K1 Media – 25 ltr

K1 Media – 25 ltr

**For reef tanks, we recommend using K1 Micro instead of K1 Medium**

How it works

Maturing the K1 Media bio-media is crucial because it helps develop a delicate ecosystem for the bacteria involved in the nitrification process. K1 Media offers the maximum active surface area for bacteria colonization, surpassing other types of static media. This process effectively removes harmful ammonia and nitrite from the water.

How it is different from other media

As the K1 Media moves within the filter, it displaces the old dead bacteria on the surface, making room for new, younger, and more active bacteria to rapidly colonize. Inside the wheel, there is a protected surface that allows bacterial colonies to follow their natural lifecycle of maturing, dying, and then supporting the later stages of the nitrification cycle. K1 Media is designed to provide the best habitat for both young and mature beneficial bacterial colonies.

What is meant by self-cleaning?

Unlike foam, matting, or other static filtration media, K1 Media is designed to move freely within your filter. The constant chaotic movement created by your pump causes the media to self-clean, requiring no maintenance at all. This design allows the filter to achieve optimum effectiveness without the need for periodic cleaning, which can lead to unnecessary loss of bacteria within the filter. Fifty liters of K1 Media can handle up to 250 grams of food per day, while K3 can manage 225 grams per day. For retrofitting existing filters, K3 media is the most suitable option due to its larger size and ease of control.