9 95galReef Experienced Reefer Rating - 0% 0 0 0 Nov 15, 2001 #1 Which Diatom filter is better, the Vortex XL for the SYSTEM 1
A AnotherGoldenTeapot Advanced Reefer Rating - 0% 0 0 0 Nov 15, 2001 #2 I hate to imagine what you're going to use a diatom filter for on a reef. I have a Vortex filter (never use it on my reef - in fact I never use it at all). It's hopelessly hard to clean. Back flushing never works. If you lose power then you end up with diatom powder in the tank. It's a real pain to get it going too. I'd never buy another one.
I hate to imagine what you're going to use a diatom filter for on a reef. I have a Vortex filter (never use it on my reef - in fact I never use it at all). It's hopelessly hard to clean. Back flushing never works. If you lose power then you end up with diatom powder in the tank. It's a real pain to get it going too. I'd never buy another one.