EN-15
for example will gradually lower the water’s pH level. The mid level basket is a good place to begin
the biological reduction process, as well. Many media types provide both mechanical filtering and
biological treatment, creating an excellent environment for beneficial bacteria to proliferate. Even
many chemical compounds will support colonies of bacteria. With the primary mechanical
purification of the water stream occurring in the Foam Screen Frame and the lower basket, it is
typical to load additional biological media into a Mid Level Media Basket.
BioMax,
extra
Carbon
, or
Ammonia Remover
are commonly used. This is also the place where more exotic media, chosen for a
specific application, can be used.
Upper Level Basket
This basket receives the purest water stream, making it the proper place for dedicated biological
media. Placed here,
BioMax
, for example, provides optimal biological power in a very compact ring
configuration. With a multitude of pores perforating both the surface and the internal matrix, it is
an ideal substrate for this position, especially because it has a built-in trap to capture any loose
strands that might affect the operation of the impeller.
.
Ammonia Remover
( Mid or Lower Level, Media Baskets)
A-1480 (3-pk., 180g ea.)
A-1485 (700g)
A1486 (1400g)
A-1487 (2500g)
Fluval Ammonia Remover is a natural ion-exchange media designed to remove toxic
ammonia as water passes over it. Controlling ammonia levels reduces stress on fish. Use
this product to provide a healthy environment when setting up a new aquarium or
maintaining one that contains a higher than average fish stock.
Ammonia Remover gradually becomes inactive. Replace regularly, at least once a month.
For freshwater use only.
BioMax
(Upper Media Baskets)
A-1456 (500g)
Fluval BioMax ceramic rings have a complex pore system where beneficial bacteria can
thrive. With more capacity than most biological filter media, BioMax helps reduce
ammonia and nitrite. Plus, the rings allow ideal water movement throughout the
media, to ensure optimal contact time for efficient biological filtration.
Replace BioMax every 3 months.
IMPORTANT:
Replenish only half at one time to allow proper seeding from
older media to new.
For freshwater and marine environments.
FLUVAL FILTER MEDIA
