{"product_id":"fluval-ammonia-remover","title":"Fluval Ammonia Remover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoose zeolite media for whenever a canister-shaped pad won't cut it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluval Ammonia Remover is a natural ion-exchange media that pulls toxic ammonia out of the water as it passes through, sold loose by weight with a mesh media bag included so you can portion it into a filter basket, media reactor or sump chamber of any size. It's formulated for freshwater use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.6 kg bag suits smaller aquariums or topping up an existing media bag between changes. The 2.8 kg bag suits larger systems, sump filtration, or several tanks run off one household's supply. Both are the same media at different weights - only how much you're carrying differs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural ion-exchange media\u003c\/strong\u003e - removes ammonia from the water as it flows past, rather than masking it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMesh bag included\u003c\/strong\u003e - drop the media straight into any filter, canister basket, or sump chamber without it scattering loose through the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits new and heavily stocked tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e - useful while a tank is cycling, or when stocking density is pushing ammonia up between water changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks alongside medication\u003c\/strong\u003e - can be used after treating fish, where you want extra help clearing residual ammonia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedia type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural ion-exchange (zeolite) ammonia remover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.6 kg, 2.8 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMesh media bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible with\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAny canister, internal or sump filter with a media chamber or basket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for freshwater aquariums of any size where the filter has a media compartment. Not suitable for saltwater or reef tanks - the ion-exchange process interferes with the trace elements and salinity balance of marine water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by Fluval's standard warranty against manufacturing defects, in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this in a saltwater tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo - this media is formulated for freshwater use only and shouldn't be used in marine or reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need the mesh bag, or does the media come loose?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mesh bag is included in both sizes, so you can contain the media in your filter without needing a separate bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the difference between this and the pre-bagged 3 x 180 g pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame media - this is sold loose by weight for filling your own bag or basket, while the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-ammonia-remover-3-x-180gm-bags\"\u003e3 x 180 g pack\u003c\/a\u003e comes pre-portioned into three ready-to-use bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know when to replace it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluval doesn't publish a fixed litres-treated figure, since how long the media lasts depends on your ammonia load rather than a set volume of water. Watch your test kit and replace it once readings stop staying down.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"1600gm","offer_id":55334984581411,"sku":"FA02","price":37.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2800gm","offer_id":55293291036963,"sku":"FA03","price":56.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-ammonia-remover-43313875452195.webp?v=1790238524","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-ammonia-remover","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}