Description
Bio Balls 46mm
Bio Balls (46mm) are highly efficient biological filter media designed to boost beneficial bacteria growth in aquariums and ponds. Made from durable, non-toxic plastic, these hollow, lightweight balls provide a massive surface area for nitrifying bacteria to colonize, ensuring clean, stable, and healthy water for fish and plants.
🌊 Key Features
✅ Large surface area – Unique open-structure design provides maximum space for beneficial bacteria.
✅ Durable & reusable – Made from long-lasting, non-toxic plastic; does not break down in water.
✅ Promotes biological filtration – Helps break down harmful ammonia and nitrites into safer nitrates.
✅ Improves oxygen exchange – Hollow design enhances aeration and water circulation.
✅ Easy to clean – Simply rinse in aquarium water during maintenance (never use tap water).
✅ Versatile use – Suitable for freshwater, marine tanks, and ponds.
🐠 Suitable For
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Tank Size: Any aquarium or pond size (recommended 1L of Bio Balls per 100L of water for best results).
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Fish Types: Safe for all – tropical fish, goldfish, koi, marine fish, shrimp, snails, and planted tanks.
⚠️ Bio Balls do not remove debris – they should always be used with mechanical filtration (sponges, filter pads, etc.) for best performance.
⚙️ Specifications
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Product Name: Bio Balls 46mm
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Type: Biological filter media
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Size (per ball): ~46mm diameter
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Material: Non-toxic, high-quality plastic
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Weight: Lightweight (approx. 5–6 g each)
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Usage: Place inside canister filters, sump filters, overhead filters, or pond filters
🧱 Filter Media Setup (Recommended Use)
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Place Bio Balls after mechanical filtration (sponges/filter pads).
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Can be used in:
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Canister filters
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Sump filters
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Overhead filters
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Pond filtration systems
👉 Best when combined with ceramic rings, sponge, and filter wool for complete multi-stage filtration.
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🔧 How to Use
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Rinse Bio Balls gently in tank water before first use.
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Place them inside a filter chamber, sump, or media bag.
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Ensure water flows through them for maximum efficiency.
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No need to replace – they last for years.
🧼 Maintenance
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Rinse Bio Balls every 1–2 months in aquarium water (not tap water).
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Avoid scrubbing too hard – this will preserve beneficial bacteria.
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Do not replace all Bio Balls at once to avoid bacterial loss.
📦 What’s in the Box
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Bio Balls (46mm each, quantity as per pack)
✅ Why Choose Bio Balls 46mm?
Bio Balls 46mm are an essential biological media for any serious aquarium or pond setup. They are affordable, reusable, and provide long-term biological stability by supporting beneficial bacteria growth.
👉 Best for canister filters, sump systems, overhead filters, and pond filters where strong biological filtration is required.
