Hey everyone,
I decided to register here, cause there aren't really active forums in my native language and this forum does seem to be active.
I've setup my juwel vision 450 with Fluval FX6 filter inside the original cabinet and did custom pvc 1" (25mm) piping to the intake and outake. I've used only 30cm (12") of the original hose from the FX6 which is then connected to my custom pvc piping which are attached to the aquarium by suction cups.
When I turned on the filter I heard a really low humming vibration sound and as soon as I lifted up the FX6 (while working) the sound was pretty much gone. I'm thinking to lay a thick sorbothane pad underneath the FX6 to reduce the vibration or have it gone completely.
Now we are coming to my question;
I'd read on several forums and sites that the vibration of the filter can be transferred and amplified not only by the furniture/floor it's standing in/on, but also by a pvc piping system. Therefor it's said to use a piece of silicone tubing from the filter to the pvc piping to reduce the vibration or make it completely gone. Does this really help and how long should the silicone tube be? Wouldn't it be better to use 90% silicone and only use PVC where you need it? (in my case the last -30cm (12") to the intake/outtake).
Would love to hear your thoughts before I decide to buy anything.
Thanks and happy to be here! ;-)
I decided to register here, cause there aren't really active forums in my native language and this forum does seem to be active.
I've setup my juwel vision 450 with Fluval FX6 filter inside the original cabinet and did custom pvc 1" (25mm) piping to the intake and outake. I've used only 30cm (12") of the original hose from the FX6 which is then connected to my custom pvc piping which are attached to the aquarium by suction cups.
When I turned on the filter I heard a really low humming vibration sound and as soon as I lifted up the FX6 (while working) the sound was pretty much gone. I'm thinking to lay a thick sorbothane pad underneath the FX6 to reduce the vibration or have it gone completely.
Now we are coming to my question;
I'd read on several forums and sites that the vibration of the filter can be transferred and amplified not only by the furniture/floor it's standing in/on, but also by a pvc piping system. Therefor it's said to use a piece of silicone tubing from the filter to the pvc piping to reduce the vibration or make it completely gone. Does this really help and how long should the silicone tube be? Wouldn't it be better to use 90% silicone and only use PVC where you need it? (in my case the last -30cm (12") to the intake/outtake).
Would love to hear your thoughts before I decide to buy anything.
Thanks and happy to be here! ;-)