Seachem MatrixCarbon 500 mL / 17 fl. oz.

Description: Seachem MatrixCarbon 500 mL / 17 fl. oz. Product #: SEA-103 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 very low ash content as indicated by its minimal impact on pH. Even when added to distilled water, it does not raise pH above 7.0. While all carbons contain phosphate, regardless of false claims to the contrary, MatrixCarbon" has the lowest detectable leachable phosphate content of all major carbon brands tested. MatrixCarbon" outperforms other high grade carbons by at least two-fold when compared for total capacity to remove aquarium organic matter, rate of adsorption, and duration of use. Sizes: 100 mL 250 mL, 500 mL, 1 L, 2 L, 4 L, 20 L, 100 L Why It's Different Shape ---Spherical Mean Diameter ---2.39 mm Density ---0.49 g/cc Pore Volume (PV)--- 0.55-0.65 mL/cc Total Surface Area (TSA) ---500-600 m2/cc TSA/PV ---770-1100 m2/mL Iodine # --->1000 Molasses # --->600 pH in distilled water ---<7.2 Leachable Phosphate--- <0.00001 g/cc While carbon is generally considered to be a chemical filter, that is not precisely true. It is in fact a mechanical filter as well, but it is only capable of mechanically filtering objects of molecular size. It functions through extremely small cracks and crevices, called macropores and micropores. Microporous carbons remove primarily metals and smaller ions (like trace minerals) and are best suited to air filtration, while macroporous carbons remove primarily larger organic molecules (like nitrogenous waste) and are best suited to water filtration. The ingredients from which a carbon is manufactured determine whether it will be macro- or microporous. Carbons made from coconut shell and other organic products form microporous carbons, while carbons made from bituminous coal form macroporous carbons. MatrixCarbon" is a bituminous coal-based, macroporous carbon. It is the only spherical carbon on the market, allowing for maximum water flow. It is sized to allow full penetration by water, but not small enough to escape filter bags. All carbons contain phosphate. However, that phosphate DOES NOT come from washing the carbon with phosphoric acid. Most carbons are washed with sulfuric acid. The phosphate is contained in the ash from the carbon source. The main purpose of acid-washing is to remove ash. Because of MatrixCarbon's" hydrodynamic properties, more ash is washed from our carbon than any other. Therefore, it has the lowest leachable phosphate on the market. Directions 250 mL will easily treat 400 L (100 gallons*) for several months. MatrixCarbon" is very clean and nearly dust free. For best results, MatrixCarbon" should be placed so as to maximize the flow of water through it. It may be used in a canister filter, chemical filtration module, box filter, or any high flow area of a trickle filter. Our Policies Payment Information IF YOU ARE BIDDING MORE THAN ONE ITEM - PLEASE WAIT AND PAY AFTER ALL AUCTIONS HAVE FINISHED. We will be happy to COMBINE SHIPPING on multiple purchases shipped in the same box. Combined Auctions / Store Purchases may not span more than 10 days. Please wait and send payment for all items together. Once you have paid for a purchase we can no longer add additional items to the box. Domestic and International Buyers We accept PAYPAL via eBay Checkout. Non-Paying Bidder will be reported after 10-15 days. If you need more time, please stay in touch or let us know you want to cancel and we will send you a cancel auction request. Shipping Info We ship UPS orders within 24 hours of cleared payment (Monday - Friday). USPS orders ship within 48 hours of cleared payment. To view shipping cost click on the Shipping & Payments tab and enter the quantity you are interested in. We ship out of our warehouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. All items listed on auction are physically in stock. We do have rare cases where inventory can be misplaced/lost in the warehouse, in these rare cases, we will contact you ASAP and offer your choice of a refund, alternative product, and/or ETA if you wanted to wait for the item. International Buyers are responsible for any taxes, duties, customs fees or additional charges incurred during shipping We ship USPS and UPS. We cannot ship gift or sample marked international packages or list a reduced value on the customs invoice. Please note electrical requirements for your countries electric grid. All products we sell, unless noted otherwise are 110v 60hz with a USA plug. Contact Us Store hours are 9:30 am - 6 pm Eastern time Monday through Friday. Feel free to call message us with product questions, recommendations and/or order status updates. Click here to visit our store

Price: 17.99 USD

Location: Edinburgh, Indiana

End Time: 2024-03-30T18:29:13.000Z

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