API Bio-Chem Zorb

API Bio-Chem Zorb

API Bio-Chem Zorb is a filter media pouch that removes dissolved pollutants from aquarium water, helping freshwater, saltwater and reef aquariums stay clear and fresh. It suits hobbyists who want to clear yellowed water, deal with odours or keep dissolved organics under control, and it is supplied as a single pocket for tanks of up to 210 litres (55 gal).

Key Benefits

• Uses a blend of resins and activated carbon to remove aquarium pollutants, including colours, odours, heavy metals and toxic gases
• Cleans and clears dissolved organics from the water, helping it look crystal clear
• Removes light-blocking impurities, supporting better light penetration for coral growth in saltwater aquariums and plant growth in freshwater aquariums
• Comes in a ready-to-use pouch that fits easily into API filters
• Works in freshwater, saltwater and reef aquariums

How to Use

• Rinse the pouch under tap water to remove loose dust. The pouch does not need to rinse clear.
• Place the pouch in the path of water flow in the aquarium filter.
• Replace every 2 months, or sooner if the aquarium is heavily stocked and/or colours or odours are detected.

Suitable For

• Freshwater aquariums, including planted tanks
• Saltwater and reef aquariums
• Setting up a new aquarium or maintaining an established one
• Tanks where colours, odours or other pollutants have been detected
• Heavily stocked aquariums, which may need the pouch replaced more often

Compatibility

The pouch is designed to fit easily into API filters. It can be placed in the water flow path of your aquarium filter.

Specifications

• Media: blend of resins and activated carbon
• Format: ready-to-use filter pouch
• Treats: aquariums of up to 210 litres (55 gal) per pocket
• Replacement interval: every 2 months, or sooner in heavily stocked tanks or when colours or odours are detected

What's Included

• 1 pocket of filter media, for up to 210 litres (55 gal)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this filter media remove from aquarium water?
Its resin and activated carbon blend targets colours, odours, heavy metals, toxic gases and other dissolved organic pollutants, leaving the water clearer.

Do I need to rinse the pouch before use?
Yes, rinse it under tap water to remove the loose dust. It does not need to rinse clear.

How often should I replace it?
Replace it every 2 months. In a heavily stocked aquarium, or if you notice colours or odours, replace it sooner.

Where in the filter should the pouch go?
Place it in the path of water flow in your aquarium filter, so the water passes through the media.

Can I use it in both freshwater and saltwater tanks?
Yes. It can be used in freshwater, saltwater and reef aquariums.

Can I use it when setting up a new tank?
Yes. It can be used when starting or maintaining an aquarium, or whenever pollutants are detected.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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