API Filstar Rena XP Intake Extensions (x2) Plus (1) Strainer as pictured

Question

Q: why don't they make a longer one piece intake tube? My fish are always knocking the sections apart.....it's really a pain........I would love to have a long one piece with strainer on the end, but I can't find such an item anywhere.

Asked by: David - 4/3/2016

Q: my rena filter has none or almost no suction, where the in take is. how do I fix it? does it mean it has to be clogged somewhere, or is it the motor? please help!!!!

Asked by: emily - 7/9/2016

Q: What is the diameter of the blue intake?

Asked by: Terry - 1/7/2023

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Accepted Answer

The Intake system is designed for maximum flexibility due to the wide range of setups and species using this filter. They range from commercial aquariums to home users and turtles to large game fish.

You can easily use some silicone sealant (glue) to hold the pieces together and keep larger fish from loosening them and causing air leaks. The reason we recommend that type glue is it can be undone easily and is safe for whatever is in the tank once it drys.

Accepted Answer

Filters lose suction for a variety of reasons most of which are caused by an air leak on the intake side of the filter. This can happen at any place where air can leak into the system while it is trying to pump. From your description it sounds like over a period of time more air leaked into the system and now the water level in the canister is probably below the rotor impeller area and the rotor impeller has no water to pump.

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You should contact the place where you purchased the filter or contact the manufacturer Mars Fishcare API at 800-847-0659 for help with the problem.

Accepted Answer

We don't have that information from the factory since it has been closed since 2006. It is slightly tapered but from our measurements it is close to 5/8 inches.

API Filstar Rena XP Intake Extensions (x2) Plus (1) Strainer as pictured

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