When the activated carbon that comes with this runs out, where do I get more? And, which kind of activated carbon/charcoal do I get? Thank you.
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Marineland Black Diamond is the recommended product. You can find it at pet stores and on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002566WE
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It is quite expensive and its a very small container. After I bought this, I did some research and there really is no difference to the cheaper active charcoal products available on amazon. I would go with something cheaper :) Wish I would have known!
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I've only seen the filter itself on Amazon; however, I get the charcoal in the fish section at Petsmart.
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Hi I have used this Barby all summer and it uses very little charcoal.It is agreat little unit for 2 people.Noel Dalziel
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I have this item and I get mine refilled at the local paintball store. They sell CO2. You can also go to a welding supply store that fills welding tanks
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The carbon filters come with this unit. It says in the instructions that you can use it with or without the carbon filters. And my unit also has an air duct outside. I use the carbon filters to help eliminate the cooking odors.
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Yes, you can find the carbon to replace the filter at any Walmart or other pet supply stores.The carbon is used in filters for fish thanks. The good news is it is quite cheap to purchase it this way.
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Depending on your biomass I think about once a month. I usually trade off between rinsing the sponges and replacing the carbon (PS to save money buy cartons on carbon and refillable bags). IF you miss a cleaning nothing too dramatic happens but it's good practice.
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You can get them on amazon at this link Drinkwell 360 Premium Charcoal Filters 3 Pack . If you have a prime account its Free 2-day shipping eligible. Or I have seen them in PetSmart or PetCo as well.
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There are activated charcoal products available for litter box odor control, just run a search.
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I have a refillable air cleaner and when I changed the carbon I found pellets from the manufacturer. I couldn't find pellets at first, so I used granular. It worked as well, but was very messy. I've gone back to pellets and I'm happy with them.
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Of course you can mix activated carbon into the soil. This is no different than any other carbon, except possibly a bit cleaner. How much or how beneficial it will be probably depends on the type of plants you are try to grow. Check on the needs of the different plant species you have.
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How often will depend on your fish load or if you have other additional filtration. I don't use any carbon in a live planted tank with mine. Carbon is good for removing odor and water discoloration but also can absorb plant fertilizer and fish treatment medications. I think every two months for carbon if you use it is a good starting point to go from. With the pads I generally rinse mine a few times and re use them until they start to fall apart or just get too gross. Good luck.
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I have found the following to be helpful. If you are comfortable with the API products you will also want to order API co2 booster. Every four months I also insert into the soil API plant food. I used these two products for the past year with my planted tanks. I currently have three planted tanks. All are flourishing and doing great.
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Same results. i use Kingsford, Walmart, Grocery store etc... Make sure it is actual charcoal and not the charwood. some places sell the wood pellets, which have a much lower heat.
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If I may, I'd like to suggest you use "Acurel extreme activated carbon pellets". It's sold here on Amazon and while it costs a little more, it will last you a very long time. I have two of these replaceable filters and they are worth every penny! I got the 45 ounce size and I haven't even used a third of it and it's been almost a year. Check it out and give it a try. They sell it in a smaller size if you want to give it a test run.
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Rich, it's just activated charcoal inside a gelatin capsule. The label lists the "Other ingredients" as just the gelatin for the capsule. One item of note though is the caution on the label "Not to be taken at the same time as medications or other dietary supplements." This is because (as it says on the label) "Activated charcoal is one of the finest natural adsorbent agents. Each particle contains many small chambers and cavities that 'capture' or bind-up unwanted materials and gas, which are safely carried out of the digestive system." You don't want the charcoal to bind-up any of your medication and carry it out of the digestive system. Hope you find this product helpful - it has definitely helped me and my family.