{"product_id":"live-filter-media-quartz-rings-500ml-can-copy","title":"Live Filter Media - Ceramic Rings 500ml Can","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLive Ceramic Rings – 500ml Can\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive Ceramic Rings are a premium biological filter media designed to provide an ideal environment for beneficial nitrifying bacteria, helping maintain a healthy and stable aquarium. Their highly porous ceramic construction offers a large surface area, supporting the biological filtration process that converts harmful ammonia and nitrite into less toxic nitrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for freshwater, marine and planted aquariums, Live Ceramic Rings are compatible with most canister filters, sump systems and internal filters with biological media chambers. They are ideal for establishing new aquariums or enhancing the biological capacity of existing filtration systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eHighly Porous Ceramic Media\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides an extensive surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eSupports Biological Filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps convert harmful ammonia and nitrite into less harmful nitrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Most Filters\u003c\/strong\u003e – Perfect for canister filters, sumps and internal filters with media compartments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eLong Lasting Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Durable ceramic media designed for continuous biological filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse gently with aquarium water before first use to remove any loose dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the ceramic rings into a filter media bag or directly into your filter's biological media chamber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition after mechanical filtration for optimal biological performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen cleaning, rinse only in removed aquarium water to preserve beneficial bacteria. Avoid rinsing with untreated tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For maximum filtration efficiency, use ceramic rings alongside mechanical and chemical filter media, and avoid replacing all biological media at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biological filtration requires time to mature. Allow several weeks for beneficial bacteria to fully establish. Regular water testing is recommended when cycling a new aquarium or introducing additional livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"South West Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52701145366815,"sku":null,"price":17.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/4120\/9375\/files\/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJ3ZWItbmluamEtaW1hZ2VzIiwia2V5IjoicGlzY2VzZW50XC9pbWFnZXNcL3Byb2RpbWdcLzM1ODBfMS5wbmciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjQ4MCwiaGVpZ2h0Ijo0ODAsImZpdCI6Imluc2lkZSIsInd.webp?v=1784804019","url":"https:\/\/www.southwestaquatics.com.au\/products\/live-filter-media-quartz-rings-500ml-can-copy","provider":"South West Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}