Underrated, IMO. Aesthetics of clear water aside, I think that the toxin/chemical removal properties make it a fairly essential component of a reef tank.
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Just right for me. I run a BRS reactor, keeps the water crystal clear! I run it all the time.We're going to start a new weekly QOTD where we feature saltwater aquarium methods, ideas, tricks, equipment, livestock etc. where YOU the viewer will decide if the subject of the topic is deserving of the Underrated, Overrated or Just Right rating! So let's get this started and if you have ideas for topics please message me!
Today we are going to talk about running carbon as a water filter for your aquarium. So what's the 411 and carbon? Aquarium carbon is often used in the aquarium industry for the removal of toxic organic substances, odor and discoloration from your tank.
1. So what do you think about running carbon as a filter for your aquariums? Underrated, Overrated or Just Right?
2. Do you currently filter your water via carbon and if so how?
image via @Bulk Reef Supply
I have a Yellow, Powder blue, and Purple tang. I run BRS ROX 0.8 at half their recommend dose and change every two weeks. Everything is in harmony!Who runs carbon with tangs and how much and what type do you run?
I have a Yellow, Powder-brown and Kole tang and run 2 cups in a mesh bag (160g total water volume).Who runs carbon with tangs and how much and what type do you run?
Great idea. May I suggest linking to what the literature says ... and then run into the 'free for all' ... that might help filter a lot of the chaff from these important reviews.We're going to start a new weekly QOTD where we feature saltwater aquarium methods, ideas, tricks, equipment, livestock etc. where YOU the viewer will decide if the subject of the topic is deserving of the Underrated, Overrated or Just Right rating! So let's get this started and if you have ideas for topics please message me!
Today we are going to talk about running carbon as a water filter for your aquarium. So what's the 411 and carbon? Aquarium carbon is often used in the aquarium industry for the removal of toxic organic substances, odor and discoloration from your tank.
1. So what do you think about running carbon as a filter for your aquariums? Underrated, Overrated or Just Right?
2. Do you currently filter your water via carbon and if so how?
image via @Bulk Reef Supply