Coral Essentials Activated Carbon 2L

• Chemical Filtration – Activated carbon adsorbs impurities, toxins, dissolved organics, and pollutants, helping to keep the water clear and clean.
• Removes Organic Compounds – Carbon effectively reduces dissolved organic compounds that can cause coloration, odors, or reduce light penetration, promoting crystal-clear water.
• Improves Water Clarity – By removing tannins, discoloration, and particulate matter, carbon enhances the visual clarity of the aquarium.
• Reduces Harmful Substances – It can help remove medications, dyes, and other chemical residues after treatments or disturbances.
• Prevents Algae Growth – Removing organic nutrients and compounds can help reduce algae proliferation caused by excess nutrients or dissolved organics.

Activated carbon needs to be replaced regularly (every 4-6 weeks) to maintain its effectiveness. Carbon primarily handles chemical filtration; it should complement biological and mechanical filtration methods. Proper water flow through the carbon media is important to maximize its adsorption capacity.

Our Coral Essentials Activated Carbon is an ultra-high grade, bituminous carbon, in a handy 2L bucket. It is a virgin activated carbon in pelletised form, typical size 4-5mm diameter and 6-7mm long. Derived from bituminous coal, its high activity and extreme surface area (due to the activation manufacturing process) make it ideal for marine aquarium filtration applications. For filters, it’s generally accepted that carbon made from bituminous coal is far and away much superior. In fact, it’s the first choice for human drinking water purifiers the world over.

Rinse carbon thoroughly in fresh water before use to remove any residual carbon dust.