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How long do BiOrb filters last?
Service kit – Everything you need to service your biOrb: Filter cartridge – contains clean ‘mechanical filtration’ and new ‘chemical filtration’. The filter cartridge should be changed every 4-6 weeks.
Is the BiOrb filter good?
The biOrb has the biggest biological filter compared to any similar sized aquarium! It uses the highly porous ceramic media, which is extremely effective at cultivating filter bacteria.
How often should I clean my BiOrb filter?
You should clean your biorb every couple of weeks, or more frequently if you notice your water is dirty or water levels are unhealthy. If the biorb filter sponge gets dirty before a change is due it can be washed.
Do BiOrb tanks need a filter?
One of the best aspects of a BiOrb fish tank is the filtering system that keeps your tank clean for long periods at a time. The BiOrb tanks spherical shape helps with the filtration system. As the air from the BiOrb air pump pushes the water up out of the BiOrb bubble tube and reaches the surface of the water.
How many fish can you have in a BiOrb?
A rule of thumb when stocking your BiOrb is 1 inch of fish per gallon. Based on this rule, a 15L (approx. 4G) BiOrb should have no more than four 1 inch fish and a BiOrb 105 (Approx. 24G) no more than twelve 2 inch fish.
What does the BiOrb air stone do?
The Biorb Air Stones break the flow of air from the air pump into bubbles to better oxygenate your biorb aquarium. Without the air stone, your fish wouldn’t get the oxygen they need to survive.
Do I need an air stone in my BiOrb?
The biorb air stone is a vital piece to the BiOrb and BiUbe tanks and has multiple functions within your tank. The first function being air flow control. Without the air stone the airflow coming from your BiOrb Air Pump may be too powerful.
What fish can I put in my 30l biOrb?
Guppies, Gourami and danios will swim at the top, tetras and rasboras in the middle, and Rams, Corydoras and Cherry barbs will stay close to the bottom. Colour and activity at every level, and up to 30 small tropical fish.
Why does my biOrb keep going green?
If large areas of algae grow or the water goes very green very quickly, this indicates that there is a problem with the water that’s causing the excess growth. Algae needs sunglight and nutrients in order to grow.
How often should you change a air stone in a BiOrb?
every 4-8 weeks
Your airstone should be replaced every 4-8 weeks after which their effectiveness diminishes as calcification occurs due to the hard water in your aquariums.