Filtration Media AquaNatura Raw Ore Ball 24 mm, 0.5 kg

AquaNatura Raw Ore Ball filtration media consists of 24 mm granules supplied in a 0.5 kg pack. Designed for aquarium and aquatic filtration systems, the granular form provides combined mechanical and biological filtration: particles and debris are captured mechanically while the porous surface promotes colonization of beneficial bacteria to support stable water parameters in freshwater and marine setups. The 24 mm size is suitable for use in media reactors, canister filters with media baskets and filter bags where medium-to-large granular media is required.

Advantages

The spherical granules offer a high surface area relative to their volume, encouraging biofilm development and improving nitrification. Robust mineral composition resists rapid breakdown, maintaining structural integrity during routine filter flow. Granule size and shape reduce compaction and channeling inside reactors and bags, ensuring even water distribution through the media bed. The neutral appearance and inert behavior minimize impact on water chemistry when used as directed.

Suitable for

• Canister filter media baskets and media bags
• Inline media reactors for freshwater and marine aquaria
• Refugium and sump filtration compartments
• Temporary or supplemental media in quarantine or hospital tanks

Key specifications

• Granule diameter: approximately 24 mm
• Package weight: 0.5 kg
• Form: spherical/granular media
• Function: combined mechanical trapping and biological colonization
• Compatibility: suitable for freshwater and marine filtration systems

How to use

Rinse the granules briefly with dechlorinated water to remove dust before use. Place the media into an appropriate container such as a media reactor, canister filter basket or filter bag, making sure flow passes evenly through the media bed. For initial setup, integrate the media with existing biological media to accelerate bacterial colonization. Monitor water parameters regularly after installation and replace or refresh media if physical degradation or excessive fouling occurs.

Usage recommendations

Use as part of a multi-stage filtration approach combining mechanical and chemical media as needed. Avoid prolonged exposure to strong acids or bases and do not boil the media. When switching from other media types, allow time for biological stabilization; do not replace all biological media at once to preserve beneficial bacterial colonies.