How often should you change a top fin filter?

every 3-4 weeks
Rinse the filter cartridge under cool tap water to remove dust.To help maintain a healthy aquarium, change the filter cartridge every 3-4 weeks, or if water flow becomes obstructed.

Should my top fin filter be open or closed?

The filter can be used either way, depending on the needs of your tank. If closed, this filter will pull from the bottom of the tank only. If opened, the tank will filter water throughout the different depths of the tank.

Is Top Fin a bad brand?

While I do agree that Top Fin isn’t the best brand out there for aquarium products, it is not nearly as terrible as you make it out to be. This was only one defective tank, it’s a stretch to call all of their tanks terrible from just one. Furthermore, Top Fin tanks have a lifetime warranty.

Are Top Fin aquariums safe?

Albeit supplied with fluorescent lighting to suit an aquatic environment, simply by fitting a UV tube this tank could also be used as a vivarium. Being a PetSmart own brand, Top Fin, you can trust the manufacturing quality of the product will keep your aquatics safe and sound.

Should I change filter cartridges?

If the material is visibly degrading, you should consider replacing that cartridge immediately because you are no longer getting proper filtration. Lastly, and by far the easiest sign that you need to replace the filter cartridge, is if the end caps are broken.

How long do aquarium filters last?

Be sure to replace the filter media at least every three to four weeks and give the filter housing a quick rinse. If any algae or debris has accumulated in the intake tube, clean that as well.

Which way should the filter face in a fish tank?

What direction should the “cloth” side of the filter face? (Outside or Inside?) Answer: The plastic goes toward the tank. Water flows through the cloth side, and that is where poop and other solid material should get lodged.

Where can I buy a top fin filter?

Designed to fit many aquarium sizes, find the right Top Fin small filter or larger canister filter for your tank. All of your fish’s needs can be found with Top Fin aquatic products at PetSmart. Shop all the accessories, tanks, and fish supplies needed in-store or online.

How big is the top fin air pump?

It’s on my 29 gallon tank running 2 air bars full length of tank, 2 small air bubblers, a small volcano, and the Cocotree & Wooden House Bubbler, i also had a treasure chest but i dropped it when cleaning. The pump is very quiet even turned the whole way up and just poors bubbles out of the air bars.

What do you need for a top fin aquarium?

Top Fin aquarium products include high-quality fish tanks, starter kits, tank filters, cartridges and air pumps, gravel, backgrounds, décor, cleaning tools, water conditioners, replacement filter media, fish food, and more. Designed to fit many aquarium sizes, find the right Top Fin small filter or larger canister filter for your tank.

Which is the best air pump for an aquarium?

Most orders ready in 3 hours or less! This Top Fin Aquarium Air Pump improves water circulation within your aquarium, and runs ornaments and other aeration products. You will love how this quiet and durable pump works in your underwater world. Only at PetSmart. 3.1 out of 5 stars. Read reviews for Top Fin® Aquarium Air Pump