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Mid level basket(s) are best reserved for the biological reduction process.
Biomax is provided for this purpose which has excellent properties
providing both mechanical filtration as well as creating an excellent
environment for beneficial bacteria to proliferate. Biomax is a powerful
filtration material consisting of inert ceramic rings which offer both free
flowing characteristics to encourage aerobic bacterial action and a finer
restricted flow pore structure which is excellent for anaerobic bacterial
activity. This produces ideal conditions for the biological removal of
ammonia, nitrite and nitrate concentrations in the aquarium.
The upper level basket receives the water cleansed by the earlier
processes and is an ideal place for chemical media. Activated carbon is
offered for this purpose as it efficiently removes discoloration, medications
and solubilised wastes that the earlier filtration material cannot handle.
To enhance this last filtration process it is recommended that a polishing
pad (not included) be used just prior to the chemical media. Quite a large
variety of different forms of chemical media have been developed for Fluval
external filters including as well as carbon, Fluval Ammonia Remover and
Fluval Clearmax to trap phosphate, nitrite and nitrate. Years of research
and development have resulted also in three of the most powerful
professional media Hagen has ever produced. Classed as the Lab Series
these include a Fluval Phosphate Remover, a Fluval Nitrate Remover and
Fluval OptiCarb a high-capacity research grade carbon blend which
eliminates odours, discolorants, dissolved proteins and heavy metals.
An area that must not be over looked also is the opportunity multistage
filtration provides in being able to precisely control and fine tune water
characteristics. Materials such as peat granules and other water modifying
media can also be installed in the upper level basket to allow precise
management of the water chemistry.
The Fluval 06 series of multi stage filters includes
several state of the art new features to ensure
reliable operation and trouble free maintenance.
Filters in this series now offer advance pumping
technology and a versatile combination of
mechanical, biological and chemical filtering
capacities. This allows a better opportunity to
customise the water characteristics of your
aquarium to meet the specialised needs of your unique collection of fish,
invertebrates and aquatic plants and create a health thriving environment.
For further information or to find a local
stockist visit www.hagen.com
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