I want to use these in my water filter. Can you suggest a way of cutting the sticks down to 6" long? Sawing, breaking? Thanks.
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The water purification, I think jig saw is good or when you cut that can be any length
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Definitely not sawing, as the composition has changed from wood to carbon, which is very brittle. Though i haven't done it with a new stick, once it has been soaked, i imagine it can be broken fairly accurately over a sharp counter edge at the length you want. My 6 month 'old' sticks break easily if i drop them lightly on a hard surface (they have been soaking in a water pitcher for that time).
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What I did was to go to a hardware store like home depot or lowes and brought a inexpensive large filters and then cut them to fit. One filter makes 4 to 5 small filters after cutting them up. You can even find some in walmart just cut them to fit.
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like the others have said my filter sock is about 11" long, 4" opening at the top... great filters, best ever used.My advice to you is get more then I pair as I have to clean and change them a lot more often then they claim.I change my once a week, as I put in the clean once in, the dirty ones are socking in water and a little of bleach, rinse very, very well in fact I leave them in a pale with water and change water often,, on the last rinse I let them stand with clear water and few drops of cycle, Hope this is to your help...
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I would spray paint them the color of your floor or fountain and then use them as is. I think cutting these would weaken them.
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No, they are HARD plastic so I'm sure they would crack/split and you can't use scissors to cut. Maybe if you use a small saw to cut them. Actually, I thought they were the SOFT plastic, bendable straws but didn't bother to return.
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Sounds like you need these Aqueon 06085 Filter Cartridge, Medium, 6-PackThe minibows won't fit your setup. Amazon has multiple packages. Get a few - see if it works then get a 24 pack :-) -MJB
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I purchased those filters for a neighbor. That was what he wanted, actually that's what he insisted on. Personally I would not have them. Go to a fabric store by half inch or 1 inch poly batting for quilting use that.
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These are used for making hash from trimmed marijuana. You can use them in a couple different ways. I get a big hunk of dry ice and put it in a bucket with all of my trimmings. Then I put one of the filter bags over the bucket. Turn it all upside down, and shake vigorously. All the hash shakes thru, then scrape it all into a pile.
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I can't say. What I can say is that I've used this system for around ten years to filter our drinking water (essentially creek water) and have suffered no ill effects. For me, it's safe and economical. And though I've never cut one apart, they're a lot heavier when I remove them than when I install them - discounting the water content of course.
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If you want them to last longer and stay "sharp", you must use water to keep them cool while cutting. Make a circle of plumber's putty, or clay encircling the area where you'll be cutting and fill it with water. Replenish the area as the water evaporates...... I cut a 2 inch hole in a floor tile without any problems...
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I'm sure if you ask Hamilton Beach their response would be no. These filters are easy to cut with scissors, so if you need to fit them into a smaller form, it's possible. Ideally these are used in smoke and fume extractors. I'm not sure what your unit requires, but if you only need a carbon filter, it's worth a try.
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I will have to measure them but they fit snugly in my existing bait station and I also use a curved plumbing tube (outsied), put two in and they work great. I ahve been very happy with them.I use pure peppermint oil spray mixed with water in my attic to drive them away (they hate the smell) and it also serves as a pleasant deodorizer. Once outside they find the baits and then goodbye!
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I would think that they are about 6" and diameter depends on the root. It would work pretty well for minute logs. There are thick and thin sticks, there is not one set diameter.
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I have found two methods that work for me: 1. finger pinch - usually works for the first filter, but not so well for the second and 2. (my favorite) thick end of a chopstick or a thick bar stir stick. I always have a few chopsticks sets laying around and I found that thicker end will not poke a hole in your filters. Just push it through one of the top holes and it will push both filters far enough out so that you can grab them with your hands. For the hot second of annoyance that you might feel about needing extra equipment, it is so worth it! The double filter is a life and nose saver. Trust me! On a side note: I recommend that you pick up a extra set of round filters for every square/circle replacement pack you buy. The bottom (round filter) will need to be replaced more often then the top (square) filter. If the bottom filter gets wet accidentally (usually happens when I over fill the bin), it will mold and FAST. Top filter stays pretty dry, so you will not have to change it as often. Hope this helps and happy composting!
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Hello, I actually bought these filters as a gift and they will be using them in cups and not the actual water bottles. I have only ever seen this brand so I do not know that I can answer your question properly. I do know they were not huge. A little smaller then I thought they would be actually. I hope that helps some...
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They arent really intended to be cut - they snap together. However , Id imagine a hack saw / sawsall would cut it just fine.
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I suppose they could be trimmed to shorten the length but the spikes are a bit brittle and cutting might shatter the whole spike. Hope that helps.