🦠 The true lungs of your aquarium
To obtain crystal-clear water, the power of your pump is not enough. Everything happens at the microscopic level.
These filter balls these are not just simple pebbles, but cutting-edge technology designed to support life. They transform your filter into a high-performance biological treatment plant.
🧱 Sintered Quartz vs Ceramic
Why choose this material rather than classic ceramic noodles ?
The difference in material : Standard ceramics are often smooth and have low porosity. Here, we're talking about sintered quartz (heated quartz), a material that resembles a rigid "glass sponge".
The proof is in the numbers : Thanks to this unique texture, just 1 liter of these beads offers 450 m² of living space for your bacteria. That's the equivalent of several tennis courts in a single filter basket ! More surface area = More purifying bacteria.
🔮 The spherical shape
The round pearl shape was studied for two specific technical reasons :
- Maximum Filling : Unlike rings that leave large gaps, the beads arrange themselves to fill 100% of your filter's volume. No space is wasted.
- Fluid Circulation : The water cannot take "shortcuts". It is forced to circulate around each bead, ensuring maximum contact with the bacteria.
🛠️ Installation and Maintenance
These marbles are compatible with all brands external filters (JBL, Fluval, Oase...). They are chemically neutral and suitable for both fresh and salt water.
📕 Technical Specifications
- Material : Sintered quartz
- Shape : Spherical beads (approx. 6-10mm diameter)
- Colonization area : 450 m² per liter
- Density : Approx. 880g / Litre
- Use : Biological Filtration (Top Baskets)
- Optimal lifespan : 1 to 3 years (Rinseable)
🧮 Quantity Calculator
How much do you need ?
Although it depends on the population of your aquarium, here is the recommended golden rule :
- Aquarium < 200 Liters : Take the box of 1 Liter.
- Aquarium 200 to 400 Liters : Take the box of 2 Liters.
- Aquarium 400 to 600 Liters : Take 3 liters (1L + 2L).
- Large Aquariums (> 600L) or Clubs : The bucket of 5 Liters is the most economical.
Tip : It's always better to have a little too much media than not enough. The excess can be stored indefinitely in a dry place.