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Originally Posted by Witfull  i would not use charcoal, nor would i re-use carbon. activated carbon has been baked at high temps (600-1200*F) to burn off inpurities and open up billions of pores. this gives it its superior surface area. A gram of activated carbon has a surface area in excess of 400 mē, For comparison, a tennis court is about 260 mē.
also by reef-grade carbon, cheaper brands use chemical activation. this means it was soaked in phosphates to charge it. this will cause leaching into your tank and feed algae.
spend a lil more, use sparingly and you will save in the long run. |
Hows about Kingsford? Will it give my reef that barbecue flavor?
