Which Bio Media to change to

[DottyClown]

Ever since I started my pico and then change to nano tank, many years ago, I have been using the normal ceramic/bio rings in my tank, those old un-branded type.

Now want to switch them with either Maxspect or Marinepure balls.

Would like a gauge from this portal, which is the more popular type to use.

All feedback, suggestions, recommendation are most welcomed.

Thanks in advance.

[hmmm2]

I’m currently using marinepure in conjunction with siporax

Marinepure 

Pros: 

1. Very porous 

Cons

1. Crumbles easily

2. May clog 

 

Siporax

Pros

1. V porous 

2. Wouldn’t clog at all (if placed correctly) due to the cylinderical design

 Cons:

1. Relatively more expensive 

More info on siporax:

https://www.ultimatereef.net/threads/aac-siporax-is-back-i-kid-u-not.744707/

 

Hope that helps 

[Reefer_peter]

Siporax best bio media hands down if you don't mind spending more. Maxspect bio balls is also a good choice

[DottyClown]

1 hour ago, Reefer_peter said:

Siporax best bio media hands down if you don't mind spending more. Maxspect bio balls is also a good choice

Sera Siporax Algovec Professional or Sera Siporax Bia Active Professional?

How frequently or do they need to be washed every now and then?

[Reefer_peter]

Bio Active. Don't need to wash but you may want to take a bucket of tank water, but the media in to shake off the detritus every now and then. But this can only be done if it is in a media bag.

[hmmm2]

To add on to Reefer_peter, I place my siporax in an egg crate so that I can shake it to remove build ups:

But I’ve had it for more than 1 year in my sump already and so far i’ve never need to shake it 

[Solo77]

I use biohome and later added marine pure. So far happy with them. Do read able placement to ensure optimal performance. 

[aquagem]

Ever since I started my pico and then change to nano tank, many years ago, I have been using the normal ceramic/bio rings in my tank, those old un-branded type.
Now want to switch them with either Maxspect or Marinepure balls.
Would like a gauge from this portal, which is the more popular type to use.
All feedback, suggestions, recommendation are most welcomed.
Thanks in advance.

Happy to tell you, just go downgrade to Coral chips at $10 per bag for 10kg. Works well for my fabulous fishes. Only issue is to top it up yearly as they may disintegrate.


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[DottyClown]

Which type and whats the diff. Their media size also different. How to know which to use?

[Schwantz]

Maxspect balls and blocks have given me excellent results.

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[hmmm2]

7 hours ago, DottyClown said:

Which type and whats the diff. Their media size also different. How to know which to use?

Hi, I would recommend the hollow cylindrically shaped ones: priced at $30.40/$15.90 in your picture 

It’s less likely to clog

[sfx]

Im using Marine Pure 8inch blocks currently, and they serve me well... would suggest you to try Marine Pure or Maxspect balls...


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