Adding an aquarium to your home is the perfect way to bring beautiful color and life to your surroundings. Observing and interacting with your aquatic pets can help lower your blood pressure and reduce the stress of everyday life.
If you would like to add a freshwater aquarium to your home, but aren't sure how to get started, the following component list and step-by-step guide will help you on your way to creating a beautiful attraction like the 55-gallon aquarium setup pictured here. As you will see, adding an aquarium to your home is easy to do and well worth the years of enjoyment you will experience.
Step One: Set up Aquarium and Stand
Place aquarium out of direct sunlight, allowing at least 5" clearance for the filter.
Allow 5" between the wall and the aquarium to accommodate the filter, and ensure the stand is level. Be certain this is a good location for the aquarium, as you will have to completely disassemble the system if you want to move it later.
Step Two: Add Gravel and Water
Use a plate when adding water to prevent gravel displacement.
Rinse the gravel in clean water and add it to the aquarium, sloping it up towards the back.
Place clean plate on top of gravel and start to fill the aquarium with water. If your tap water contains chlorine, add our Chlorine Neutralizer.
Step Three: Install Filter and Heater
Install equipment, but do not plug anything in yet.
Assemble and hang the power filter on back of aquarium.
Attach the thermometer in a place that is easy for you to monitor.
Assemble and install the heater under water level, near input to filter.
Step Four: Decorate
Add decorations, but leave plenty of swimming room for fish.
Rinse all the plants with clear water.
Place all the background plants, arrange the driftwood, add accent and foreground plants, along with a few special stones.
Fill aquarium and filter with water.
Plug in filter and heater.
Wait 24 hours for water temperature to stabilize before adding fish.
Step Five: Add Fish!
Add about 10" of fish initially to establish the nitrogen cycle.
After properly acclimating fish, release them into the aquarium (without adding the water they were shipped in).
Add on the light and canopy.
Wait four weeks and test for ammonia and nitrite. When the levels return to zero, you can begin adding the rest of your fish a few at a time (up to 55 inches total). Or, use our Live Nitrifying Bacteria to quickly establish biological filtration and cycle your aquarium.
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2016年10月5日星期三
How to select a right water pump for your aquarium
When choosing a water pump type and size, there are several factors to include in your decision:
Filtration type -- What type of filter system is best for the type of aquarium you are planning? The type of filter you choose dictates the type of water pump you need.
Desired flow rate -- Do the inhabitants of your aquarium require a greater flow rate (saltwater fish), or a lesser one (planted aquarium). Research the flow rate needs of the type of aquarium you are planning.
Plumbing and head height -- What type of plumbing will be installed? Are you using a lot of elbows, and sharp turns, etc. Where will the filtration system be located? Directly underneath the aquarium? In the basement or another room? Be sure to consider the total distance the pump will be required to move your aquarium water.
Additional devices -- Will your new aquarium require additional filtration or temperature control devices, such as UV sterilizers, protein skimmers, and chillers, etc.?
Submersible Water Pumps
Submersible water pump is run completely underwater, usually in the sump of a wet/dry filtration system. They draw water from the filter, and push it back into the aquarium, or through other devices, such as chillers or UV sterilization units. There are several advantages to a submersible pump: they are easy to install because they don't require you to drill and install a bulkhead in your filter system; and they tend to be a little quieter because they run underwater.The main disadvantage with submersible pumps, especially the more powerful ones, is that they are water cooled, so that means unwanted heat may be added directly to your aquarium water. Additionally, your filter's sump may have limited space for a pump, so the dimension of the submerged pump is an important consideration.
In-line Water Pumps
In-line water pumps are used out of the water, and are connected to an inlet hose and outlet hose used to filter your aquarium water. The major advantage of in-line pumps is that they are air-cooled, which means they may add less heat to the water. They are often more powerful pumps, able to move more gallons per hour. In-line water pumps can be installed in one of two configurations: pressure setups or free-flow setups. The Lifegard Quiet One pump may be successfully used in either configuration. Other in-line pumps are optimized for one specific configuration.
Filtration type -- What type of filter system is best for the type of aquarium you are planning? The type of filter you choose dictates the type of water pump you need.
Desired flow rate -- Do the inhabitants of your aquarium require a greater flow rate (saltwater fish), or a lesser one (planted aquarium). Research the flow rate needs of the type of aquarium you are planning.
Plumbing and head height -- What type of plumbing will be installed? Are you using a lot of elbows, and sharp turns, etc. Where will the filtration system be located? Directly underneath the aquarium? In the basement or another room? Be sure to consider the total distance the pump will be required to move your aquarium water.
Additional devices -- Will your new aquarium require additional filtration or temperature control devices, such as UV sterilizers, protein skimmers, and chillers, etc.?
Submersible Water Pumps
Submersible water pump is run completely underwater, usually in the sump of a wet/dry filtration system. They draw water from the filter, and push it back into the aquarium, or through other devices, such as chillers or UV sterilization units. There are several advantages to a submersible pump: they are easy to install because they don't require you to drill and install a bulkhead in your filter system; and they tend to be a little quieter because they run underwater.The main disadvantage with submersible pumps, especially the more powerful ones, is that they are water cooled, so that means unwanted heat may be added directly to your aquarium water. Additionally, your filter's sump may have limited space for a pump, so the dimension of the submerged pump is an important consideration.
In-line Water Pumps
In-line water pumps are used out of the water, and are connected to an inlet hose and outlet hose used to filter your aquarium water. The major advantage of in-line pumps is that they are air-cooled, which means they may add less heat to the water. They are often more powerful pumps, able to move more gallons per hour. In-line water pumps can be installed in one of two configurations: pressure setups or free-flow setups. The Lifegard Quiet One pump may be successfully used in either configuration. Other in-line pumps are optimized for one specific configuration.
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What is Marine Aquarium
A marine aquarium is an aquarium that keeps marine plants and animals in a contained environment.
Filtration of marine aquarium
In general, marine aquariums have more complex filtration requirements than freshwater aquarium. The various components frequently include canister filter and protein skimmer.
Some marine aquarium include a sump, which is an external container connected to the main aquarium with a submersible water pump. In most setups, the sump is located below the aquarium and is fed water from the main tank via an overflow. The sump helps the appearance of the tank, because it allows filtration and maintenance equipment like protein skimmer, aquarium heater, activated carbon to be kept out of sight of the main tank.
Marine Aquarium Lighting
Programmable aquarium lighting is used in aquariums to simulate day and night. This is beneficial for fish and invertebrates since it establishes a routine, enables them to rest, and makes them feel more secure. Various light sources include but are not limited to: natural sunlight, fluorescent, VHO fluorescent, T5 fluorescent, compact fluorescent, LED and metal halide. Each type of aquarium lighting has its own advantages and disadvantages.An aquarium UV steriliver is used to kill the green moss in water and keep water purified.
Filtration of marine aquarium
In general, marine aquariums have more complex filtration requirements than freshwater aquarium. The various components frequently include canister filter and protein skimmer.
Some marine aquarium include a sump, which is an external container connected to the main aquarium with a submersible water pump. In most setups, the sump is located below the aquarium and is fed water from the main tank via an overflow. The sump helps the appearance of the tank, because it allows filtration and maintenance equipment like protein skimmer, aquarium heater, activated carbon to be kept out of sight of the main tank.
Marine Aquarium Lighting
Programmable aquarium lighting is used in aquariums to simulate day and night. This is beneficial for fish and invertebrates since it establishes a routine, enables them to rest, and makes them feel more secure. Various light sources include but are not limited to: natural sunlight, fluorescent, VHO fluorescent, T5 fluorescent, compact fluorescent, LED and metal halide. Each type of aquarium lighting has its own advantages and disadvantages.An aquarium UV steriliver is used to kill the green moss in water and keep water purified.
2016年9月24日星期六
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Aquarium-solution found in 2014 as an online aquarium store. We are an online distributer, wholesaler and trading company carry on aquarium accessories for fresh water aquarium, saltwater aquarium, marine aquarium. Aquarium-solution is a one-stop online store of aquarium accessories. You can find all you need for your aquarium tank in here. Our products are aquarium chiller, aquarium thermometer, aquarium fan, canister filter, aquarium heater, protein skimmer, aquarium led light, aquarium t5 lighting, aquarium metal halide, uv sterilizer, air compressor, submersible water pump, fountain pump and so on.
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Aquarium-solution found in 2014 as an online aquarium store. We are an online distributer, wholesaler and trading company carry on aquarium accessories for fresh water aquarium, saltwater aquarium, marine aquarium. Aquarium-solution is a one-stop online store of aquarium accessories. You can find all you need for your aquarium tank in here. Our products are aquarium chiller, aquarium thermometer, aquarium fan, canister filter, aquarium heater, protein skimmer, aquarium led light, aquarium t5 lighting, aquarium metal halide, uv sterilizer, air compressor, submersible water pump, fountain pump and so on.
Shop with confidence at aquarium-solution.com. Aquarium-solution accept payment via credict card, paypal, money booker, western union, T/T remittance. All of our products have 1 year garrantte.
Lowest price high quality aquarium accessories at aquarium-solution. We are a direct-sale store with lowest price.
We delivery to worldwide with a reasonable postage. Aquarium-solution will send out your orders in 48-72 hours after payment processed by registered air mail or DHL/FedEx Express shipment which takes 7-45 days for delivery. If your order did not delivered in 45 days after sending you, we will make full refund to you.
How to be our member? You can simply log in with your facebook, google account. Or fill your basic info. We will not pubblish your info to third parties. Your info is well protected by aquarium-solution. All of our new members can get a $5 coupon when first time sign in.
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Aquarium-solution founded in 2014 as an online aquarium shop run on fresh water aquarium, saltwater aquarium and marine aquarium accessories.
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Aquarium-solution has all essencial for aquarium tank. Our mainly products are protein skimmer, aquarium heater, aquarium light, UV sterilizer, canister filter, submersible water pump, fountain pump, air compressor and so on.
We delivery to worldwide. We enjoy a good reputation for our competitive price, high quality products and excellent after-sell service. We are a distributor of famous aquarium brand such as Resun, Boyu, Hailea, Aleas, Jeneca, SUNSUN, Bubble-magus, Aqua Zonic, Of Ocean Free, Jecod, Jebao, Jebo, JBA, Atman and other high quality products.
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