We've recently purchased an Aqua Clear 50 powerhead to run an undergravel filter in reverse flow mode.
http://www.hagen.com/usa/aquatic/product.cfm?CAT=1&SUBCAT=119&PROD_ID=01005650020101
My question is: What about the debris the powerhead pumps to the bottom side of the UG Filter?
There's not an easy way to pre-filter this particular powerhead when running in reverse flow mode. It sucks water in a slit near the forward/reverse flow selector.
Thoughts in general about reverse flowing UG filters and required maintenance would be appreciated.
BTW, I am also using an Emperor 280 power filter in this 40 gallon tank.
My thoughts were to use the power filter in conjunction with the UG filter with the powerhead powering the UG filter in reverse flow mode. I would do 'normal' cleaning of the gravel with a syphon gravel cleaner.
http://www.hagen.com/usa/aquatic/product.cfm?CAT=1&SUBCAT=119&PROD_ID=01005650020101
My question is: What about the debris the powerhead pumps to the bottom side of the UG Filter?
There's not an easy way to pre-filter this particular powerhead when running in reverse flow mode. It sucks water in a slit near the forward/reverse flow selector.
Thoughts in general about reverse flowing UG filters and required maintenance would be appreciated.
BTW, I am also using an Emperor 280 power filter in this 40 gallon tank.
My thoughts were to use the power filter in conjunction with the UG filter with the powerhead powering the UG filter in reverse flow mode. I would do 'normal' cleaning of the gravel with a syphon gravel cleaner.