What facing novice aquarist: water in the tank always turbid, the filter can not cope with the work, and as a result the fish die. How can you not fall into despair? Someone begins to learn the theoretical basis of care for the fish, while others follow the path of least resistance and becomes a self-cleaning aquarium. The purpose of this study HousChief.ru - to figure out what kind of design is to handle it and it is worth buying.
![Aquarium with a self-cleaning system makes it easier to care for fish](/f/17/c4/17c4f91604c3f107a1f76bf05d7fccb2.jpg)
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- 1 The technology - Why Aquarium cleans itself
- 2 Self-cleaning tank: in practice?
- 3 Akvakompozitsiya on the table with a self-cleaning system
- 4 Why do experienced aquarists have no problems with cleaning aquariums
The technology - Why Aquarium cleans itself
Invented by the British technology - it's really an aquarium for lazy people. With her in the aquarium do not need no filter to clean or change the water. Self-cleaning takes place in a natural way.
How it works: set in a special aquarium LED lighteningAnd all the self-cleaning process takes place thanks to the change of the spectrum. LEDs controlled photosynthesis aquarium plants so that they are actively growing and feed waste. In this case, the lower algae that cause algal blooms, that is, its turbidity and acquisition of green color and odor, die without receiving the necessary conditions for reproduction.
![Visually it looks like this: before lunch aquarium highlighted in red in the afternoon until the evening - white, night - blue](/f/fb/f1/fbf19573e8b2a80442903c252eb9281b.jpg)
The system has a filter that causes the water to move constantly. It is in the stagnant water occur all the negative processes. Built-in heater maintains a constant water temperature - 27 degrees. This mode is suitable for virtually all tropical fish. The aquarium itself while quite small, only 15 liters.
![Fish farming for lazy people: on what principle operates self-cleaning aquarium](/f/84/ce/84ced73804a7c81578f252c5aa0338c2.jpg)
Self-cleaning tank: in practice?
What happens in practice? We will be honest with you: self-cleaning aquarium still have from time to time to wash and refresh the water in it. Much less than in a conventional system, and besides, you will not have any problems with the launch. That is bought, filled - and enjoy, without a long period of adaptation and expectations create your own ecosystem. Will there be comfortable in it the fish? Flock of tiny neon or cockerel - yes. Waste from these fish is small, so a good aquarium plant, planted in a special slot, do the organics.
![Remember: you need to feed the fish regularly. Moreover, it is necessary to pour the food in an amount such that the fish ate it immediately. Otherwise, the food will settle to the bottom and pollute water](/f/02/3e/023e74b9979eb08bff9357c7fb0e26b9.jpg)
Akvakompozitsiya on the table with a self-cleaning system
Water plants can become an ornament akvakompozitsii table. For them now began to produce a special kind of self-cleaning aquariums. The principle of operation here a little different, because there is no need to filter the water from the organics. Just from time to time it is necessary to drain the water with sediment, and add a new one.
![The inventors of the system found an original solution: Lower tube inserted into the container and derived upstairs](/f/1b/86/1b8657bd57aa7d42119c4b4461e0f8d3.jpg)
That is, when topping up water sediment naturally expelled through the tube. Lower algae as a result there is nothing to eat in such a system, and they reproduce very slowly. The entire structure is made of transparent durable plastic and is equipped with a small LED luminaire. You can use a small aquarium as a nightlight. Its capacity - only a couple of liters.
![Fish plant to inhumane - too little volume, but the plant will feel quite comfortable](/f/04/1e/041e96b1c6a76c508f6e487328764b02.jpg)
But here, should not deceive ourselves. You will not be periodically wash tank - the walls still grow green patina.
Why do experienced aquarists have no problems with cleaning aquariums
Look at the big aquariums in the office or at home with fans of marine flora and fauna. Do you think they are their owners endlessly change the water and clean the walls? If aquariums require such efforts, one would not want to mess with her.
![The main mistake of all beginners - constant water changes. And the more they do it, the more active breed harmful bacteria](/f/33/98/339890caee09982696ca3e44cddca8cb.jpg)
Here are some practical tips that will help you make the water clean for a long time:
- Do not panic if after clean water pouring it immediately became dull. This is a natural process. If you type patience, a day or two the contents of the tank will again become transparent. For this to happen faster - fill to defend the water. Let it stand up three or four days in a closed bucket.
Lower algae will not breed without UV, and all sorts of water supply additives evaporate - To create a favorable environment in the aquarium add the water from the old aquarium or, if not possible, purchase a special bacteria in a pet shop. They help to cope with the toxins and to establish the natural processes of self-purification.
"Right" bacteria make the water crystal clear - Responsible approach to the selection filter. It should be powerful enough for your volume.
Do not forget to clean the filter at least every 10 days - Not overpopulate aquarium fish. They will suffer from a lack of space. Do not overfeed the fish, they do fasting days.
Remember, a hungry fish - healthy fish - Do not put into the water scenery of dubious origin. They not only can give off toxic substances in water, but also serve as food for the bacteria.
- Buy aquarium walls magnetic scraper. It quickly removes plaque from the walls, you do not even have wet hands.
Magnetic scraper to clean the walls of the aquarium allows almost every day without difficulty - Do not place the aquarium in a place that is directly exposed to sunlight. Ultraviolet It contributes to the development of blue-green bacteria that cause algal blooms.
![If you follow these simple rules, your tank will not cause too much trouble, and you can enjoy its beautiful views](/f/4d/54/4d545dfe8d5429ad71bdaac27f3b201f.jpg)
In conclusion, we offer you an interesting video on how to do a self-cleaning aquarium with their own hands:
If you bought a self-cleaning aquarium, share your impressions in the comments, this is very interesting!