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Carbon

What does it do exactly?

Activated Carbon (AC) is a charcoal substance which is used in the aquarium to removes odors, removes color, and makes aquarium water as clear as ice.  Carbon helps remove some smelly organic gases like hydrogen sulphide from the water, absorbs chlorine from water, or if your tap water contains chloramine, it removes the chlorine and leaves ammonia behind. Also small amounts of chelated copper, mercury and iron may be removed and this may be of limited use.

Carbon itself is one of the keys in the battle against unruly dissolved organic compounds and the algae fertilizing nutrients. Carbon, specifically activated carbon, has a chemical love for organics, acting like a molecular magnet pulling contaminants into its chemical embrace. Together with an effective protien skimmer, activated carbon plays a key role in keeping your aquarium healthy and looking good.

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  • REEF SPEC Carbon (1000ml) - Red Sea

    REEF SPEC Carbon (1000ml) - Red Sea

    Red Sea

    $23.99
    REEF-SPEC Carbon Highly activated carbon for marine & reef aquariums Red Sea REEF-SPEC™ Carbon is the ultimate choice for marine & reef aquariums due to its unique technical characteristics. Red Sea REEF-SPEC™Carbon’s granule...
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    MAXOUT PRO Saltwater Filter Media + Phosphate Remover (16 oz) - Fritz
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    MAXOUT PRO Saltwater Filter Media + Phosphate Remover (16 oz) - Fritz

    Fritz Aquatics

    $19.99
    $16.99
    There are many benefits of using MAXOUT PRO.  MAXOUT PRO removes toxins, metals and odors in the water column.  High capacity carbon removes organics and polishes aquarium water.  Proprietary resins unique to the MAXOUT PRO blend...
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    PRO-CARBON Activated Carbon (1000 ml) - Polyplab
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    PRO-CARBON Activated Carbon (1000 ml) - Polyplab

    PolypLab

    $19.99
    $16.99
    High performance activated carbon for crystal clear water in fresh-water and salt-water aquariums. PolypLab Pro Carbon is is an ultra high performance activated carbon manufactured under the most strict quality controls.  Pro CarbonL - Highly...
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    Active Carb (1000 ml)  -  NYOS Aquatics
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    Active Carb (1000 ml) - NYOS Aquatics

    NYOS

    $19.99
    $16.99
    ACTIVE CARB NYOS® ACTIVE CARB is a high-quality, steam-activated, pH-neutral activated carbon, the use of which achieves crystal clear, clean aquarium water. Removes harmful yellow substances, organic pollution, cloudiness, odours and...
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    FUZZ OUT Algae Removing Filter Media - Removes Hair Algae (16 oz) - Fritz
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    FUZZ OUT Algae Removing Filter Media - Removes Hair Algae (16 oz) - Fritz

    Fritz Aquatics

    $19.99
    $16.99
    FuzzOut helps combat stubborn hair algae in the aquarium. FuzzOut removes all toxins, metals and odors in the water column while simultaneously providing bacteria that oxygenates the water column. FuzzOut also aids in the removal of...
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    Purit - Complete Chemical Filtration (500 ml) - Brightwell
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    Purit - Complete Chemical Filtration (500 ml) - Brightwell

    Brightwell Aquatics

    $23.42
    $19.91
    Next-Generation Chemical Filtration Media for use in all Marine and Freshwater Aquaria Overview Next-generation combination of enhanced activated carbon (offering superior chemical filtration characteristics to traditional activated carbon) and...
  • NUVO PurityPack Replacement Filter Media (Fullsize) - Innovative Marine

    NUVO PurityPack Replacement Filter Media (Fullsize) - Innovative Marine

    Innovative Marine

    $19.99
    NUVO PurityPack: Replacement Filter Media [Fullsize] (3) High Performance Fiber Balls (3) High Capacity Coarse Granular Ferric Oxide Pouches (3) Premium ROX 0.8 Carbon Pouches Fits: SR 60, SR 80 High Performance Fiber Ball High performance, non...
  • Shark ADV Add-On Cartridge with Sponge - Sicce

    Shark ADV Add-On Cartridge with Sponge - Sicce

    Sicce

    $22.99
    This is a refill cartridge for Shark ADV internal power filters. It is an expandable modular cartridge that can be used alongside a wide range of Sicce filtration media. Can be customized for Bio Pellets and temporarily used and removed after use. Unique...
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    MatrixCarbon (1 L) - Seachem
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    MatrixCarbon (1 L) - Seachem

    Seachem

    $22.62
    $19.23
    MatrixCarbon™ is a truly unique activated carbon. It is formed as a spherical bead for optimum hydrodynamics, and will not pack. It permits maximum water flow and contact with its high density of macroporous binding sites. MatrixCarbon™ has a...
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    MAXOUT PRO Freshwater Filter Media + Phosphate Remover (16 oz) - Fritz
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    MAXOUT PRO Freshwater Filter Media + Phosphate Remover (16 oz) - Fritz

    Fritz Aquatics

    $19.99
    $16.99
    MaxOut PRO Freshwater’s unique blend combines high-grade rinsed carbon, proprietary phosphate resin and organic scavenger resins. MaxOut PRO Freshwater removes all toxins, metals and odors in the water column. High capacity carbon removes...
  • Reef BluePrint Carbon8 (aq 9.20, 1006 mL) - Captiv8 Aquaculture

    Reef BluePrint Carbon8 (aq 9.20, 1006 mL) - Captiv8 Aquaculture

    Captiv8 Aquaculture

    $21.99
    Alkaline Solution for Improved pH Stability and Adjustment to a maximum value of 9.20 Parameter Total CO3 species Value 160,000 ppm Characteristics Active Components: USP-grade Sodium and/or Potassium salts of...
  • BioMaster 45 PPI Carbon Pre-Filter Foam Set - Oase

    BioMaster 45 PPI Carbon Pre-Filter Foam Set - Oase

    Oase

    $17.99
    The Carbon Pre-filter Foam Set for the BioMaster 250, 350, 600, or 850 and BioMaster Thermo 250, 350, 600, or 850 includes 6 carbon replacement filter foams Safely regulates the pH value and water...
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    Carbon PLUS 16 oz. (70 gallons) - Dr. Tim's Aquatics
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    Carbon PLUS 16 oz. (70 gallons) - Dr. Tim's Aquatics

    Dr Tim's Aquatics

    $27.19
    $23.11
    Carbon-PLUS™ is mix of Carbon-PURE and Phos-Eliminator™ that use adsorption and ion-exchange to remove organics, colors, smells, phosphates and silicates as well as metals and acids. Use 1 cup (240 ml) of for every 35 gallons (132 liters) of...
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    Carbon 16 oz. (200 gallons) - Dr. Tim's Aquatics
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    Carbon 16 oz. (200 gallons) - Dr. Tim's Aquatics

    Dr Tim's Aquatics

    $25.99
    $22.09
    PURE-Carbon™ is a super efficient superior bituminous coal based carbon that is phosphate-free and adsorbs impurities, organics and pollutants. Resulting in crystal clear, pure water. Use 1 cup (240 ml) of Carbon-PLUS™ for every 100 gallons...
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    Equalizer 32 oz. (140 gallons) - Dr. Tim's Aquatics
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    Equalizer 32 oz. (140 gallons) - Dr. Tim's Aquatics

    Dr Tim's Aquatics

    $21.39
    $18.18
    Equalizer™ is great to use in systems where activated carbon is not recommended. Being less forceful than carbon it is great for plant and reef tanks and in soft water aquaria. Equalizer™ will remove fine particulate particles, organics and...
  • Reef BluePrint Carbon8 (aq 8.35, 1006 mL) - Captiv8 Aquaculture

    Reef BluePrint Carbon8 (aq 8.35, 1006 mL) - Captiv8 Aquaculture

    Captiv8 Aquaculture

    $21.99
    Alkaline Solution for Improved pH Stability and Adjustment to a maximum value of 8.35 Parameter Total CO3 species Value 160,000 ppm Characteristics Active Components: USP-grade Sodium and/or Potassium salts of...