Aquaforest AF Carbon is a premium, steam-activated granular charcoal designed for high-efficiency chemical filtration in freshwater aquariums. Because it is activated with steam rather than phosphoric acid, it is completely phosphate-free, ensuring it will not fuel unwanted algae outbreaks in your tank.

Core Benefits:

• Removes Water Discoloration: Rapidly binds yellowing pigments, organic waste, and tannins to leave water crystal clear.
• Eliminates Odours: Absorbs foul smells caused by built-up organic compounds.
• Toxin & Medication Removal: Highly effective at extracting heavy metals, contaminants, and residual fish medications after a treatment cycle is complete.
• Safe for Sensitive Inhabitants: Safe for fish, shrimp, and live tropical plants.

Dosage & Usage Instructions:

To use Aquaforest Carbon in a freshwater aquarium, apply the following parameters:

• Dosage: Use 100 ml of AF Carbon for every 200 litres of tank water.
• Placement: Place the granules into a fine mesh media filter bag for passive placement inside your filter basket, or use it actively inside a media reactor. If using a reactor, restrict the maximum water flow to 500 L/h to prevent the granules from tumbling too violently and grinding into dust.
• Replacement Cycle: Replace the carbon media every 4 weeks, as its porous surface will eventually become fully saturated and lose its absorption capacity.

Vital Aquarium Tips:

• Medication Alert: Always remove the activated carbon from your filter before dosing any fish medication, otherwise the charcoal will immediately absorb and neutralize the treatment.