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Erik2514
11/24/2013, 09:42 PM
So I'm ordering a GFO reactor fro BRS is there GFO good to use I should I use a different type like phosban

UTCReefer
11/24/2013, 09:52 PM
I've been using the BRS bulk GFO as well as the High Cap. GFO over the last couple of years off and on.

Jerzey
11/24/2013, 10:01 PM
i only used BRS gfo and just recently purchased no name gfo for a 1/4 of the price and gonna see if i notice any substantial difference.... just go slow a little gfo goes far

Erik2514
11/24/2013, 10:04 PM
Thank you

Rilelen
11/25/2013, 12:50 AM
If you have any soft corals, some of them supposedly don't like the aluminum-based phosphate removing products. For example, PhosGuard uses an aluminum oxide, while PhosBan uses a ferrous (iron-based) oxide. Not sure how strong the evidence is on this, but something to keep in mind. : )