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Steve-o
Wed Feb 20, 2008, 06:55 PM
I'm thinking about getting a UV Sterilizer for my 55 gallon ( 208L ) Discus tank... I was just wondering if anyone could recommend a good UV sterilizer... Some people say getting one too big can be harmful but others say you need a bigger 1 to combat against parasites. So if anyone could recommend a brand and wattage that would be a HUGE help :D

ILLUSN
Thu Feb 21, 2008, 10:03 AM
18w pondmaster coupled to a 600L/h pump and you'll be set.

shewey
Thu Feb 21, 2008, 11:38 AM
Yeah I got a pond master and its done a great job.

Cheers,
Mark.

albatrozz
Thu Feb 21, 2008, 12:14 PM
How do you know how much watts you need? I have a canister that does around 1200L/hr attached to a 9w UV steriliser, is that ok? will it still work good?

foo
Thu Feb 21, 2008, 12:40 PM
I am using a Laguna power clear 25w in a pond and another in my aquarium.... their running off a 1000 l/h filter and is said to be 99% efficient.... I stand by Laguna uv-c

Steve-o
Thu Feb 21, 2008, 03:24 PM
awesome thanks for the help guys :D