Fluval s biomax filter media consists of porous ceramic rings that are designed to optimize surface area and support growing bacteria populations.
Ceramic ring filter media.
Biological filtration media are like condominiums for bacteria.
The ceramic filter cartridge often referred to as a ceramic filter candle processes the water and removes contaminants through a network of pores.
Marineland ceramic filter rings 140 count supports biological aquarium filtration fits c series and magniflow 140 rings pa11484 visit the marineland store 4 7 out of 5 stars 1 175 ratings amazon s choice for aquarium filter media.
Aquaneat bio ceramic rings aquarium sump filter media fish tank koi pond canister filter media in 6 free mesh bags 6 lbs 4 7 out of 5 stars 170 19 49 19.
While fluval recommends these filters be replaced every six months they tend to last considerably longer.
Each of them serves its purpose perfectly well and has its shares of pros and cons.
Both the bio balls and the ceramic rings are wonderful biological filter media.
The micropores have a mild tendency to clog but can easily be clean and replaced.
While there are other types of ceramic based filter media ranging from spheres to sticks they all behave similarly to ceramic rings.
Types include ceramic rings sponges pads bio balls and bio stars sand and gravel.
Ceramic rings don t filter your aquarium.
They simply provide a home for the bacteria that do all the hard work.
Clarify your water naturally and cultivate beneficial bacteria with these polypropylene bio balls increase dissolved oxygen levels new 2 from 19 99 free shipping on orders over 25 00.
Keep in mind that some of these materials can also be used as mechanical media.
Ceramic filtration systems exist in a variety of applications.
Extremely porous ceramic media for efficient biological filtration.