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12 Pack Foam Filter Pads For Fluval 204/205/206/207/304/305/306/307 Canister Filter

(44)

Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

$12.95 USD

Big Kahuna 300 Micron Nylon Mesh Filter Media Bags (5 and 10 pack)

(14)

Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

from $9.95 USD

Bonded Filter Media Floss Roll Wet/Dry Sump Pads

(834)

Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

from $14.95 USD

Magnavore Poly-Tech Super Filter Pad (6 Inch X 12 Inch)

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$10.49 USD

Magnavore Poly-Tech Super Filter Pad (6 Inch X 6 Inch)

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$3.99 USD

Magnavore Pura Cpmplete 16 oz.

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$14.99 USD

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Magnavore Pura Cpmplete 32 oz.

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$19.99 USD

Magnavore Pura Cpmplete 8 oz.

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$13.00 USD

Magnavore Pura Phoslock GFO Phosphate Removal Media - 1135 Grams

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MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$78.94 USD

Magnavore Pura Phoslock GFO Phosphate Removal Media - 150 Grams

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$15.90 USD

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Magnavore Pura Phoslock GFO Phosphate Removal Media - 454 Grams

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$38.00 USD

Magnavore Pura Phoslock GFO Phosphate Removal Media - 795 Grams

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$58.34 USD

Pura Filtration Pad 1530 (15 Inch X 30 Inch)

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$29.95 USD

Pura Filtration Pad 710 (7.5 Inch X 10.5 Inch)

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

$12.00 USD

Six Pack Foam Filter Pads For Aquaclear 110/500

(80)

Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

$19.95 USD

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Big Kahuna 300 Micron Nylon Mesh Filter Media Bags (5 and 10 pack)

(14)

$9.95 USD

Key Features:

-300 micron mesh keeps fine media from washing out of the bag

-Bags are washable and reusable

-The bag size is 6" x 12"

-Includes a hook and loop seal to keep media secured in the bag

-Ideal for multiple types of media and is safe for both fresh and saltwater use

Big Kahuna 300 Micron Nylon Mesh Filter Media Bags - Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

Magnavore Poly-Tech Super Filter Pad (6 Inch X 12 Inch)

$10.49 USD

***Freshwater or Saltwater Marine/Reef Use***

Much cleaner water, fewer toxins, healthier fish, less scum and less cleaning too!
Poly-Tech Super Filter is an innovative filtration pad utilizing polymeric media, ferric-oxide-hydroxide, and ionic exchangers in an open fiber matrix to remove a very broad range of chemical waste and pollutants. Poly-Tech Super Filter’s adsorptive, ionic, molecular sieving and mechanical properties create a captive aquatic environment of extreme purity, clarity, and low toxicity. The Poly-Tech Super Filter Professional contains twice as much active ingredients as the standard Poly-Tech Super Filter. These filters remove major toxins including ammonia, organics, nitrates, heavy metals, medications and dyes as well as phosphates and are designed with extremely low impact on trace elements. Poly-Tech Super Filter provides significant aid in maintaining the pristine environment so essential for fish, live corals and live plants while minimizing the labor necessary to achieve great results.

Color changing feature and regenerative capacity
As Poly-Tech Super Filter adsorbs waste, it darkens significantly giving a visual detail of its action. The degree of discoloration depends on the application environment and the prevailing pollutants being captured by the filter. Highly polluted tanks will show a greater degree of discoloration. A powerful feature of the Poly-Tech Super Filters is that they can be easily regenerated using a simple table-salt solution! Each regeneration significantly restores filter capacity. Many of the compounds such as phosphates and very reactive organics get permanently locked within the filter so restoring the original color may not be possible.

Regeneration instructions
When filter becomes substantially discolored, first rinse well under running tap water, and then prepare regenerative brine solution by dissolving ½ cup of table salt in ½ gallon of very warm tap water. Pour 2 cups of brine solution into a shallow pan or dish and soak filter for a few minutes. Dip filter in and out of brine solution 5 or 6 times allowing solution to fully drain out of the filter each time. Discard dirty solution and repeat 3 more times until the whole ½ gallon of brine is used up. Rinse filter under running tap water and return back to service. Each regeneration restores up to 75% of filter capacity. Poly-Tech Super Filters can be regenerated up to 6 times, and then should be replaced. For optimal performance weekly regeneration is recommended.

Suggested applications for high flow active filtration
Poly-Tech Super Filters can be cut with regular scissors and are easy to work with across many applications. In a wet-dry filter cut to fit across the pre-filter tray or cut and place it over the top of pre-filter sponge. In hang on the back power filters cut to match the size of filter cartridge or sponge insert. In canister filters cut to cover the entire area of the filter basket or tray. Use separate pieces to fill the entire tray area without water bypass. Stack multiple layers instead of sponges for outstanding chemical and mechanical filtration. In nano tanks cut to size of cartridge or sponge.

MAGNAVORE POLY-TECH SUPER FILTER PROFESSIONAL FILTER PAD (6 INCH X 12 INCH) - Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

Magnavore Poly-Tech Super Filter Pad (6 Inch X 6 Inch)

$3.99 USD

***Freshwater Use ONLY!***

Much cleaner water, fewer toxins, healthier fish, less scum and less cleaning too!
Poly-Tech Super Filter is an innovative filtration pad utilizing polymeric media, ferric-oxide-hydroxide, and ionic exchangers in an open fiber matrix to remove a very broad range of chemical waste and pollutants. Poly-Tech Super Filter’s adsorptive, ionic, molecular sieving and mechanical properties create a captive aquatic environment of extreme purity, clarity, and low toxicity. These filters remove major toxins including ammonia, organics, nitrates, heavy metals, medications and dyes as well as phosphates and are designed with extremely low impact on trace elements. Poly-Tech Super Filter provides significant aid in maintaining the pristine environment so essential for fish, live corals and live plants while minimizing the labor necessary to achieve great results.

Color changing feature and regenerative capacity
As Poly-Tech Super Filter adsorbs waste, it darkens significantly giving a visual detail of its action. The degree of discoloration depends on the application environment and the prevailing pollutants being captured by the filter. Highly polluted tanks will show a greater degree of discoloration. A powerful feature of the Poly-Tech Super Filters is that they can be easily regenerated using a simple table-salt solution! Each regeneration significantly restores filter capacity. Many of the compounds such as phosphates and very reactive organics get permanently locked within the filter so restoring the original color may not be possible.

Regeneration instructions
When filter becomes substantially discolored, first rinse well under running tap water, and then prepare regenerative brine solution by dissolving ½ cup of table salt in ½ gallon of very warm tap water. Pour 2 cups of brine solution into a shallow pan or dish and soak filter for a few minutes. Dip filter in and out of brine solution 5 or 6 times allowing solution to fully drain out of the filter each time. Discard dirty solution and repeat 3 more times until the whole ½ gallon of brine is used up. Rinse filter under running tap water and return back to service. Each regeneration restores up to 75% of filter capacity. Poly-Tech Super Filters can be regenerated up to 6 times, and then should be replaced. For optimal performance weekly regeneration is recommended.

Suggested applications for high flow active filtration
Poly-Tech Super Filters can be cut with regular scissors and are easy to work with across many applications. In a wet-dry filter cut to fit across the pre-filter tray or cut and place it over the top of pre-filter sponge. In hang on the back power filters cut to match the size of filter cartridge or sponge insert. In canister filters cut to cover the entire area of the filter basket or tray. Use separate pieces to fill the entire tray area without water bypass. Stack multiple layers instead of sponges for outstanding chemical and mechanical filtration. In nano tanks cut to size of cartridge or sponge.

MAGNAVORE POLY-TECH SUPER FILTER PAD (6 INCH X 6 INCH) - Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

Magnavore Pura Cpmplete 16 oz.

$14.99 USD

Groundbreaking filtration media at the right price. For Reef, Marine, Planted, and Fresh Water aquaria!

The PURA family of filtration media is formulated to reduce scum formation in fresh and marine aquaria.

All PURA products are formulated with Beta-GFH (Beta Ferric Oxide Hydroxide), the groundbreaking German made phosphate removing media that eliminates the primary nutrient of aquarium scum. PURA filtration products lead to a much cleaner and less labor-intensive aquarium, good for the animals, good for the hobbyist, good for customer retention.

Hydrated Beta-GFH is vastly superior to white colored Alumina based phosphate removers and greatly superior to numerous Alpha-Ferric Hydroxides sold in dry form.

PURA PhosLock removes 45% more phosphates than Alumina media, and 20% more than Alpha-Ferric Hydroxides. Unlike Alumina, PhosLock never leaches phosphates back to the aquarium. Unlike competing Alpha-Ferric Hydroxides, PhosLock never disintegrates and never turns soft and muddy in aquarium water. PhosLock comes fully activated right out of the jar. PhosLock does not need a specialized reactor and can be easily confined and implemented in a fine meshed media bag.

PURA Complete
Full Spectrum Chemical Filtration

PURA Complete is a blend of GFH; reef type macro-porous select grade bituminous carbon with a high abrasion number and low ash content specifically designed for aqueous phase filtration; and a top grade zeo-sorbent with a high cation exchange capacity for ammonia and heavy metals. This product will remove a very broad range of organic waste like urine, phenols, coloring agents, odors, and proteins; a very broad range of heavy metals like copper, lead, and mercury that accumulate over time from trace quantities found in all fish foods; a very broad range of toxins like medicinal residues, ammonia, formaldehyde and arsenic. PURA Complete will also remove large quantities of aquarium scum promoters like phosphates and silicates and stress promoters like decomposing food by-products. This is the product of choice for advanced reef, marine, and fresh water hobbyists, combining top performing ingredients, broad spectrum chemical filtration activity, low cost, and a fantastic performance to price ratio. PURA Complete is pH-neutral and is used just like carbon. PURA Complete is ideal for canisters, filter bags, and corner filters. This product has more chemical activity than any other media blend and will not degrade with exposure to high flow rates. Packed hydrated with an induction welded foil seal for freshness, protection, and long shelf life. Used as directed, this product will maintain extremely low phosphate levels and extremely low levels of all aquarium pollutants, allowing the most sensitive aquarium specimens to thrive.

Removes of Phosphates, Organics, Toxins, Ammonia, Heavy Metals. Ideal for Reef, Plant, Fish, Marine, and Fresh Systems PURA Complete combines three of the most powerful filtration media into one easy to use product. Composed of Beta-GFH, Reef grade carbon, and a high capacity cation exchanger, PURA Complete by itself does the work of multiple specialty media with far greater effect and much lower cost.

Beta-GFH, the same high grade as used in PhosLock, permanently removes phosphates and silicates. This best ingredient never leaches the adsorbed phosphates or silicates back into the aquarium as other types of media do. Your aquarium will grow less scum, stay much cleaner, and will be much less labor intensive. The carbon we use is the highest grade available. It is acid washed, phosphate free and pH neutral. Our carbon is 100% virgin bituminous carbon, that means it is specifically manufactured for aqueous phase filtration and not a by-product of industrial processes like many other activated carbons. The small grain size, the highly macro porous structure, and the high abrasion number make this carbon superb for high flow recirculating systems. Our cation exchanger has a CEC (cation exchange capacity) of 1.8 to 2.2, that means it will outperform any mass market brand. In fresh water systems it will remove loads of ammonia, and in salt water systems it will remove toxic heavy metals.

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PURA COMPLETE 16 OZ. - Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

Magnavore Pura Cpmplete 8 oz.

$13.00 USD

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MAGNAVORE (PURA)

Magnavore Pura Phoslock GFO Phosphate Removal Media - 1135 Grams

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$78.94 USD

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PURA PHOSLOCK GFO PHOSPHATE REMOVAL MEDIA - 1135 GRAM - Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

Magnavore Pura Phoslock GFO Phosphate Removal Media - 150 Grams

$15.90 USD

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PURA PHOSLOCK GFO PHOSPHATE REMOVAL MEDIA - 150 GRAM - Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

Magnavore Pura Phoslock GFO Phosphate Removal Media - 795 Grams

$58.34 USD

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MAGNAVORE (PURA)

Pura Filtration Pad 1530 (15 Inch X 30 Inch)

$29.95 USD

Groundbreaking filtration media at the right price. For Reef, Marine, Planted, and Fresh Water aquaria!

The PURA family of filtration media is formulated to reduce scum formation in fresh and marine aquaria.

All PURA products are formulated with Beta-GFH (Beta Ferric Oxide Hydroxide), the groundbreaking German made phosphate removing media that eliminates the primary nutrient of aquarium scum. PURA filtration products lead to a much cleaner and less labor-intensive aquarium, good for the animals, good for the hobbyist.

Hydrated Beta-GFH is vastly superior to white colored Alumina based phosphate removers and greatly superior to numerous Alpha-Ferric Hydroxides sold in dry form.

PURA PhosLock removes 45% more phosphates than Alumina media, and 20% more than Alpha-Ferric Hydroxides. Unlike Alumina, PhosLock never leaches phosphates back to the aquarium. Unlike competing Alpha-Ferric Hydroxides, PhosLock never disintegrates and never turns soft and muddy in aquarium water. PhosLock comes fully activated right out of the jar. PhosLock does not need a specialized reactor and can be easily confined and implemented in a fine meshed media bag.

PURA Filtration Pad
Full Spectrum Chemical Filtration & Massive Filtration Surface Area Removal of Phosphates, Organics, Toxins, Ammonia, Heavy Metals, Particulates Ideal for Reef, Plant, Fish, Marine, and Fresh Systems

PURA Filtration Pads offer all the filtration capabilities of PURA Complete in an easy to implement filter pad form. Technologically advanced and patented manufacturing technique allows for a inch thick pad impregnated with solid particles of media. This pad has a loose structure that resists premature clogging, contains thick and thin fibers to maximize fine filtration, contains a massive 5 ounces of media per square foot of pad, and has a debris trapping and indicating white overlay. This pad is ideal for wet/dry drip trays, power filters, canister filters, refugiums, and pond filters. Available in two generous sizes, PURA pads outperform all Poly pads. Equally important is what this pad does not have: no glues, no ash, and no binders. All 5 oz of media are fully utilizable for filtration. Used as directed, this product will maintain extremely low phosphate levels and extremely low levels of all aquarium pollutants

Highly effective and top performing in both chemical and mechanical filtrations, PURA Pads are ideal for wet/dry drip trays and canister applications. PURA Pads can easily be tucked into hang on back filters for superb chemical filtration. PURA Pads have the most highly varied and effective fiber matrix of any filter pad. Composed of a rich mixture of varied fiber lengths and thickness as well as of fibers of varied melting point, PURA Pads are thermally bonded to perfection and contain an astonishing 5 oz of media per square foot. Unlike mono fiber pads that are glued together with ash slurries, PURA Pads have regions of different densities. This unique characteristic offers extremely fine particulate filtration, resistance to premature clogging and media that is not coated with adheasives for 45% more effecient chemical filtration. PURA Pads offer a rich filtration environment unlike any other. The mix of premium granular media with its numerous pore structures and the complex fiber matrix with its variable fiber density make for a pad with a surface area thousands of times greater than any other filter pad.

PURA FILTRATION PAD 1530 (15 INCH X 30 INCH) - Big Kahuna Tropical Fish

MAGNAVORE (PURA)

Pura Filtration Pad 710 (7.5 Inch X 10.5 Inch)

$12.00 USD

Groundbreaking filtration media at the right price. For Reef, Marine, Planted, and Fresh Water aquaria!

The PURA family of filtration media is formulated to reduce scum formation in fresh and marine aquaria.

All PURA products are formulated with Beta-GFH (Beta Ferric Oxide Hydroxide), the groundbreaking German made phosphate removing media that eliminates the primary nutrient of aquarium scum. PURA filtration products lead to a much cleaner and less labor-intensive aquarium, good for the animals, good for the hobbyist.

Hydrated Beta-GFH is vastly superior to white colored Alumina based phosphate removers and greatly superior to numerous Alpha-Ferric Hydroxides sold in dry form.

PURA PhosLock removes 45% more phosphates than Alumina media, and 20% more than Alpha-Ferric Hydroxides. Unlike Alumina, PhosLock never leaches phosphates back to the aquarium. Unlike competing Alpha-Ferric Hydroxides, PhosLock never disintegrates and never turns soft and muddy in aquarium water. PhosLock comes fully activated right out of the jar. PhosLock does not need a specialized reactor and can be easily confined and implemented in a fine meshed media bag.

PURA Filtration Pad
Full Spectrum Chemical Filtration & Massive Filtration Surface Area Removal of Phosphates, Organics, Toxins, Ammonia, Heavy Metals, Particulates Ideal for Reef, Plant, Fish, Marine, and Fresh Systems

PURA Filtration Pads offer all the filtration capabilities of PURA Complete in an easy to implement filter pad form. Technologically advanced and patented manufacturing technique allows for a inch thick pad impregnated with solid particles of media. This pad has a loose structure that resists premature clogging, contains thick and thin fibers to maximize fine filtration, contains a massive 5 ounces of media per square foot of pad, and has a debris trapping and indicating white overlay. This pad is ideal for wet/dry drip trays, power filters, canister filters, refugiums, and pond filters. Available in two generous sizes, PURA pads outperform all Poly pads. Equally important is what this pad does not have: no glues, no ash, and no binders. All 5 oz of media are fully utilizable for filtration. Used as directed, this product will maintain extremely low phosphate levels and extremely low levels of all aquarium pollutants

Highly effective and top performing in both chemical and mechanical filtrations, PURA Pads are ideal for wet/dry drip trays and canister applications. PURA Pads can easily be tucked into hang on back filters for superb chemical filtration. PURA Pads have the most highly varied and effective fiber matrix of any filter pad. Composed of a rich mixture of varied fiber lengths and thickness as well as of fibers of varied melting point, PURA Pads are thermally bonded to perfection and contain an astonishing 5 oz of media per square foot. Unlike mono fiber pads that are glued together with ash slurries, PURA Pads have regions of different densities. This unique characteristic offers extremely fine particulate filtration, resistance to premature clogging and media that is not coated with adheasives for 45% more effecient chemical filtration. PURA Pads offer a rich filtration environment unlike any other. The mix of premium granular media with its numerous pore structures and the complex fiber matrix with its variable fiber density make for a pad with a surface area thousands of times greater than any other filter pad.

For aquarium and pond use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid inhaling dust while handling this product. This product may contain crystalline silica. Inhalation of dust containing respirable crystalline silica may cause delayed lung injury (silicosis) and possible cancer. Prolonged inhalation also may cause kidney disease and autoimmune disorders. In case of eye contact, flush with water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.

Filter Media

MADE IN THE USA!

Key Features:

-300 micron mesh keeps fine media from washing out of the bag

-Bags are washable and reusable

-The bag size is 6" x 12"

-Includes a hook and loop seal to keep media secured in the bag

-Ideal for multiple types of media and is safe for both fresh and saltwater use

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MADE IN THE USA!

MADE IN THE USA!

Key Features:

-300 micron mesh keeps fine media from washing out of the bag-Bags are washable and reusable-The bag size is 6" x 12"-Includes a hook and loop seal to keep media secured in the bag-Ideal for multiple types of media and is safe for both fresh and saltwater use

Reef Chemistry Calculator

Reef Chemistry Calculator

Reef Chemistry Calculator

Reef Chemistry Calculator

Reef Chemistry Calculator

MADE IN THE USA!

-300 micron mesh keeps fine media from washing out of the bag

-Bags are washable and reusable

-The bag size is 6" x 12"

-Includes a hook and loop seal to keep media secured in the bag

-Ideal for multiple types of media and is safe for both fresh and saltwater use