Who has used 'surge' devices and what kind?

BlueAbyss · #6 02-13-2009, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Jack

I've used the carlson devices on different sized tanks.

Pros:

- Kind of a neat way to get some flow - it's not that great
- Fun to tinker and build

Cons:

- Lots of micro-bubbles
- Loud
- Pain in the ass to make and have setup above and beside your aquarium
- Cost just as much as a powerhead, except it's a pain in the ass
- Pain in the ass
- Looks ghetto

I think you know which option I voted for.

Good to hear some opinions, keep 'em coming. I'll be using a CSD either way and have figured ways to deal with most of the issues with them, but it's good to hear someone's experience.

View Poll Results: What method of surge, if you liked or disliked it
Used CSD, liked and will use again	1	6.67%
Used CSD, did not like and will not use again	0	0%
Currently using CSD, and like it	0	0%
Used Bourneman Device, liked and will use again	1	6.67%
Used Bourneman Device, disliked and will not use again	0	0%
Currently using Bourneman Device, and like it	0	0%
Used solenoid valve, liked and will use again	0	0%
Used solenoid valve, disliked and will not use again	0	0%
Currently using solenoid valve, and like it	0	0%
Its unnecessary but fun to watch other people fiddle with it	14	93.33%
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