How To Choose An Aquarium Tank Kit.
Over the last decade, the aquarium hobby has seen a revolution in the type of aquarium and other equipment available to the would be fish keeper and established hobbyist alike. For many years aquarium kits would be put together from separate components manufactured by different companies and assembled by the purchaser. This method of creating a system is still available but a significant proportion of aquarium set-ups now sold are manufacturers systems or tank kits.
What Is And Benefits Of Choosing, An Aquarium Tank Kit.
An aquarium tank kit is a package provided by one manufacturer that includes all or most of the major components necessary. Commonly this would include the aquarium itself, an aquarium hood, filtration system and media, light system and for tropical systems, combined heater and thermostat. Unlike separates, all these components are fitted and wired so little input is required by the purchaser to get the kit “up and running”. Choosing an aquarium tank kit avoids costly mistakes, as all components are guaranteed compatible and matched to the aquarium type and water volume. Aquarium tank kits are supplied by major manufacturers that will provide a quality product with easy access to spares and with good back up in the event of component failure or query. Most kits also come with useful instruction and information booklets, which help you, get the best out of your chosen system. Buying a manufacturers tank kit is usually cheaper than buying separate components.
Types Of Aquarium Tank Kits.
Aquarium tank kits are available as Tropical or Coldwater system options. They are not suitable for Marine (Saltwater) fish but some can be modified by the addition of additional equipment to cater for these and other more exotic species. Most aquarium tank kits have a modern look but are often available in a range of colours. Some systems also have the option of matching stands. The leading suppliers of aquarium tank kits are Juwel (Rekord, Rio, Vision, & Trigon ranges), Hagen (Tropiquarium, Uno & Duo ranges), Mirabello and Eclipse. Other manufacturers such as Rena and Algarde also offer tank kits. A recent innovation that has become very popular is the Biorb, which is more accurately a Bowl Kit, as it takes the humble goldfish bowl to new heights with a clever filtration system and options for lighting and conversion to a tropical system.
Choosing An Aquarium Tank Kit.
The reasons for choosing one tank kit over another will predominantly be of a personal nature, taking into consideration such elements as suitability for inclusion into the house décor scheme and the physical impact into the available space. Budget also will play a part in your decision but whichever system you decide on, a tank kit will offer good value and the choice of systems is wide enough to appeal to the beginner and expert hobbyist alike.
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