{"product_id":"seachem-matrix","title":"Seachem Matrix","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeachem Matrix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeachem Matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-porosity biological filter media for aquarium owners who want to support biofiltration in freshwater or marine aquatic environments. This inert, porous inorganic media provides a large surface area for beneficial bacteria that process ammonia, nitrite and nitrate within the same filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides high-capacity biological filtration for nitrogenous waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers external and internal macroporous surface area, unlike plastic bio-media that provides external surface area only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides more than approximately 700 m²\/L of surface area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePorous pieces are about 10 mm (0.4\") in diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely inert and designed not to break down, so it does not need routine replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost bacteria live within the media, allowing Matrix to be rinsed when necessary without damaging the filter bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace Seachem Matrix directly into the filter. It is sufficiently large that a filter bag is not required for most applications. It is particularly effective in canister filters and also works in drip tray systems. Use with Seachem Stability to establish the bio-filter more rapidly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 250 mL of Matrix for each 100 L (25 US gallons) of aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with all wet and wet-dry filtration systems, including canister filters and drip tray systems. For drip tray applications, the larger Pond Matrix may be better suited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem Matrix biological filter media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much Seachem Matrix should I use in my aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse 250 mL of Matrix for every 100 L (25 US gallons) of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Matrix be used in a canister filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Matrix may be used in any type of filter and is particularly effective in canister filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to place Seachem Matrix in a filter bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. The media is generally large enough that a filter bag is not required for most applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Seachem Matrix need to be replaced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMatrix is completely inert and does not break down, so it does not need to be replaced as part of routine filter maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I rinse Matrix during aquarium filter cleaning?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. As the majority of the bacteria are internal, Matrix may be rinsed when needed without damaging the bio-filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Matrix support in the aquarium filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts macroporous structure supports nitrifying and denitrifying bacteria, helping the filter process ammonia, nitrite and nitrate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AD","offers":[{"title":"250ml","offer_id":39279164194870,"sku":"000116011600","price":138.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":39279164227638,"sku":"000116011303","price":232.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1L","offer_id":39279164260406,"sku":"000116011709","price":420.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"4L","offer_id":48989189865780,"sku":"000116011907","price":1264.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0151\/9016\/3510\/products\/seachem-matrix-filter-media-high-capacity-biofiltration-removes-nitrogenous-waste-700m2-per-liter.jpg?v=1743712398","url":"https:\/\/jungleaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-matrix","provider":"Jungle Aquatics Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}