PhosGuard, 20 L / 5.3 gal.
| Liquid Volume | 20 Liters |
| Item Weight | 45 Pounds |
| Target Species | Fish |
| Allergen Information | Yam Free |
- REMOVES SILICATE AND PHOSPHATE: PhosGuard rapidly removes phosphate and silicate from marine and freshwater aquaria.
- IRREVERSIBLE BINDING: PhosGuard will not release phosphates or silicates back into your tank or aquarium due to its ability to exhibit strong binding capabilities, consequently reducing phosphates and silicates to very low levels.
- USE: Although PhosGuard is effective in both fresh and marine water, it will provide optimal results in sea water and the need for it is better defined in sea water.
- FILTRATION: PhosGuard is highly porous and bead-shaped to promote easy water flow through and around it, increasing both its efficiency and capacity.
- DIRECTIONS: Use 85 mL (⅓ cup) for every 200 L (50 US gallons) saltwater or 400 L (100 US gallons) freshwater. For best results, PhosGuard should be rinsed before use and placed so as to maximize the flow of water through it but not so that it tumbles against itself in flow.
| Item Weight | 45 pounds |
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| Item model number | 181 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars |
| Date First Available | June 15, 2004 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 20 x 14 x 13 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 12.5 x 12.5 x 19.75 inches |
| Item Weight | 45 Pounds |
| Target Audience Keyword | fish;algae-eaters; betta-fish; bottom-feeder-fish; cichlid-fish; goldfish; invertebrate-fish; mollusks; octopuses; rays; sharks; snails |
| Directions | May generate heat on initial contact with water. Pre-wet by adding to a double volume of freshwater, followed by a rinse. For best results, PhosGuard™ should be rinsed before use and placed so as to maximize the flow of water through it but not so that it tumbles against itself in flow. It may be used in a canister filter, media chamber, box filter, or any high flow area of a trickle filter. Use of a filter bag is recommended. Use 85 mL (1/3 cup) for every 200 L (50 US gallons) saltwater or 400 L (100 US gallons) freshwater. Leave product in place for 4 days, then test phosphate or silicate concentrations with either MultiTest™ Phosphate or MultiTest™ Silicate. If the concentration of the component you are trying to decrease has not dropped to around 0.02 mg/L, then replace the PhosGuard™, otherwise leave in place until levels begin to climb again. As long as concentrations remain under control, the product is not exhausted. Over treating is not recommended. PhosGuard™ is not an exchange resin and does not release anything into the water. It does not leach phosphate or silicate back into the water and may be removed, dried, and returned to service until exhausted. Continuous use of small quantities is better than intermittent use of larger quantities. |
| Model Name | PhosGuard 20 L |
| Color | white |
| Size | 20 L/ 5.3 gallon |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Specific Uses for Product | Aquarium Filtration |
PhosGuard rapidly and effectively removes phosphate and silicate from marine and freshwater aquaria.
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