{"product_id":"3dm-octas-ceramic-biological-filter-media-9-x-3-cm","title":"3DM Octas Ceramic Biological Filter Media (9 x 3 cm)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eAchieve pristine water quality and a perfectly balanced aquarium ecosystem with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"84\"\u003e3DM Octas Ceramic Filter Media\u003c\/b\u003e, available now at \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.onyxaqua.com\/\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.onyxaqua.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e. Engineered for maximum biological filtration, this highly porous, gear-shaped ceramic media provides an incredibly vast surface area for beneficial bacteria to thrive. Supporting a robust nitrogen cycle, it ensures a safe, toxic-free environment for your most sensitive fish and invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eDue to its large 9x3 cm size, this media is the perfect biological powerhouse for sump systems, large canister filters, trickle filters, and koi pond filtration setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Surface Area:\u003c\/b\u003e The highly porous, pumice-like 3D structure combined with the unique 8-point \"octa\" star design massively increases the surface area available for nitrifying bacteria to colonize, far outperforming standard smooth ceramic rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOptimized Water Flow:\u003c\/b\u003e The gear shape and central hollow core prevent the media pieces from packing too tightly together. This ensures a steady, uninterrupted flow of oxygen-rich water through your filter, preventing harmful anaerobic dead zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSuperior Biological Filtration:\u003c\/b\u003e Houses massive colonies of beneficial bacteria that actively and rapidly break down lethal ammonia and nitrites into easily manageable nitrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCompletely Inert:\u003c\/b\u003e Made from high-temperature sintered ceramic that will not alter your aquarium's pH, KH, or overall water chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHighly Durable:\u003c\/b\u003e The solid, baked ceramic construction will not crumble or degrade underwater, making it a permanent, long-lasting biological media solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,1,1,0\"\u003eBiological Filter Media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,2,1,0\"\u003e8-Point Star (Octas) with Central Hole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,3,1,0\"\u003e9 cm (Diameter) x 3 cm (Thickness)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,4,1,0\"\u003eSintered Porous Ceramic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,5,1,0\"\u003eWhite \/ Beige\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSuitability\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,0\"\u003eFreshwater, Marine\/Reef Aquariums, and Ponds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Maintenance Pro-Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eTo get the most out of your 3DM Octas Ceramic Media and maintain a healthy tank, follow these best practices:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePre-Rinse:\u003c\/b\u003e Before placing the media in your filter, rinse it thoroughly under tap water to remove any ceramic dust created during manufacturing and shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStrategic Placement:\u003c\/b\u003e Always place your biological media \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11,1\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eafter\u003c\/i\u003e your mechanical filtration (like sponge pads or filter floss). This prevents the microscopic pores of the ceramic from getting clogged with solid fish waste and debris, allowing the bacteria to breathe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSafe Cleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Biological media rarely needs cleaning. However, if it becomes heavily covered in sludge, gently swish it in a bucket of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2\" data-index-in-node=\"136\"\u003esiphoned aquarium water\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2\" data-index-in-node=\"161\"\u003eNever wash this media under untreated tap water\u003c\/b\u003e, as the chlorine will instantly kill off the beneficial bacteria that keep your aquarium cycled and safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Onyx Aqua \u0026 Pet Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48821580267735,"sku":null,"price":179.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/0841\/9287\/files\/3DMOctasCeramicFilterMedia9x3cm-4.jpg?v=1782573731","url":"https:\/\/onyxaqua.com\/products\/3dm-octas-ceramic-biological-filter-media-9-x-3-cm","provider":"Onyx Aqua \u0026 Pet Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}