UV Sterilizer with Canister Filter?

[MamaP]

Hi, All.

I'm looking to add a 40 watt UV sterilizer inline between my Fluval FX4 canister filter and the output head. My question is about the flow. The filter says it has an output of 700gph, but the max flow for protozoan control is 262gph.

Can the inline work, or do I need to come up with a way to make a closed-loop somehow? What's the best way to ensure I'm treating the most water effectively?

I appreciate any advice!

 

[CanuckReefer]

Hi, All.

I'm looking to add a 40 watt UV sterilizer inline between my Fluval FX4 canister filter and the output head. My question is about the flow. The filter says it has an output of 700gph, but the max flow for protozoan control is 262gph.

Can the inline work, or do I need to come up with a way to make a closed-loop somehow? What's the best way to ensure I'm treating the most water effectively?

I appreciate any advice!

I would say no. You want slower/ longer contact within the UV . Closed loop, is a better option.

 

[MamaP]

I would say no. You want slower/ longer contact within the UV . Closed loop, is a better option.

Thanks. That's pretty much what I thought. Any suggestions on how to do that?

 

[CanuckReefer]

Thanks. That's pretty much what I thought. Any suggestions on how to do that?

With existing pumps, no...but some on the other thread do have some viable ideas imo