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Old 05-08-2007, 02:05 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Lightbulb SSB vs DSB vs BB vs PLENUM

if you have to do it all over again, how would you set up your tank? Shallow Sand Bed, Deep Sand Bed, Bare Bottom or Plenum? just gathering ideas.
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Old 05-08-2007, 02:11 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Re: SSB vs DSB vs BB vs PLENUM

i just upgraded and went with the Deep Sand Bed

great not nitrate reduction and i love the look as well
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Old 05-08-2007, 02:11 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Re: SSB vs DSB vs BB vs PLENUM

SSB for me... I have one in my tank now and wouldnt change a thing
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Old 05-08-2007, 02:18 PM   #4 (permalink)
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Re: SSB vs DSB vs BB vs PLENUM

Either a SSB or a DSB with the wisdom to change it out after several years. It can't sink nasties forever
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Re: SSB vs DSB vs BB vs PLENUM

I just replaced my sand and removed my plenum! Nitrates are now 0 with a 3-4 bed. Much nicer!
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Re: SSB vs DSB vs BB vs PLENUM

I like the denitrifying ability of a DSB but eventually it will have to be replaced. In a larger setup this can be a huge project so some people opt for a shallow sandbed or BB tank.
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Old 05-08-2007, 07:02 PM   #7 (permalink)
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I like BB for ease of maintenance. Never had issues with nitrates with the BB either. I can understand most people don't like the looks however.
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Old 05-08-2007, 08:28 PM   #8 (permalink)
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SSB or DSB depending on the depth of the tank. I love the DSB but if the tank is short it takes up too much space.
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Old 06-12-2007, 05:49 PM   #9 (permalink)
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I went with a 3" SB in the MT for looks and a place for the sandlovers, and DSB w/Plenum in the fuge for the benefits it provides.
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Old 06-12-2007, 05:56 PM   #10 (permalink)
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