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Filter Profiles: Eheim 2028 Professional II
By Becky

Type:	Canister Filter
Manufacturer:	Eheim
Types of filtration possible:	Mechanical, Biological and Chemical
GPH:	270 (1050 liters per hour)
Canister Size:	3 gallons (11 liters)
Tank Size:	Rated for up to 158 gallons (600 liters) (tropicals).
Pros:	Almost silent, 3 large media trays, high quality construction and parts available for repair (it can last for many years), in-line heater option, adjustable flow rate, maintenance indicator, self-priming, and auto-valve release.
Cons:	Expensive (but worth it!)

Here's the filter, set up and running.

The filter head attaches to the cannister with 4 large "EZ clips". They are very easy to open and close.

Three large media baskets are stacked inside the cannister along with a blue coarse sponge and white fine sponge.

The bottom basket is filled with ceramic rings (mechanical media) and topped with the blue coarse sponge. I put a used fine filter pad on top of the blue sponge.

The top 2 baskets are filled with scintered glass (biological media). I put bags of crushed coral and charcoal here when needed.
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A new fine filter pad goes on top and then a grate to keep it in place.

The filter head is placed on top and the input and output hoses are attached with a simple push of the lever.

The flow indicator will show when the filter is dirty and flow is reduced.

The hoses are attached to the tank with a piece that allows access to the tubes without taking everything apart. The knob on top screws off.

The return is a long spray bar that can be positioned horizontally or vertically. I have mine horizontal, with the left side higher than the right to create surface agitation.

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