Fish Tank Pumps - 3 Things to Consider Before You Buy a System

Fish tank pumps are the most vital part in your aquarium. They remove water from your fish tank, push it through a series of different levels filter media and return the filtered and oxygenated water to the aquarium.

Without any fish tank pump two problems will occur: first of all, the water in your aquarium will get cloudy and dirty and algae and bacteria will overwhelm every organism in it - the certain death for your fish! The second result is, that without a fish tank pump the oxygen in the water will decrease over time and soon your fished won't be able to filtrate it through their gills - again your fish will have a hard time!

In any way, installing fish water pumps and filtration system is an essential. When buying a system, you should consider 3 things:

1. Is the system compatible to your fish tank? - In some situations, the system might require connections that your fish tank does not provide or the pump itself is so large, it doesn't fit in the place you wanted it to fit in. Make sure you know the dimensions before buying a pump.
2. How many gallons of water does the pump has to work with? - A small pump will also work in a large aquarium, but it might not provide enough oxygen for all your fishes. In addition, the filtration system might not filter enough water to keep the fish tank free from harmful bacteria and algae. If you are unsure about the requirements for your pump, ask a professional.
3. Do I have fishes or plants in my aquarium that need certain bacteria or dirt in the water to live? Many fish tank pumps and filtration systems offer both chemical and biological filtration and you should make sure you choose the right filtration for your small biological habitat.

By answering these 3 Questions, you will be able to decide which exemplar of all the fish tank pumps is the right one for your aquarium.

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