Review: Fluval Spec 5 Gallon Shrimp Tank
Looking for a ultra-clean shrimp show tank? The 5 gallon Fluval Spec is a spectacular looking tank that will showcase your shrimp in any room. If you got a feeling the Fluval Spec is the tank you want, then you are right. Still on the fence and not sure? Read our review below and see why the Fluval Spec is a great tank and your shrimp should be in it right now.
Powerful 3-stage built-in filtration, high-output 7000K LED, etched glass with aluminum trim, classy and awesome shrimp showcase tank
Quick Overview:
Fluval SPEC was designed to be a showpiece for your home. Designed with glass and aluminum trim, it draws attention to your most prized shrimp collection. Super sleek in its looks and engineering. Powerful lighting and 3-stage filtration system makes the Fluval Spec a solid addition to your home. The Fluval Spec isn't a cheap plastic countertop tank, it's a well engineered showstopper that will have your friends and family in awe and appreciating your shrimp collection.
3-Stage Filtration System
Let's get down to the nuts and bolts. Engineered into the Fluval Spec is a 3-stage filtration system. You get mechanical, chemical and biological all built in and discreetly hidden to make your shrimp the point of focus. Mechanical filtration is handled with a foam filter block that receives water from the edge of the tank, removing large floating debris. Next, the carbon insert engages with chemical filtration, removing harmful toxins. As the water continuous downward, the biological filtration uses beneficial bacteria to further polish your water. Finally, filtered water is returned back into the tank using a practically silent pump.
Stage 1 - Mechanical: Fluval includes a foam filter block to catch large floating debris.
Stage 2 - Chemical: Activated carbon helps capture harmful toxins in the water.
Stage 3 - Biological: Beneficial bacteria grow on the BIOMAX rings, further cleaning the water.
Waterproof All-Aluminum LED Lighting
Lights get hot! Aluminum does a great job of removing heat. That's why Fluval engineers designed the Fluval Spec with an all-aluminum casing. Plus, the lighting is completely waterproof, so no more moisture build up inside the light housing. Switch between day & night time lighting with a convenient exterior switch. Powerful 7000K LED lights will highlight your favorite shrimp without overheating your room or the tank water.
Bonus Seamless Heater Integration
The Fluval engineers snuck in a little extra space for a heater. Although the heater is sold separately, you can hide away your heater inside the filter chamber. A great way to keep your tank looking super clean with no messy wires or risk burns with hot heater.
Hydor 50 watt submersible heater. Small in size but keeps water warm. Shatter proof, shock resitant, position vertical or horizontal, big easy to read dial.
Final Thoughts
If you have been wanting a nice show tank, then the Fluval Spec is a great option. At 5 gallons, it's not too small and not oversized. Fits nicely on a desktop or table in your home. Plenty of room for shrimp to do their thing. Dual day and night light settings with an all-aluminum waterproof housing. Plus a built-in 3-stage mechanical, chemical and biological filtration system to keep things nice and clean looking. You also have the option to add a heater tucked away in the filtration system. The price makes this a no brainer. Get the Fluval Spec while you can, great value and great engineering, makes for an awesome shrimp show tank.
Powerful 3-stage built-in filtration, high-output 7000K LED, etched glass with aluminum trim, classy and awesome shrimp showcase tank