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Unread 11/13/2009, 10:28 AM   #1
jmadden93
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Bio Balls - Use them or lose them?

I have heard that using bio balls can cause your nitrate levels to jump as they get dirty. I know they are great for oxygenating the water, but what do you guys think is a better approach for a fish only system: with or without bio balls? I took my bio balls out and have placed a lot of live rock in my wet/dry. Ideally I'd like to use both but I'm not sure if the pros outweigh the cons of using bio balls.

Any thoughts? Use the bio balls or skip them?

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Unread 11/13/2009, 10:42 AM   #2
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I'd switch back to the BioBalls for a Fish Only setup. Just be sure and keep the prefilters and filter pads clean, at least once every week or two depending on your setup.

Nitarte in a Fish Only system is not anywhere close to the issue it is in a Reef Tank.


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Unread 11/13/2009, 11:13 AM   #3
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If I had a lot of live rock and a skimmer, I wouldn't use the bioballs.


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