Filter Media Ring AquaNatura Far Infrared Technology, white, 17×21 mm, 0.5 kg

AquaNatura Far Infrared Technology filter media rings are white, toroidal ceramic rings sized 17×21 mm supplied in a 0.5 kg pack for aquarium filtration. These rings combine traditional mechanical support and porous surface area for colonization by beneficial nitrifying bacteria with materials engineered to incorporate far-infrared properties. They are intended for use in canister and internal filters to support biological filtration and help maintain water clarity in both freshwater and marine aquaria.

Advantages

The ceramic ring geometry and porous structure provide a high specific surface area that promotes rapid bacterial colonization and stable biological filtration while retaining particulate matter. Incorporation of far-infrared technology aims to support microenvironment stability and may enhance nutrient exchange at the media surface. The compact 17×21 mm size fits most canister and internal filter baskets, and the neutral white color is compatible with aquarium setups where media visibility is a consideration.

Suitable for

• Biological filtration in freshwater aquariums
• Biological filtration in marine and reef aquaria (as part of a mixed-media approach)
• Use in canister, hang-on-back, and internal filter baskets
• Filtration systems requiring high surface area media for nitrifying bacteria

Key specifications

• Material: porous ceramic with far-infrared additive
• Shape: toroidal (ring)
• Dimensions: 17 × 21 mm
• Color: white
• Pack weight: 0.5 kg
• Function: mechanical support and biological surface for beneficial bacteria

How to use

Rinse the filter rings in dechlorinated or conditioned aquarium water before first use to remove dust from manufacturing. Place the rings in the filter basket or media compartment so water flows evenly through the media for optimal contact with the porous surfaces. For new aquaria, integrate these rings with established biological media to accelerate bacterial colonization; in established systems, replace or top up media gradually to avoid disrupting the biological filter. Monitor water parameters regularly after adding or changing media.

Usage recommendations

For best results, use the rings as part of a mixed-media filtration strategy combining mechanical, chemical, and biological stages. Avoid cleaning the rings with chlorinated tap water; use aquarium water to preserve beneficial bacteria. Replace or replenish media incrementally rather than all at once to maintain stable biological filtration.