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For those whose goal is to minimize the cost of maintaining an aquarium, the Rena XP3 filter is the best deal in canister filters. According to aquarium filter reviews, the Rena X3 filter is a powerful 3-stage filtration canister (mechanical, chemical and biological). With a flow rating of 350 gph (gallons per hour), it can accommodate a 175 gallon tank. If you have a smaller tank, the flow rate can be adjusted.
The aquarium filter has three separate compartments – each compartment is divided into 2, making for a total of 6 separate compartments or 6 media baskets. You can then customize your Rena filter as to which media to use. The filter also comes with cellular foam packets (20 and 30 ppi or pores per inch) that will fit into the bottom two sections of the filter. The central compartment houses the ceramic rings or the biofilter where bacteria (good bacteria) can grow to become part of your tank’s ecosystem. The unit also comes with a Bio-chem Zorb pack to keep the tank water clean and sparkling. Another advantage of Rena XP3 is that they do not require specialized filter media like Fluval aquarium filters.
The Rena XP3 filter is a very simple filter to prime. It only requires one priming. Priming a canister filter means filling it with water so that when you turn on the filter, the suction begins and the water flow begins. The Rena filter is self-priming and its patented anti-blockage system ensures continuous flow, while the self-locking water shut-off system prevents accidental water loss.
Compared to Eheim, the Rena XP3 can be louder but totally insignificant. It sounds like the hum of the refrigerator. It is also larger than most cartridge filters. It has a clear plastic container so you can see what’s inside. As for maintenance, just move the control bar to shut off the water flow. Then simply take the filter from the canister into the kitchen and clean it. Make sure to clean the filter media inside.
Basically, the Rena XP3 makes the most expensive brands run for their money. Although most aquarium filter reviews point out that the Rena motor is noisy, it is still a good buy for its price even though it is sold without the biological media. As it is a powerful aquarium filter, it is the filter of choice for those with turtle tanks. Because turtle tanks tend to get dirty compared to fish tanks, cleaning and maintenance is always taken into account. Because of this, Rena is preferred because it is easy to clean and maintain.
Choosing a canister filter requires researching one that meets your needs, species type, aquarium tank size, maintenance consideration, and price. The Rena XP3 can compete with other more expensive brands considering that the more expensive ones have additional features, but all things considered, the Rena XP3 is a good choice as a lower priced canister filter.
