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Rubber o rings?

fz1ben

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Hi guys

Might be a stupid question but can I use any old o ring on my filter? I need a replacement for an eheim 2260 and eheim don't do a replacement. Can I just use one from a hardware or plumbers merchant or do they need to be aquaruim safe?

Cheers
 
I think 'Neoprene' is the best rubber as it has a longer life. Just make sure you get the exact size and it will be fine. It would have to be some pretty weird material for an O ring to affect your aquarium.

Harry.
 
Cheers Harry

I was hoping that would be the case as I work next to a mechanic who will give me an o ring instead of £20 for the eheim one! It only comes as part of a kit.
Just got to find one the right size now
 
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