{"product_id":"seachem-cuprisorb-100ml-50g-bag","title":"Seachem CupriSorb 100ml 50g Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRapidly clears copper and heavy metals from aquarium water.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem CupriSorb is a 100 mL bag of copper-specific chelating resin designed to strip copper and other heavy metals out of freshwater and saltwater aquariums. It works faster than carbon and, unlike simple cation exchange resins, stays effective in saltwater as well as freshwater, making it a go-to option for emergency copper removal after medicating with a copper-based treatment or dealing with metal contamination from tank hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper-specific chelating resin\u003c\/strong\u003e — extracts all types of copper, including chelated copper, from the water column.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemoves multiple heavy metals\u003c\/strong\u003e — also draws out nickel, zinc, cobalt, cadmium and manganese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaster than carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e — removes copper more rapidly and efficiently than activated carbon, useful for emergency copper removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks in freshwater and saltwater\u003c\/strong\u003e — as a true chelating resin it remains effective in marine systems, unlike ordinary cation exchange resins that only work in freshwater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour-change exhaustion indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e — beads turn a pronounced deep blue-black when spent, so you can see at a glance when it needs replacing or regenerating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegenerable\u003c\/strong\u003e — can be regenerated repeatedly with a muriatic acid soak rather than discarded after one use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill not leach back into the tank\u003c\/strong\u003e — does not release anything into the water, so it is compatible with all aquarium species while in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 250 mL dose treats 600 L (150 US gallons) and removes up to 12 ppm (mg\/L) of copper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeachem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCupriSorb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper-specific chelating adsorbent resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mL \/ 50 g bag (SKU AA3653)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemoves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper (all forms, including chelated copper), nickel, zinc, cobalt, cadmium, manganese\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegenerable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, with a muriatic acid soak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage and directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 100 mL pre-bagged packet of CupriSorb treats up to 60 US gallons (approximately 227 litres). For loose media, the standard rate is 250 mL per 600 L (150 US gallons), removing up to 12 ppm (mg\/L) of copper. Place CupriSorb in a filter media bag (such as Seachem's The Bag) positioned to maximise water flow through it, for example in a canister filter, chemical filtration module, box filter, or a high-flow area of a trickle filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAquarium volume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCupriSorb dose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 L (1 US gal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.7 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 L (10 US gal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.7 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 L (20 US gal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 L (60 US gal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 L (150 US gal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for \/ not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for freshwater and saltwater aquariums, including reef tanks and invertebrate or shrimp tanks, as CupriSorb does not release anything back into the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot intended for permanent, continuous use in a filter — pulling out too much dissolved metal over time can deplete trace elements that fish, corals and invertebrates need, leading to tissue degradation, poor colouration and improper growth. Use it to bring elevated copper or heavy metal levels down, then remove or monitor it rather than leaving it running indefinitely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatch the beads: a pronounced colour change to deep blue-black means the media is exhausted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep CupriSorb running for at least two weeks after a copper test reports a nil reading, to catch any further metal leaching from substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo regenerate, soak the resin in a non-metal container in a mix of 2 cups of water to ½ cup of muriatic acid (available from pool supply stores), for 1 hour, then rinse; repeat as needed until the original colour is restored. Always follow the warnings printed on the acid container and carry out the soak outdoors, away from children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter the acid soak, rinse well, add sodium bicarbonate until foaming stops, then rinse again before returning CupriSorb to use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the original colour cannot be restored after several acid washes, the spent resin can instead be regenerated using Seachem HyperSorb or Purigen, or simply discarded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty, support and Australian notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll statutory consumer guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law apply to this product in addition to any rights arising from your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does Seachem CupriSorb remove?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt removes all forms of copper, including chelated copper, plus nickel, zinc, cobalt, cadmium and manganese. Seachem has no data confirming effectiveness against other heavy metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much water will one 100 mL bag treat?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 100 mL pre-bagged packet treats up to 60 US gallons (approximately 227 litres).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Seachem CupriSorb safe with corals and invertebrates?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It does not release anything into the water, so it is compatible with all aquarium species. Avoid leaving it running permanently, as removing too much trace metal can affect coral colouration and invertebrate health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know when CupriSorb is exhausted?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads develop a pronounced deep blue-black colour when spent. Keep it in use for at least two weeks after a copper test shows a nil reading, since substrate can continue to leach copper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan CupriSorb be reused?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it can be regenerated repeatedly using a muriatic acid soak followed by a sodium bicarbonate rinse. If the colour will not restore after several washes, it can be regenerated as HyperSorb or Purigen, or discarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it work in both freshwater and saltwater tanks?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Because CupriSorb is a chelating resin rather than a cation exchange resin, it remains effective in saltwater as well as freshwater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242238034211,"sku":"AA3653","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/seachem-cuprisorb-100ml-50g--10268554035491-1-dq.webp?v=1790372898","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/seachem-cuprisorb-100ml-50g-bag","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}