{"title":"Filter Media: Bio Media","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"brightwell-aquatics-xport-bio-150-grams","title":"Brightwell Aquatics Xport-Bio, 150 grams","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrightwell Aquatics Xport-Bio is an Ultra-porous Biological Media with Superior Performance Characteristics\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtilizes NanoIntelex Technology to create an enhanced material with vast surface area for colonization by beneficial nitrifying bacteria, resulting in rapid and efficient conversion of ammonia into nitrite and nitrate\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e150 grams\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXport-BIO is not a chemical filtration media; it must be seeded with appropriate bacteria to begin nitrification. Simply placing Xport-BIO into an established aquarium will slowly seed the media, however seeding with MicroBacter as directed above will significantly decrease cycling time and therefore results in faster results. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSeed each 150 g of Xport-BIO used with 20-ml of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-weight: bold;\" href=\"..\/SearchResults.asp?Search=MicroBacter\u0026amp;Search.x=0\u0026amp;Search.y=0\"\u003eMicroBacter\n .\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe highest colonizable surface area to volume ratio of synthetic biological filtration media available\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher efficiency relative to conventional media results in smaller space requirements to achieve equivalent nitrification\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay be employed to rapidly decrease ammonia and nitrite concentrations in even the most heavily-stocked aquatic systems\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay be used in conjunction with Xport-NO3 and Xport-PO4\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621028237397,"sku":"RBA01630","price":10.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/BA01630-2.jpg?v=1781984318"},{"product_id":"brightwell-aquatics-xport-bio-brick","title":"Brightwell Aquatics XPort Bio Brick","description":"Use one XPort Bio Brick for every 1,000 U.S. gallons of system capacity, more for heavy bio loads. Rinse material well with aquarium water or purified tap water. For superior results, seed the material using  FlorinBacter  or  MicroBacter7  as appropriate for your aquarium.\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9\" x 4.5\" x 2.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighest porosity and largest useable surface area, per unit weight or volume, of all filtration media available anywhere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides huge amounts of aerobic and anaerobic surface area for efficient bacterial colonization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides over 71,000 square feet (6,596 square meters) of surface area per liter of medium. One brick has about 100,000 square feet of useable surface area for bacterial colonization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen properly colonized, and used as directed, it will reduce toxic ammonia and nitrites to near zero in ponds and all aquariums, marine or fresh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso reduces phosphate significantly and dissolved organics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks excellently as the only filtration medium for the aquarium or pond or may be employed in addition to other filtration media.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoped with Aragonite to buffer pH at the bacteria level, preventing acid buildup which eventually would kill the bacteria and reduce capacity. (Which is what happens in competing products)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621028270165,"sku":"RBA01682","price":35.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/BA01682-2.jpg?v=1781984319"},{"product_id":"brightwell-aquatics-xport-no3-dimpled-brick","title":"Brightwell Aquatics XPort NO3 Dimpled Brick","description":"Use one XPort NO3 Dimpled Brick for every 1,000 U.S. gallons of system capacity, more for heavy bio loads. Rinse material well with aquarium water or purified tap water. For superior results, seed the material using  FlorinBacter  or  MicroBacter7  as appropriate for your aquarium.\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9\" x 4.5\" x 2.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighest porosity and largest useable surface area, per unit weight or volume, of all filtration media available anywhere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides huge amounts of anaerobic surface area for efficient bacterial colonization for denitrification, along with sulfur doping to act as an electron donor to accelerate the process in freshwater, pond or marine applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides over 71,000 square feet (6,596 square meters) of surface area per liter of medium. One brick has about 100,000 square feet of useable surface area for bacterial colonization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso reduces phosphate significantly and dissolved organics.\nSo porous that it wicks water and stays wet for days when drained, allowing bacteria to remain viable after an equipment failure and ready for the repair.\n\t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoped with aragonite to buffer pH at bacteria level, preventing acid buildup which eventually would kill the bacteria and reduce capacity (which is what happens in competing products).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621028401237,"sku":"RBA01765","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/BA01765-2.jpg?v=1781984325"},{"product_id":"coralife-bio-balls-five-gallon-box","title":"Coralife Bio Balls Five Gallon Box","description":"Coralife aquarium Bio-Balls will enable aquarists to maintain large biological loads in much smaller filter areas. The dramatic increase in surface area is achieved by the unique, geometric design of the smaller, one-inch bio-ball. One gallon of Coralife aquarium Bio-Balls, (approximately 1125 balls), has a surface area of approximately 21.5 sq. ft. This increased surface area supports between 45 and 60 gallons of marine life.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621050191957,"sku":"RES00792","price":52.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/ES00792-2.jpg?v=1781985211"},{"product_id":"icecap-bio-sphere-biological-filter-media-1kg","title":"IceCap Bio-Sphere Biological Filter Media (1KG)","description":"IceCap's Bio-Plates is a dense arrangement of small ceramic spheres in a durable and compact four by three-quarter inch brick form capable of providing biological filtration up to 375 gallons. The media's ultra-high surface area is perfect for the mass colonization of beneficial bacteria required for efficient nutrient cycling in both freshwater and marine aquariums and ponds. Stack in a sump, trickle filters, wet\/dry filters, hang-on-back filters, or directly in the aquarium.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e1KG Box Contains 40 Bio-Spheres Balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 1-1\/4in Sphere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eUltra-High Surface Area Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDurable Ceramic Media Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNeutral pH (7-7.5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eTreats up to 750gal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstructions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\nRinse media before use. Media can be placed directly into the aquarium, reef sump, canister filter, wet\/dry filter, or large hang-on-back filter. For best results, seed the media with your choice of bacteria culture like Fauna Marin Bacto Blend by soaking overnight before adding it to the aquarium. For optimal results, rinse the media with tank water and gently scrub the surface debris every 12 months. Replace media every 5 years or as needed. Add additional media to increase the biological capacity of a filter system. \u003cb\u003eCAUTION -  NEVER CLEAN\/REPLACE MEDIA ALL AT ONCE\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621065101397,"sku":"RIC52071","price":12.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/IC52071-2.jpg?v=1781985844"},{"product_id":"icecap-4in-bio-plate-biological-filter-media","title":"IceCap 4in Bio Plate Biological Filter Media","description":"IceCap's Bio-Plates is a dense arrangement of small ceramic spheres in a durable and compact four by three-quarter inch brick form capable of providing biological filtration up to 375 gallons. The media's ultra-high surface area is perfect for the mass colonization of beneficial bacteria required for efficient nutrient cycling in both freshwater and marine aquariums and ponds. Stack in a sump, trickle filters, wet\/dry filters, hang-on-back filters, or directly in the aquarium.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 4 x 4 x 3\/4in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eUltra-High Surface Area Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDurable Ceramic Media Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNeutral pH (7-7.5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eTreats up to 375gal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstructions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\nRinse media before use. Media can be placed directly into the aquarium, reef sump, canister filter, wet\/dry filter, or large hang-on-back filter. For best results, seed the media with your choice of bacteria culture like Fauna Marin Bacto Blend by soaking overnight before adding it to the aquarium. For optimal results, rinse the media with tank water and gently scrub the surface debris every 12 months. Replace media every 5 years or as needed. Add additional media to increase the biological capacity of a filter system.\u003cb\u003eCAUTION -  NEVER CLEAN\/REPLACE MEDIA ALL AT ONCE\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621065134165,"sku":"RIC52072","price":7.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/IC52072-2.jpg?v=1781985845"},{"product_id":"icecap-8in-bio-plate-biological-filter-media","title":"IceCap 8in Bio Plate Biological Filter Media","description":"IceCap's Bio-Plates is a dense arrangement of small ceramic spheres in a durable and compact four by three-quarter inch brick form capable of providing biological filtration up to 375 gallons. The media's ultra-high surface area is perfect for the mass colonization of beneficial bacteria required for efficient nutrient cycling in both freshwater and marine aquariums and ponds. Stack in a sump, trickle filters, wet\/dry filters, hang-on-back filters, or directly in the aquarium.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 8 x 4 x 3\/4in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eUltra-High Surface Area Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDurable Ceramic Media Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eNeutral pH (7-7.5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eTreats up to 750gal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstructions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\nRinse media before use. Media can be placed directly into the aquarium, reef sump, canister filter, wet\/dry filter, or large hang-on-back filter. For best results, seed the media with your choice of bacteria culture like Fauna Marin Bacto Blend by soaking overnight before adding it to the aquarium. For optimal results, rinse the media with tank water and gently scrub the surface debris every 12 months. 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With a strong motor and automatic shutoff feature, this mixer makes water testing easier, faster, and more effective.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eSuitable for Most Test Kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eTime-Savings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e120 Minutes Battery Life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eRechargeable 5V USB \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecs:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eVoltage - USB 5V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003ePower - 1W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eBattery Fully Charged Time - 120 Minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eHeight - 2.375in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eFootprint - 2.75x2.5in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eMax Vial Size - 1in Diameter (27mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eIncluded Vial Size - 10mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstructions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\nPlace the magnetic stirring bar into the testing vial and insert it into the stir base. Press the power button to turn the mixer on and off. A blue indicator will light up when it is in operation. The mixer will automatically shut off after 5 minutes to conserve battery life. To charge the mixer, you can use the USB charging cable provided. Plug one end into the mixer and the other into a 5V USB port. A red LED will indicate that the mixer is charging, and a green LED will show that the mixer is fully charged.","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621067427925,"sku":"RIC98089","price":27.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/IC98089-2.jpg?v=1781985933"},{"product_id":"icecap-bio-sphere-media-tower","title":"IceCap Bio-Sphere Media Tower","description":"The IceCap Bio-Sphere Media Tower is a simple structure that allows the stacking of five Bio-Sphere Balls on each of its nine support rods to provide a more visually pleasing way of containing up to 45 total bio-sphere biological media. The stacking of the media will increase filtration efficiency when compared to placing the media in a detritus-collecting mesh bag in the sump. Bio-Sphere media are sold separately and designed to work with IceCap and Mantis Nano-Tech Bio-Sphere media, all sold separately.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecs:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 4.3 x 4.3 x 7.45in (LxWxH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eHolds Up To: 45 IceCap Bio-Sphere Biological Filter Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eColor: Black Base with Clear Acrylic Rods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621067722837,"sku":"RIC98158","price":9.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/IC98158-2.jpg?v=1781985945"},{"product_id":"icecap-dc-400l-utility-pump-with-inline-controller","title":"IceCap DC-400L Utility Pump With Inline Controller","description":"The IceCap DC-400L is a multi-purpose utility pump that can be used for various tasks in your aquarium. Includes an In-line speed controller that simplifies flow adjustment and on\/off operation. Popular uses included Auto-Top-Off(ATO) pump, small AIO return pump, reactor feed pump, draining aquariums, cleaning sumps, and more. 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Matrix is a porous inorganic solid about 10 mm in diameter. Each liter of Matrix provides as much surface (\u0026gt;~700 m2) as 170 liters of plastic balls! Plastic bio-materials provide only external surface area, whereas Matrix provides both external and internal macroporous surface area. These macropores are ideally sized for the support of nitrifying and denitrifying bacteria. This allows Matrix, unlike other forms of biomedia, to remove nitrate along with ammonia and nitrite, simultaneously and in the same filter.\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural biofilter support media\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor freshwater \u0026amp; saltwater aquariums\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 500 ml of Matrix for every 50 gallons of water. Sufficiently large that no filter bag will be required for most applications.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely inert and will not breakdown. It need not be replaced. Since the majority of the bacteria are internal, Matrix may be rinsed when needed without damaging the filter.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with all types of wet or wet-dry filters\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621136207957,"sku":"RSC01130","price":4.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/SC01130-2.jpg?v=1781988357"},{"product_id":"seachem-matrix-250-ml","title":"Seachem Matrix, 250 ml","description":"Seachem Matrix is a high porosity biomedia that provides efficient biofiltration for the removal of nitrogenous waste. Matrix is a porous inorganic solid about 10 mm in diameter. Each liter of Matrix provides as much surface (\u0026gt;~700 m2) as 170 liters of plastic balls! Plastic bio-materials provide only external surface area, whereas Matrix provides both external and internal macroporous surface area. These macropores are ideally sized for the support of nitrifying and denitrifying bacteria. This allows Matrix, unlike other forms of biomedia, to remove nitrate along with ammonia and nitrite, simultaneously and in the same filter.\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural biofilter support media\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor freshwater \u0026amp; saltwater aquariums\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 250 ml of Matrix for every 25 gallons of water. Sufficiently large that no filter bag will be required for most applications.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely inert and will not breakdown. It need not be replaced. Since the majority of the bacteria are internal, Matrix may be rinsed when needed without damaging the filter.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with all types of wet or wet-dry filter\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VASCAAquariumSupply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42621136306261,"sku":"RSC01160","price":2.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/2626\/2101\/files\/SC01160-2.jpg?v=1781988360"},{"product_id":"seachem-matrix-1-liter","title":"Seachem Matrix, 1 liter","description":"Seachem Matrix is a high porosity biomedia that provides efficient biofiltration for the removal of nitrogenous waste. Matrix is a porous inorganic solid about 10 mm in diameter. Each liter of Matrix provides as much surface (\u0026gt;~700 m2) as 170 liters of plastic balls! Plastic bio-materials provide only external surface area, whereas Matrix provides both external and internal macroporous surface area. These macropores are ideally sized for the support of nitrifying and denitrifying bacteria. This allows Matrix, unlike other forms of biomedia, to remove nitrate along with ammonia and nitrite, simultaneously and in the same filter.\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural biofilter support media\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor freshwater \u0026amp; saltwater aquariums\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 1 liter of Matrix for every 100 gallons of water. Sufficiently large that no filter bag will be required for most applications.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely inert and will not breakdown. It need not be replaced. 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