Tunze 3181 Algae Reactor

Tunze 3181 Algae Reactor incl. pump and Refugium LED suitable for aquaria up to 600L

The Tunze Macro Algae Reactor (MAR 3181) is designed for cultivating algae in seawater or plants in freshwater aquariums. This reactor can be conveniently placed in any filter basin or alongside the aquarium without needing external filter technology.

The water circulation within the reactor promotes the rotation of the algae culture, which helps reduce the number of light sources while supporting healthy plant growth. If necessary, you can also add extra light sources to the device.

Many marine aquarists cultivate Chaetomorpha “Spaghetti Algae” to help eliminate nitrates and phosphates from the aquatic environment. Regularly harvesting a handful of algae is usually enough to maintain the biological balance in an aquarium, making this a cost-effective and simple alternative to various chemicals or resins.

You can also grow Naja Grass (Najas guadalupensis) to enhance the quality of freshwater systems, such as cichlid biotopes.

Scope of delivery:

• Reactor
• LED eco chic refugium 8831 9 W
• Circulation pump Comline® Pump 2500 electronic
• Turbelle Controller basic 7090.200
• Silicone hoses 2 x 2 meter length

This reactor is suitable for aquariums ranging from 100 to 600 liters (25 – 160 US gallons) with a flow rate of 500 – 1,200 l/h (132 – 318 US gallons). The energy consumption with the pump is approximately 20 W. The reactor measurements are 233 x 195 x 422 mm (9.2″ x 7.7″ x 16.6″). It comes equipped with the Comline® Pump 2500 electronic and the Turbelle® Controller basic 7090.200.

Functions of the TUNZE algae reactor MAR 3181:

• Cultivation of algae in seawater and plants in freshwater
• Biological detoxification of ecosystems using algae and plants
• Reduction of nitrate and phosphate levels
• Filtration of aquarium water
• Production of food supplements for fish
• Zooplankton refuge, providing nourishment for corals and fish
• Enrichment of water with oxygen