Poly-Fil, Purigen, Chemi-Pure Blue, and Marine Pure don’t remove green water algae or brown tannins long term. The only all-in-one filter media which does that, plus polishes the water, clears out detritus, removes odors, lowers ammonia, phosphates, chlorine, nitrites, nitrates, etc. - is Marineland’s Zeolite Blend. Too many items to list as far as its capabilities, and it’s amazingly cheap.
I love big aquarium grade sponges in a sump baffle , they catch a lot of debris and the amphipods love to breed in them. Rinse them off regularly in tank water and your good to go!
Still with the Brightwell? It may start out fine but melts away to goop in your sump. Go with Marine pure. It's kinda crumbly at first but only while you handle it. Once in place its perfect and doesn't turn to mush.
Why do you need to mix mb 7 with water first? I noticed it looked like you added it to water first! I have been just adding directly does, that null its effectness? The directions say it is in a state of suspended animation for longevity, not sure what that means!
I use marine pur balls for my nitrate export. I have a very small sump and seems to be no flow around it so is it okay to add a small wavemaker in the sump? Also did i I hear you say that studys didint show denitrification? They were a elevated and I have no corals yet and just 3 fish an d turkey baste most leftover food which isnt much. So probably shoulnt have nitrates, especially if these were working, but week before they were zero I think(hard to judge color) I change filter socks every 3 days and they are very dark at the bottom which is so weird being there cant be much to break down but this tells me time to get someone over to hook up my skimmer! Just learning all this stuff!
What are you supposed to do when the gfo isnt spent but phosphates start to rise a little? I checked mine the other day and it was 0.09 so being the high grade gfo is expensive I idnt want to throw it away(plus was only about a month old) so I just added a teaspoon more to a 36 gallon. Is that when I could use the phos e? I just dont want to have to dose it daily especially since I do everything by hand! I run gfo in a bad in my filter sock. and one in a chamber in my aio. I used to add phosguard but last time it didn't work at all! I also used to use chemipure elite and just stared using brs!
I use chemi pur elite for po4 but po4 slowly starts to rise. What should I use until its cash? Is the phospate e good for that or should I just add a little phosguard? Also can adding bioballs cause a mini cycle? I have heard of seasoning them with mb7 first. Do you know of the technique to do that? I think I might have caused a mini cylcle adding them and also sand that wasnt live plus big frag mounts (made of cement or ceramic) that hold 3 and some hold 5, they sit on sand bed. I used them for acclimating my corals. Is it not advised to add fresh frags plugs that arent alive? I have some soaking in my 7 but dont know the ratio or if its doing anything at all. I have some corals die after adding that stuff when my parameters are good. I also added some to my sump a while ago that should be good to go!
I'm so confused on how to use the Marine Pure. Some of your videos say to put it in high flow sump areas, other videos tell me to put it in low flow areas. Which is it? Or do I need one in both?
You guys are awesome. I love watching these videos, I’ve learned so much from you guys. Could you maybe try to do some compares of competition? Like maybe fluval, just for those people (like myself) who prefer to buy from The lfs ?
Waste away totally destroyed my flourishing mixed reef. I wanted to get rid of a little excess algae the crabs weren't getting. Once I dosed it, my corals literally and slowly wasted away until it was just a clownfish. I had zoas, monti, euphyllia, you name it. No other changes to husbandry, and my tank I didn't add it to is fine.
Phosphate-E - beware, I was using it for longer time and it almost clogged up some of my smaller tubing, it deposits some white stuff everywhere including pumps. Probably depends on how much and how long it's been used and possibly it requires more water changes (but then why use it).
lanthanum chloride products should be dosed right before your mechanical filtration. Phosphate E instructions on the Brightwell site even say to do so as well.
What is the point of bioballs if it dosnt lower nitrates and phosphates? I have been using them with no luck and just bought a huge bag because I thought maybe they were to old plus wanted to try in a nano AIO. I know they up bacteria but i thought it was the type of bacteria that consumes nitrates. Is it helpful in anyway if you have plenty of sand and live rock? Should they be replaced at some point. The ones I have in my tank now and thought of replacing might be very old because I bought preowned live rock that came with a lot of them.
Bioballs aren't good for much of anything in the reefing hobby, they are good to support large bio loads in fish only tanks and what not but even for that nowadays u have the marine pure plates and blocks that do twice as good in 80% less space.
Hi Ryan, if I need to chose between Brightwell Xport Bio cube and Marinepure gem or spheres as a biological media for canister filter no sump. Which one you recommend? I have try 3 different types already but those I have tried are good for freshwater. Thanks.
Our of those options, we most often use the Marine Pure spheres as they're a good size and allow for good water flow through and around them. That said, any of these options are going to perform a very similar job, so it's hard to go wrong with any of them.
was the marine pure blocks rate before or after they found out it leaches aluminium? trying to get some more bio filtration because my ray is messy but dont want to harm anything. also have a few soft corals and shrooms in there
Reyes Gonzalez would be nice to have some info on precautions and what to watch for negatively and how to measure the negative aspects before they become major problems.
Check out the Brightwell Xport-bio cubes. They'd work great in a media bag inside of your HOB filter. www.bulkreefsupply.com/xport-bio-biomedia-cubes-brightwell.html
Works great. I used a band saw to cut plates of Marine Pure to the shape of my canister filter and no issues. Way better than regular ceramic media. If you do not have a band saw, no worries you can cut the Marine pure with any thing. PS all the brightwell plates I purchased melted away to goo. I'll not be using them again.
The marine pure Spheres have been awesome in my fx6s and in the tank. Partially buried it is guaranteed to grow anaerobic bacteria. It can really be blended into the decor easier than I thought. They also make great plant anchors for anubis or Java ferns.
When using the bacteria products like vibrant does it have to be dosed forever, or once you get your results you can stop dosing without negative affects?
Does anyone know if Vibrant ships well in colder weather like the Microbacter7 does? I'd like to try this out, but it seems like the only way I can buy it in Canada is online, and I don't want to end up with a bottle of dead bacteria
The cold temperature would not have ill effect on Vibrant. Vibrant stated "It’s totally fine if it freezes, even if completely solid, as long as it is left out to return back to room temp before use"
Marinepure ballz best biomedia? Really? Have you performed any side by side ammonia oxidation tests with different media alternatives before recommending the most expensive one?
I highly recommend not cutting the brightwell xport plates and bricks. I have cut those and the side that is cut becomes so brittle that it disintegrates with a slight touch overtime.
Marine Pure doesn't have any dead organics on it, so you can give it a quick rinse, then add to an established system right away. I suggest the sump area.
@@jetskiwillywilly7970 I run filter floss, chemi pure, carbon, protein skimmer and do weekly water changes or 10% of the total water volume . I have a pristine tank
Ok I really don’t like complaining, especially about fast service. But unfortunately, this seemed a little to fast. So I ordered the micro bacter with dimple ball brick for 59 dollars. What I didn’t realize was it wasn’t the no3 one I wanted. So I called to cancel. They said the order was placed 20 minutes ago, and unfortunately it already shipped? That I wouldn’t b able to get a refund. But they could send me a return slip once I received it, to ship back at a addition $10 to me. Let’s just say I won’t b buying from them again, and it’s a shame, I love all their content and even what they offer through the store. But to not refund my purchase after 20 minutes, 5 of which was waiting for customer service, I was disappointed to say the least.
I love you guys..you’re a gift to the hobby.
You guys are great. Because of you, I got the courage to get into the hobby. Thanks for all the treat information and support and products
Poly-Fil, Purigen, Chemi-Pure Blue, and Marine Pure don’t remove green water algae or brown tannins long term. The only all-in-one filter media which does that, plus polishes the water, clears out detritus, removes odors, lowers ammonia, phosphates, chlorine, nitrites, nitrates, etc. - is Marineland’s Zeolite Blend. Too many items to list as far as its capabilities, and it’s amazingly cheap.
@Urjfhskioeuwjd I've never tried it, will do my research, and if it doesn't have side effects, then I will use it and see. Thanks!
@Urjfhskioeuwjd one thing, I've never had the issues you mentioned like the green water algae or the brown tennis. But will do my research and see
@Urjfhskioeuwjd I did read about zeolite, and it's not for saltwater. It's used for fresh water only
I love big aquarium grade sponges in a sump baffle , they catch a lot of debris and the amphipods love to breed in them. Rinse them off regularly in tank water and your good to go!
I would vote for Vibrant for product of the year. We were FLABBERGASTED by the result!
Still with the Brightwell? It may start out fine but melts away to goop in your sump. Go with Marine pure. It's kinda crumbly at first but only while you handle it. Once in place its perfect and doesn't turn to mush.
Excellent reviews guys on the different kinds of media and bacteria cleaners. Brightwell IMO rises to the top in that category 👍
I have been using Vibrant on my bubble algae for a few weeks. Excited to see if it gets rid of it.
William Norman Let us know how it goes.
How did it work?
@@themaineadventure4687 I have seen a dramatic decrease in the amount that is in my tank, but it is not all gone. I am still adding it once a week.
@@wmn9999 thanks for the update.
@@wmn9999 any update on the bubble algae?
Can some manufacturer please make ceramic shells for my hermit crabs 😂
Great video. I have used most of these products at one time or another
Would LOVE to see the calculator for the Phosphate-E . Please do it BRS.. Thanks
So bio pellets, are only mainly used to reduce nitrates. ?
is it safe to use marine pure block in reef tank ? no aluminum ?
Why do you need to mix mb 7 with water first? I noticed it looked like you added it to water first! I have been just adding directly does, that null its effectness? The directions say it is in a state of suspended animation for longevity, not sure what that means!
What about sachem purigen?
I use marine pur balls for my nitrate export. I have a very small sump and seems to be no flow around it so is it okay to add a small wavemaker in the sump? Also did i I hear you say that studys didint show denitrification? They were a elevated and I have no corals yet and just 3 fish an d turkey baste most leftover food which isnt much. So probably shoulnt have nitrates, especially if these were working, but week before they were zero I think(hard to judge color) I change filter socks every 3 days and they are very dark at the bottom which is so weird being there cant be much to break down but this tells me time to get someone over to hook up my skimmer! Just learning all this stuff!
What are you supposed to do when the gfo isnt spent but phosphates start to rise a little? I checked mine the other day and it was 0.09 so being the high grade gfo is expensive I idnt want to throw it away(plus was only about a month old) so I just added a teaspoon more to a 36 gallon. Is that when I could use the phos e? I just dont want to have to dose it daily especially since I do everything by hand! I run gfo in a bad in my filter sock. and one in a chamber in my aio. I used to add phosguard but last time it didn't work at all! I also used to use chemipure elite and just stared using brs!
I use chemi pur elite for po4 but po4 slowly starts to rise. What should I use until its cash? Is the phospate e good for that or should I just add a little phosguard? Also can adding bioballs cause a mini cycle? I have heard of seasoning them with mb7 first. Do you know of the technique to do that? I think I might have caused a mini cylcle adding them and also sand that wasnt live plus big frag mounts (made of cement or ceramic) that hold 3 and some hold 5, they sit on sand bed. I used them for acclimating my corals. Is it not advised to add fresh frags plugs that arent alive? I have some soaking in my 7 but dont know the ratio or if its doing anything at all. I have some corals die after adding that stuff when my parameters are good. I also added some to my sump a while ago that should be good to go!
That is something. Sure is great. Thank you.
I'm so confused on how to use the Marine Pure. Some of your videos say to put it in high flow sump areas, other videos tell me to put it in low flow areas. Which is it? Or do I need one in both?
You guys are awesome. I love watching these videos, I’ve learned so much from you guys. Could you maybe try to do some compares of competition? Like maybe fluval, just for those people (like myself) who prefer to buy from
The lfs ?
I would pay extra if the co2 media could come in a better container over the resealable bags they currently come in.
Waste away totally destroyed my flourishing mixed reef. I wanted to get rid of a little excess algae the crabs weren't getting. Once I dosed it, my corals literally and slowly wasted away until it was just a clownfish. I had zoas, monti, euphyllia, you name it. No other changes to husbandry, and my tank I didn't add it to is fine.
Definitely the phosphate calculator on the BRS website
Hey BRS, it's time to ship to Brazil!
Love the vids!!
Thanks ! Is it OK to use Vibrant & GFO at the same time ?
I do, no issues so far. I’ve been using vibrant for about a month and a half.
@@RogueAgent1001 Thanks ! Seems like a good product , especially for new tanks .
Yes it will be fine! Vibrant will not reduce nutrient levels, and as algae dies it can release nutrients.
@@BRStv Thank you !
Phosphate-E - beware, I was using it for longer time and it almost clogged up some of my smaller tubing, it deposits some white stuff everywhere including pumps. Probably depends on how much and how long it's been used and possibly it requires more water changes (but then why use it).
lanthanum chloride products should be dosed right before your mechanical filtration. Phosphate E instructions on the Brightwell site even say to do so as well.
Someone didn't read all the instructions lol
I'd like to see more reefing calculator's. 2020👍
Is biomedia a good idea for a reef tank,will it not create a lot of nitrat?
Biomedia may actually reduce nitrates due to the nitrifying bacteria that it houses.
@@BRStv thanks, wich one you recommend?
What is the point of bioballs if it dosnt lower nitrates and phosphates? I have been using them with no luck and just bought a huge bag because I thought maybe they were to old plus wanted to try in a nano AIO. I know they up bacteria but i thought it was the type of bacteria that consumes nitrates. Is it helpful in anyway if you have plenty of sand and live rock? Should they be replaced at some point. The ones I have in my tank now and thought of replacing might be very old because I bought preowned live rock that came with a lot of them.
Bioballs aren't good for much of anything in the reefing hobby, they are good to support large bio loads in fish only tanks and what not but even for that nowadays u have the marine pure plates and blocks that do twice as good in 80% less space.
great idea, Effluent in a bottle
Hi Ryan, if I need to chose between Brightwell Xport Bio cube and Marinepure gem or spheres as a biological media for canister filter no sump. Which one you recommend?
I have try 3 different types already but those I have tried are good for freshwater. Thanks.
Our of those options, we most often use the Marine Pure spheres as they're a good size and allow for good water flow through and around them. That said, any of these options are going to perform a very similar job, so it's hard to go wrong with any of them.
@@BRStv thank you I appreciate the reply.
was the marine pure blocks rate before or after they found out it leaches aluminium? trying to get some more bio filtration because my ray is messy but dont want to harm anything. also have a few soft corals and shrooms in there
Seems like brs don't want to respond regarding aluminum leaches (((
Do you find out any info about marine pure block?
Now I gotta get vibrant
Reyes Gonzalez would be nice to have some info on precautions and what to watch for negatively and how to measure the negative aspects before they become major problems.
What bio media can i put in my small hob filter any suggestion?
Check out the Brightwell Xport-bio cubes. They'd work great in a media bag inside of your HOB filter.
www.bulkreefsupply.com/xport-bio-biomedia-cubes-brightwell.html
Can I use the marine pure in a canister filter or would it be to hard on the filter for proper flow?? Thanks.
While we've yet to try this, I don't see why not. If you're going this route, the spheres would probably be the best way to go.
Works great. I used a band saw to cut plates of Marine Pure to the shape of my canister filter and no issues. Way better than regular ceramic media. If you do not have a band saw, no worries you can cut the Marine pure with any thing. PS all the brightwell plates I purchased melted away to goo. I'll not be using them again.
The marine pure Spheres have been awesome in my fx6s and in the tank. Partially buried it is guaranteed to grow anaerobic bacteria. It can really be blended into the decor easier than I thought. They also make great plant anchors for anubis or Java ferns.
Can anyone tell me if vibrant will affect with Coraline algae
will you ever be shipping to the UK? l need your stuff :(
No immediate plans, but we do allow for the use of a mail forwarding service. Details at the link below.
www.bulkreefsupply.com/international-shipping
When using the bacteria products like vibrant does it have to be dosed forever, or once you get your results you can stop dosing without negative affects?
Peter Dinh good question
At about 7:30 he talks about malm in the tank. What is malm?
In the aquarium hobby, mulm is often used as another word for detritus.
@@BRStv Awesome!! Thanks so much for responding! You guys are the best!
Thanks guys
Thanks again!
Does anyone know if Vibrant ships well in colder weather like the Microbacter7 does? I'd like to try this out, but it seems like the only way I can buy it in Canada is online, and I don't want to end up with a bottle of dead bacteria
The cold temperature would not have ill effect on Vibrant. Vibrant stated "It’s totally fine if it freezes, even if completely solid, as long as it is left out to return back to room temp before use"
@@BRStv That's awesome!! Thank you!!
Would like to hear you guys’ thoughts on chemipure blue
Marinepure ballz best biomedia? Really?
Have you performed any side by side ammonia oxidation tests with different media alternatives before recommending the most expensive one?
Pause at 16:17 you'd see 'Jim Halpert blinds meme' face
lol 100% accurate
how about Sulfur Media... Why BRS do not recomend this kind of media
You can use this with a Nitrate Reactor, but we do not see this used as often for nutrient control. It would definitely work though.
I highly recommend not cutting the brightwell xport plates and bricks. I have cut those and the side that is cut becomes so brittle that it disintegrates with a slight touch overtime.
What did you use? Sorry. To cut the brick. Better results with low heat.?
On a how long period of them you notice the disintegration?
I used the xport no3 brick. They only crumble if you cut them. Otherwise I highly recommend them.
@@AquaSplendor For me it was at about 4 months. Total desegregation. It was just goo. I had to shut down my sump and vacuum out my sump.
@@TheBobby416 I use marine pure. It seems more brittle and crumbly when you handle it, but when its in place no melting away.
Any1 used brightwell purit?
Timestamp 5:18 yeah i bet you do ryan
Oh geez 😆
Can you jus pop in the marine pure to an already cycled tank ? It won’t spike ammonia or nitrite ?
Marine Pure doesn't have any dead organics on it, so you can give it a quick rinse, then add to an established system right away. I suggest the sump area.
Nope no spikes of anything, there's nothing on it its a blank slate ready to house bacteria to breed live in/on
Lol I don’t fo 90% of the stuff these guys recommend and I have a thriving reef tank
whats your solution? Mine is 2-part + filter floss + marine pure blocks + skimmer + bags of pond matrix + bag of rock + water change
@@jetskiwillywilly7970 I run filter floss, chemi pure, carbon, protein skimmer and do weekly water changes or 10% of the total water volume . I have a pristine tank
Ok I really don’t like complaining, especially about fast service. But unfortunately, this seemed a little to fast. So I ordered the micro bacter with dimple ball brick for 59 dollars. What I didn’t realize was it wasn’t the no3 one I wanted. So I called to cancel. They said the order was placed 20 minutes ago, and unfortunately it already shipped? That I wouldn’t b able to get a refund. But they could send me a return slip once I received it, to ship back at a addition $10 to me. Let’s just say I won’t b buying from them again, and it’s a shame, I love all their content and even what they offer through the store. But to not refund my purchase after 20 minutes, 5 of which was waiting for customer service, I was disappointed to say the least.
Marine Pure sucks, it disintegrates in my sump to dust. It's basically a waste of money buying this stuff, in a year it's gone.
yes they disintegrate in my sump too. it crumbles if you hold it too strongly too..
No API quick start as the number 1 bacteria? Lol jk