Hydrocarbon 2 is a granular activated
carbon designed specifically for the purification of water. It has an extremely
porous texture which makes it ideal for both fresh and saltwater aquariums and
does not leach phosphates into the water, which can cause outbreaks of algae.
This activated carbon absorbs both large and small molecular pollutants such as
the defense substances released into the water by both soft and stony corals and
will also pull out the water-yellowing tannic and humic compounds. After months
of use it also becomes a very active biological filtration community full of
beneficial bacteria and microorganisms. It can thus be used as a biological
nitrification and denitrification media, or to seed new aquariums with active
bacteria cultures.
Instructions:
Use approximately 1.5 cups per 50 gallons of water. The entire package will
effectively treat 400 gallons. Place the carbon into a nylon filter bag, tie it
shut, and rinse the closed bag in a container of tap water. The bag should be
rinsed a few times to alleviate the amount of carbon powder that could be
released into the tank. Once the bag has been rinsed it should be placed in the
filter in a spot where water will be directed right through it. Carbon should be
changed at least once every 3 to 4 months.
