much lower spec then the pumps they supply. They should be ran with 200-400 GPM not 900+.. they need to use disk filters for this rate I thought...

Saved my ass once now.


Its just a SS mesh screen inside to stop media/root chunks. Not sure if I noticed its impeding flow much, if any.

 

[UCMENOW]

Those new stainless filter inserts are only 30 mesh....only tend to restrict flow when they need to be cleaned in my experience with them.

 

[bdawg22]

I just bought the 3/4" Y filters for my systems a month ago and they have been great. It has helped stop hydroton or any other debris. It has not restricted flow at all. I noticed it when I have added nuts to fresh water.

 

[Randyb]

I found actual root growth into the mesh from my last 2 buckets. Weekly cleaning is a good idea.

 

[BudGoggles]

I dont use any filters what so ever and (knock on wood) havent had a problem in 2 yrs

 

[Max Powers]

yea, they work great for hydroton, etc., but definitely stay on cleaning it because once roots grow up in there it's a major bitch to get them out...