ROX 0.8 - Our Best Aquarium Carbon
- Removes Yellowing Pigments, Contaminants, and Odor
- Use in a Media Bag or Media Reactor
- Very Low Dust - Minimal Rinsing Required
- Use Half the Amount vs Standard Carbons
For those seeking top-notch filtration performance, Bulk Reef Supply ROX 0.8 Carbon is the go-to filtration media. Despite a slightly higher upfront cost, ROX 0.8 Carbon proves cost-effective as about half the amount of this carbon is needed to achieve the same results as standard carbons commonly found in the aquarium hobby.
Known for its excellent adsorption properties, ROX 0.8 is capable of removing a wide array of contaminants, yellowing pigments, and irritants from aquarium water. This specialty carbon is extruded into tiny, extremely hard pellets, which results in less dust and reduces the amount of rinsing necessary before use. It features a high number of large and small pores, giving it the advantages of both lignite and bituminous carbons.
Why Should I Use Carbon in My Aquarium?
Carbon has many benefits in an aquarium, including:
- Odor Reduction: Keeps your aquarium from smelling fishy.
- Improved Water Clarity: Achieves crystal clear water by removing yellowing pigments.
- Toxin Removal: Effectively adsorbs toxins and other harmful chemicals from the water.
How Often Should I Change Carbon Media?
While frequency of changing will depend on your aquarium bioload and other factors, a good rule of thumb is to replace the carbon media in your aquarium every 2-4 weeks to ensure that it remains effective.
Recommended Dosage: 1 tablespoon per 10 gallons
Specifications
Iodine Number: 1000 min.
Ball-Pan Hardness: 97 min.
Surface area (BET) m2/g: 1225
pH: Neutral
Food Chemicals Codex: Passes
Ash, Mass %: 3
Methylene blue absorption g/100g: 24
Washed with Hydrochloric Acid
