Bubble magus medium filter roll replacement

[moreef]

Anyone know where to get the bubble magus medium roller filter replacement rolls? I have only seen the large for sale. Has anyone used non bubble magus rolls and if so what kind? Thanks much, Eric

 

[ReefHog]

I contacted Seaside Aquatics (who is the US distributor) and they said medium replacement fleece rolls are on the way. I went ahead and ordered a roll from Aliexpress for $20, and received it in two weeks from China.

15.34US $ 7% OFF|Original Replacement Filter Rolls Set For Bubble Magus Arf-s/m/l Automatic Roll Filter Nylon Filter Sock Bio Filter Media 25m - Filters & Accessories - AliExpress

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[moreef]

I contacted Seaside Aquatics (who is the US distributor) and they said medium replacement fleece rolls are on the way. I went ahead and ordered a roll from Aliexpress for $20, and received it in two weeks from China.

15.34US $ 7% OFF|Original Replacement Filter Rolls Set For Bubble Magus Arf-s/m/l Automatic Roll Filter Nylon Filter Sock Bio Filter Media 25m - Filters & Accessories - AliExpress

Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com

www.aliexpress.com

Cool Thanks

 

[vtecintegra]

I get the medium rolls from Aquacave, but they are out of stock.

I've tried Aquamaxx rolls, but they were slightly too wide in my roller.

 

[moreef]

Wonder if this one will work. Its also 6” and 20 microns ( not sure what the bubble magus is ). This is for clarisea rollers.

ClariSea SK-5000XL Replacement Fleece Roll - D-D The Aquarium Solution

Replacement Filter Fleece for the ClariSea SK-5000XL Automatic Filter Systems Keep your ClariSea filter system running perfectly with the 20-micron replacement fleece rolls. Each roll is 131 feet long and can give you months of maintenance-free operation. Specifications: Micron Rating - 20...

www.bulkreefsupply.com

 

[ReefHog]

Wonder if this one will work. Its also 6” and 20 microns ( not sure what the bubble magus is ). This is for clarisea rollers.

ClariSea SK-5000XL Replacement Fleece Roll - D-D The Aquarium Solution

Replacement Filter Fleece for the ClariSea SK-5000XL Automatic Filter Systems Keep your ClariSea filter system running perfectly with the 20-micron replacement fleece rolls. Each roll is 131 feet long and can give you months of maintenance-free operation. Specifications: Micron Rating - 20...

www.bulkreefsupply.com

Depends on what the opening diameter is. And the outside diameter. And if it has a collection roll. The BM one is $20 so $14 cheaper.

 

[Proctor614]

Interesting. Let us know how it works if you go for it. I’d rather spend a few minutes re-wrapping the roll vs not having ANYTHING to replace it with.

 

[Juano908]

I'm in the same boat, I can not find the replacement any where but Aliexpress.
I've been wondering the same about the Clarisea one.

 

[moreef]

Yeah Im wondering if they discontinued the roller filter since I can’t find it on bm website. The one Im getting from aliexpress shuld be here any day. I ordered on 14th so shoukd be about 2weeks total and that aint bad. If it is right size I may order 5 more lol. I emailed aquacave or some place like that probably close to 3 weeks ago and they said should be in stock within 2 weeks.

 

[ReefHog]

Yeah Im wondering if they discontinued the roller filter since I can’t find it on bm website. The one Im getting from aliexpress shuld be here any day. I ordered on 14th so shoukd be about 2weeks total and that aint bad. If it is right size I may order 5 more lol. I emailed aquacave or some place like that probably close to 3 weeks ago and they said should be in stock within 2 weeks.

I got mine from aliexpress last week. Just over two weeks. It’s the same and in BM packaging.

 

[moreef]

Heads up that fishtanksdirect has replacement rolls in stock. I just ordered some of the medium rolls.

 

[CMMorgan]

Gosh - good point. They have been out of stock for a while. I wonder if Bubble Magus is having Covid-19 supply issues or if they discontinued. EEK
I'm thinking of trying to make a DIY version.

 

[HJ99]

I found this thread as I was considering one of these filters. They don't show on BM website and I got no response when I emailed them . I see other rolls that are 6" but I guess that isn't the only issue. Also, does anyone know the actual footprint in the sump ?

 

[moreef]

I found this thread as I was considering one of these filters. They don't show on BM website and I got no response when I emailed them . I see other rolls that are 6" but I guess that isn't the only issue. Also, does anyone know the actual footprint in the sump ?

You can find the dimensions online like aqua cave or fishtanks direct etc. I would measure mine for you but I have everything covered to keep tank warm as Im in Texas and rolling blackouts since Sunday. I can say that its likely it won’t fit in typical filter sock chambers in most sumps. I have mine in first chamber and it works like a champ. I should have got one long ago.

Only problem with these is if you have 2 drains or more like most people you may need to have a bulkhead 3d printed for the other side of filter. There is a link in here with exact dimensions and you can have someone print it. I have been on same roll for over a month and still good bit of it left. Replacements are only $20 and with 4-5 you are good for long time. The bm unit is much cheaper and comes assembled and seems like good quality to me.

 

[moreef]

Oh and yes the medium unit rolls are 6” and now in stock on many websites.

 

[HJ99]

Thanks for the info!! I really haven't found any negative reviews on it. One site lists the "submerged section" as 6.5x6.5. I was wanting to put it in the first chamber with a skimmer. Allowing for a planned Curve 7 it would leave me with 8 deep x 12wide to work with. It's a 125g DIY sump so I could move baffles if need be but rather not. I saw a youtube where a guy simply cut a hole in the block off plate and installed a elbow thus giving two inlets. I hope your situation improves. Weather in PA has been a ***** but so far no power issues.

 

[moreef]

Thanks for the info!! I really haven't found any negative reviews on it. One site lists the "submerged section" as 6.5x6.5. I was wanting to put it in the first chamber with a skimmer. Allowing for a planned Curve 7 it would leave me with 8 deep x 12wide to work with. It's a 125g DIY sump so I could move baffles if need be but rather not. I saw a youtube where a guy simply cut a hole in the block off plate and installed a elbow thus giving two inlets. I hope your situation improves. Weather in PA has been a ***** but so far no power issues.

Thanks we are lucky that we are in the rolling blackout club because a lot have been without power for days and have lost everything. Some havent lost power at all. It just seems so wrong the way it has been handled.

I was going to do that with the other side of filter and it definitely would work but decided to get the one 3D printed from the link. I think either way is fine and since the main siphon will go in the elbow that is included its not a huge deal. I think you will really love it. Take care.

 

[ReefHog]

Thanks for the info!! I really haven't found any negative reviews on it. One site lists the "submerged section" as 6.5x6.5. I was wanting to put it in the first chamber with a skimmer. Allowing for a planned Curve 7 it would leave me with 8 deep x 12wide to work with. It's a 125g DIY sump so I could move baffles if need be but rather not. I saw a youtube where a guy simply cut a hole in the block off plate and installed a elbow thus giving two inlets.

There are three sizes now and all have different dimensions. I have the original ARF-1 which is now their Medium and uses the 6" rolls. I use 3/4" PVC pipe for the drain from my overflow and it fits perfectly inside the included metric pipe that the flexable drain tubing would go over. It looks way cleaner and there are no clamps. So for the Medium, you will need 10" in length (which accommodates the elbow and drain pipe or tubing), 8.25" in width (8" if there is no "lip" on your sump. My sump is a 20 gal long and has a 1/2" lip or trim inside the glass) and 11" depth/height. Now if you add a second drain on the opposite side of the first one, you will have to account for another 2.5" in length to accomidate the second elbow and drain pipe.

 

[HJ99]

There are three sizes now and all have different dimensions. I have the original ARF-1 which is now their Medium and uses the 6" rolls. I use 3/4" PVC pipe for the drain from my overflow and it fits perfectly inside the included metric pipe that the flexable drain tubing would go over. It looks way cleaner and there are no clamps. So for the Medium, you will need 10" in length (which accommodates the elbow and drain pipe or tubing), 8.25" in width (8" if there is no "lip" on your sump. My sump is a 20 gal long and has a 1/2" lip or trim inside the glass) and 11" depth/height. Now if you add a second drain on the opposite side of the first one, you will have to account for another 2.5" in length to accomidate the second elbow and drain pipe.

Thanks. That's great info. I would be getting the medium. It's an older Marineland tank I got used so I wouldn't have a problem doing some surgery on the trim if need be. I'll have 2 1" drains so a second elbow would be nice. As luck would have it, I just siliconed the baffles in last week with the first being 12" from the end. If I end up redoing it, this won't be the first time and probably not the last. LOL

 

[ReefHog]

I just have my BM in the same chamber as my skimmer. First one. No need for a baffle between the two. My first baffle is after the skimmer and sets the constant water height for it.