{"product_id":"bioscape-bioscape-phosphate-extraction-pad-25-x-45cm","title":"Bioscape Phosphate Extraction Pad 25 x 45cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cut-to-fit pad that strips phosphate from your filter's water flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bioscape's Phosphate Extraction Pad is a 25 x 45 cm poly-fibre sheet impregnated with a phosphate-adsorbing resin, sized to be trimmed to fit power filters, trickle filters, wet\/dry filters, powerheads, canister filters and pond filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut-to-fit sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e — trim it to the exact shape of your filter's media tray rather than being limited to a fixed cartridge size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTargets phosphate\u003c\/strong\u003e — adsorbs the phosphate that builds up from decaying food and waste, the nutrient behind most nuisance algae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and marine safe\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same pad works across both water types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSheet size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedia type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 x 45 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoly-fibre, phosphate-adsorbing resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and marine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause it's a full sheet rather than a pre-cut cartridge, it fits almost any filter that takes a media pad or sheet — power filters, trickle filters, wet\/dry sumps, powerhead pre-filters, canister filters and pond filters. Trim it to the shape of your existing media tray or cartridge frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for freshwater and marine aquariums running elevated or tested phosphate levels. Not a substitute for regular water changes and feeding control — like any phosphate media, it treats a symptom rather than the underlying nutrient load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBioscape doesn't publish a fixed replacement interval for this pad. Test your phosphate level periodically and replace the section in use once readings start climbing again — heavily stocked or overfed tanks will exhaust it faster than lightly stocked ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered against manufacturing defects under Bioscape's warranty, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I cut it into multiple pieces and use them over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that's the point of a sheet over a pre-cut cartridge. Cut off what you need now and store the rest in a sealed bag for later.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know when to replace the pad?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eTest your phosphate level. Once it starts climbing again, the section in use has adsorbed as much as it can and it's time to cut a fresh piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs it reef safe?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBioscape markets this pad for both freshwater and marine use, including reef systems dealing with elevated phosphate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it work in a pond filter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — Bioscape lists pond filters alongside aquarium canister, power, trickle and wet\/dry filters as suited to this pad.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bioscape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54774334619939,"sku":"BIS22","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/BIS22_27719140-b0e3-4063-9dd9-04f88b341a8d.jpg?v=1782868965","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/bioscape-bioscape-phosphate-extraction-pad-25-x-45cm","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}