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How to Make Your Own HMF (Hamburger Matten Filter)

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• published: 09 Jul 2016
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Hey everyone, I was going to upload this video the on Wednesday but pushed it back since there were so many request to see the shrimp room :) I couldn't let you down! Anyways, if you've seen my last couple video you will know that I'm completely redoing my central system and converting it into 600 gallons of individually ran aquariums. The reason for this is I want to do Caridina shrimp like blue bolts, black king kongs, red wines, other Taiwan bees, crystal red, crystal blacks, etc. I'm stoked! It's going to be a fun project. Check out my first video on this entire project where I explain my plans: https://youtu.be/9uENkW2EwSc Check out how I disinfect each of the shrimp tanks to avoid re contamination: https://youtu.be/NqaAOgaR0T0 After cleaning and disinfect the aquariums, it's time to convert the filtration. I'm going to being making my own Hamburger Matten Filter. This type of filtration is amazing for shrimp due to the surface area it provides the freshwater shrimp for grazing. You will need a few things: PVC Cutter (or sawzall) 3/4 thin wall PVC 90 degree Sch 40 elbow 5 mil. drill bit for air line 3 inch sponge cut to your tank dimension (must be aquarium safe) 3/4 inch Metal Conduit for Electrical Wiring Alright, with everything above you are ready to make your own DIY sponge filter and/or Hamburger Matten Filter. First step is to use the 3/4 inch metal conduit to drill a hole in the sponge. Honestly, you do not need a drill or to sharpen the conduit. By simply applying pressure and twisting the conduit, you will cut through the sponge. The sponge can be dry, wet or anything in the middle. Nothing special about it. Next, you need to build a lift tube to move the water from behind the sponge back into the main area of the tank.You will need to cut a piece of 3/4 inch thin wall PVC to be 1-2 inches from the bottom of the aquarium. Remember, the 90 degree fitting will add about 1/2 an inch to the final product. Next you will need to cut the other side of the lift tube. I cut my spout of the lift tube 5 inches with the tip of the 45 degree angle measuring 5 inches. This can be done by having a 10 inch piece of PVC and cutting it in half at a 45 degree angle. Next, drill a 5 mil hole in the lift tube (not the spout). This will be large enough to pass the air line tuning through. Next you will pass the air line tubing down the hole and attach an air diffuser. This will create fine bubbles which will increase water flow. Assemble the lift tube and complete the installation. By using 3 inch foam, tank inserts to hold the foam in place are not necessary. I have never had an issue of shrimp slipping by. I hope you enjoyed this video! Thank you for watching, subbing, liking and commenting :) it is all very appreciated!