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JBL SilicatEx Rapid - Aquarium Filter Media 400G
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JBL SilicatEx Rapid - Aquarium Filter Media 400G
This is how to have a beautiful aquarium without troublesome algae
Diatoms form brownish coatings on plants, aquarium base and decorations. They occur when your water contains more than 0.4 mg/l silicic acid/silicates (SiO2). The silicic acid mainly comes from your tap water. It serves to develop the skeletal structure of the diatoms. To combat the algae, just remove the silicic acid from the water and they will die or have no opportunity to form.
Diatoms are neither toxic nor harmful. They even form a part of the nutritional basis for grazing cichlids in Lake Malawi and Lake Tanganyika. But as algae form brownish coatings which are regarded as unattractive we tend to remove them from our aquariums.
Distinguishing between diatoms and slimy algae
Both algal groups can look very similar. But when you take them between your fingers you can feel the difference: slimy algae feel greasy-slimy even after rubbing them longer, whereas diatoms feel rough.
Special filtering
SilikatEx removes silicate from fresh and marine water aquariums. It removes from the main nutrients the unwanted diatom algae (brown coatings), which often appear after freshwater has been added. SilikatEx Rapid also removes phosphate etc. and thus curbs the growth of other algae. The filter material creates biotope-like living conditions.
Features:
Prevents Diatoms: Designed to remove silicic acid (silicate) in both fresh and marine water to avoid unsightly diatom buildup.
Easy to Use: Simply rinse, fill into the included filter bag, and place in your aquarium filter. Rinse after 1–2 weeks for optimal results.
Clean Aquarium Aesthetic: Helps stop the formation of brown deposits on gravel, decorations, and aquatic plants caused by diatoms.
Silicate Monitoring: Silicate levels can be tested; values under 0.4 mg/l are ideal to prevent diatom growth.
High Efficiency: Binds up to 30,000 mg of silicate (SiO2) per kilogram. Includes a net bag and sealing clip for convenience.
Technical Description:
Item Form : Aquarium Filter Media
Material : iron oxide hydroxide
Ideal Pet : Fish
Ideal Breed : All breeds
Pet Life Stage : All life stages
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