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Old 05-12-2014, 11:02 AM   #1
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Default fine stainless steel wire mesh as filter

has any1 tried using fine wire mesh as a filter for the 1st line of defense ?

those fine type ones.

im thinking it would be easier to wash then filter wool.
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Old 05-12-2014, 02:47 PM   #2
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I rather you use those sponge type of filter, at least, it will not corrode over time and introduce heavy metals into your water.
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Old 05-12-2014, 05:12 PM   #3
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It chokes pretty fast if you have large debris like dead leaves.
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Old 05-12-2014, 06:07 PM   #4
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wow... you need to defense against what?
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