Evolution Aqua K1 Micro Media 50 Litres

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Maturing the K1 micro media bio-media is important because a delicate eco-system is naturally developing for the bacteria involved in the nitrification process. K1 micro media provides the maximum active surface area for the bacteria to colonise, more than other types of static media. It is this process which removes harmful ammonia and nitrite from the water. HP is Hydrogen Peroxide. It's basically water but with an extra oxygen molecule added - H2O2 is it's chemical formula or is it symbol? Manky Sanke's the best for that answer. It may be water with extra oxygen but I wouldn't recommend drinking it A fluidized bed filter (also known as a suspended-particulate or sand filter) removes certain materials from liquid streams. This media must be level to avoid over-saturation and ensure that the liquid is evenly distributed throughout the bed. KDF 55, 8s, and C media are capable of removing up to 98% of dissolved metals and water-soluble cations. Lead cations are reduced to insoluble lead atoms and electroplated onto the surface of the media. Bakki shower with de-nitrifying media - either BHM or Ogata Crystal Bio - both having similar de-nitrifying properties - one way how to DIY is covered in one of my threads

Aquaforte Hikari Kiyomizu Koi Food Koi Logic Kusuri Nishikoi NT Labs Ogata Roto Innovations Yamitsu All BrandsWith a new shape and profile, K+ Filter Media has also been designed to have an increased and class leading surface area, meaning an overall surface area of 1,350m2 per m3. More importantly for biological filtration, the protected surface area of K+ Media is 1,025m2 per m3. This allows a stable bio-film to form and remain intact when used in moving bed biological filtration, as in the new Nexus+. If you have been thinking about investing in a water purification system, you may be wondering how K1 filter media will affect your water. These media are contained within a wheel-like structure made of 11mm x 7mm plastic. The large compartments of the K1 media promote the growth of healthy bacteria on the surface of the filter. The media is then placed inside your water filtration system. It wouldn't hurt if you were to remove the media just to see how much you've actually got in total so you know if you need to add any more. As long as the media stays wet while you have it out of the Eazy Pod it will stay live so just add some pond water to the container you put the K1 into when you remove it. The beauty of K1 media lies with its ability to be easily cleaned and resistant to clogging. Due to its neutral buoyancy a small amount of air injected into a filter will cause the bed to move, thus separating the excess solids from the media surface area. The solids can then be run to waste. In this way the effective surface area remains as high as possible. Alternative Filter Media Filter media has never been so exciting! Dave Wolfenden enthuses over a new product with endless possibilities.

I think you have said what I was about to add, and that was how it looks on your pond and in your garden. My personal opinion is that I don't think a large stainless steel box on the side of the pond does anything for the aesthetics of the garden.Evolution Aqua's filtration K1 media has been enjoyed by thousands of customers every year, but it now introduces new benefits compared to original K1 media, such as its conveniently small, compact size and an increased protected surface area per cubic meter, courtesy of its small wheel-shaped filter structure. K1 media is a light, small, wheel shaped plastic media that floats easily. It is used in pond filters to trap suspended solids and also to promote the growth of beneficial bacteria. These micro-organisms convert toxic ammonia produced by the fish into less toxic nitrate, and ultimately nitrate, through the nitrification process. A key feature of this media is that it has a fantastic protected surface area which greatly aids the development of these bacteria. It allows bacteria to colonise within the filter and, at the same time, prevents the unnecessary loss of bacteria through excessive water movements.

The small size of K1 Micro makes it ideal to be used a replacement for beads in a bead filter. Not only will the vast 950m2 per m3 protected surface area maintain a bio-film that helps to improve nitrification, water quality and clarity, but K1 Micro can offer many more benefits:Designed to filter water with high biological efficiency, K1 filter media is an effective addition to any bio filter system. These media can be used in fresh water aquariums, marine aquariums, koi ponds, aquaculture, and hydroponics, among other aquatic environments. Their versatility also makes them a great option for many filtration applications. For koi ponds, they are excellent choices for this media because they are biodegradable. Deceptively simple, this meticulously engineered filter medium has huge potential for tropical freshwater and marine aquariums as well as for ponds. How it is different to other media : As the Kaldnes media moves within the filter, it causes the old dead bacteria on the outside to be displaced. This makes space for new younger heavier feeding bacteria to rapidly colonise. Within the wheel is a protected surface which enables colonies of bacteria to naturally follow their lifecycle, of maturing, dying and then fueling the latter stages of the nitrification cycle. Kaldnes has been designed to provide the best possible habitat for both young and mature beneficial bacterial colonies. K1 Micro is an even smaller version of standard K1, measuring approximately 6 x 6mm. The polyethylene media has a specific wheel-like shape, with a cross-shaped central portion.

Scooping the media out could be another right pain couldnt it. And if I then put it into water Im not going to be able to measure the volume Ive taken out. Unlike foam, matting, or other forms of static filtration media, the K1 micro media is designed to move freely within your filter. The constant chaotic movement of the air from your pump, causes the media to self clean and thus requires no maintenance. This allows the filter to reach optimum effectiveness without the disturbance of periodic cleaning, avoiding unnecessary loss of bacteria within the filter. 50 Litres of K1 micro media will handle up to 450 gramms (0.45kg) of food per day (when mature). The shape of K+ Filter Media optimises the amount of “quiet zones” within the media where a stable bio-film can develop. Whilst K+Media keeps the integral profile of K1 Media at its core, there is an extra layer of cells and fins around the outside of each piece that enable microscopic organisms such as Rotifers and Vorticella to thrive. This is an additional benefit as competitor media do not have such “quiet zones” that would allow these higher lifeforms of filter feeders to develop. The bacteria and organisms that form within the bio-film ensure the media delivers optimum levels of biological filtration in the moving bed, which has been proven filtration technology for many years in the fishkeeping hobby. Premium Koi Direct To Your Pond Tategoi - Ogata Koi With Future Potential Tosai - 1 Year Old Ogata Koi Nisai - 2 Year Old Ogata KoiVirgin Plastic: K1, K1 Micro and K+ Medias are all made of virgin plastic (not-recycled) so that you will get the best bacterial adhesion. The K Plus media also has a mineral coating that further enhances colonization of beneficial bacteria. K1 media is unique in that it can help bacteria survive. It moves inside the filter, dislodging dead bacteria and making room for younger, heavier feeding bacteria. Because it is covered, this filtration media offers protection for the colonies while enabling them to follow a natural life cycle. It also provides a good environment for young and mature beneficial bacterial colonies to thrive. You’ll find a greater variety of bacteria in your water, as long as you use a K1 filter. In addition to some moving or static-bed filters, the bakki-shower can support the water quality in the last 5-10 %.