What is a reef media reactor?

What is a reef media reactor?

A media reactor is an aquarium filtration device that contains filter media. It helps to increase the effectiveness of the filter media inside by forcing all water that enters the reactor to come in contact with the media.

Do I need reactors for my reef tank?

To some tanks, that are either heavily fed or heavily stocked, a nitrate reactor can be an essential piece of reefing equipment when it comes to keeping all tank inhabitants healthy and happy. Zeovit Reactors are by far one of our favorite additions to any reef tank.

Do media reactors work?

Not Really! Aquarium media reactors greatly improve the efficiency of filter media inside it by increasing the surface area and contact time between the media & the aquarium water as it is pumped through it. These simple containers allow easy mounting, cleaning and can be used singularly or mulitple together.

Is a phosphate reactor necessary?

Without a phosphate reactor, phosphate levels would naturally rise, as phosphates are a byproduct of fish foods. Unchecked, they can rise to levels that are deleterious to any organism that relies on calcification.

What does a media reactor do in a reef tank?

Media reactor designed for use in smaller marine and reef aquaria. Insert your media of choice to help eliminate organic pollutants, water discoloration, odors, and algae-fueling nutrients. Great for use with Carbon, GFO and even BioPellets!

What are media reactors used for in aquariums?

Reactors Media reactors have many different uses. The main use for media reactors in a saltwater aquarium is for carbon or GFO, but are very versitile. Depending on your aquariums needs, you can use media reactors to grow algae, raise your reef tanks pH levels, and combat and mitigate any issues that may arrise in your aquarium.

How much does a media reactor cost?

Depending on your aquariums needs, you can use media reactors to grow algae, raise your reef tanks pH levels, and combat and mitigate any issues that may arrise in your aquarium. Starting at: $70.99 Starting at: $6.49

What are the different types of reef aquarium reactors?

There are many types of reactors for the reef aquarium and they all incorporate unique features for the various types of media. This most popular is the aquarium carbon and GFO reactor. This is a simple upflow reactor designed to force water through the two media so they can remove undesirable pollutants from the water.

What is the best media reactor for GFO and carbon filtration?

Here is the good news for those who dislike complications: Reef Octopus Beginner Media Filter 4 Inch Chamber is easy to set up. Its ease of use combined with its durability and sturdiness classify this unit as probably the best media reactor for GFO and carbon filtration overall.