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10/23/2017, 01:52 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2017
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What's your take on Sphere Bio-Filter Media
I am new to Saltwater and am just finishing up my first cycle.
I have a 75g. With 26g sump. RS-200 (300mic socks, skimmer) I have gotten so much different advice! Some people swear by these things. Some say they are vastly unneeded. What's your take and/or how would I know I want them. |
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10/23/2017, 04:25 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2016
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Is that bio-balls? If so, I would skip em. I'd recommend matrixed media instead. More porus, more bacteria, less nitrate producing crap on the outside....
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10/23/2017, 05:48 PM
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Saltwater Addict
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Vandalia OHIO
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I have the ceramic balls and the large block, along with 50L of Sera Siporax in 25mm size. The ceramic media is good for more surface area for beneficial bacteria to grow if you don't have a lot of rock in the tank. It serves a beneficial purpose IMO
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Fish are not disposable commodities, but a worthwhile investment that can be maintained and enjoyed for many years, providing one is willing to take the time to understand their requirements and needs Current Tank Info: 625g, 220g sump, RD3 230w, Vectra L1 on a closed loop, 3 MP60s, MP40. Several QTs |
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10/23/2017, 06:05 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2014
Location: marshfield
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It is really hard to beat good porous liverock
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10/23/2017, 07:32 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Newton, nc
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Ceramic medias are good for small areas. They add large amounts of surface area in a small footprint. Plastic bio balls are good for packing peanuts to deliver good gear like lights and powerheads. Live rock even in a sump adds interest and beauty to the tank as well as large amounts of surface area in a compact space. Hard to improve on mother nature.
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10/24/2017, 10:57 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2017
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I agree that you can't beat live rock and I have a moderate amount in my tank. But unfortunately with my current sump there is no refug area. So I am looking for ideas between socks and skimmer.
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10/24/2017, 10:58 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2016
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Media bags(s) with ceramic matrix.
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