wet/dry recommendations...

[Rogue951]

Why do you need a wet/dry filter?
I know a lot of people are going to shoot that idea down very soon....

[schroedel]

Originally Posted by Rogue951

Why do you need a wet/dry filter?
I know a lot of people are going to shoot that idea down very soon....

Sorry thats all i know since my current reef tank has had a wet/dry stuffed with live rock for 15+ yrs. I do not want tp do a refug.,(i dont think). I am open to suggestions and willing to learn. Thanks

[bryceschutte]

Pictures please. I am so new to this that I haven't even heard of wet/dry filter. Now I'm curious.

[hillegom]

The hobby has evolved a lot since 15 yrs ago. Wet/dry filters were very efficient, err, nitrate factories. They certainly were a step up when first introduced. Now, the emphasis is on skimming. Take the organics out before it turns into nitrates. The bacteria on all the live rock takes care of most of the biological processes, as well as live sand.
I found the book Marine Aquarist by Bob Fenner very helpful. But I am sure there is a lot of info on the web now.