Seachem Matrix Carbon 1l
AA0459
Description
Overview
MatrixCarbon™ is a truly unique activated carbon. It is formed as a spherical bead for optimum hydrodynamics, and will not pack. It permits maximum water flow and contact with its high density of macroporous binding sites. MatrixCarbon™ has a very low ash content as indicated by its minimal impact on pH. Even when added to distilled water, it does not raise pH above 7.0. While all carbons contain phosphate, regardless of false claims to the contrary, MatrixCarbon™ has the lowest detectable leachable phosphate content of all major carbon brands tested. MatrixCarbon™ outperforms other high grade carbons by at least two-fold when compared for total capacity to remove aquarium organic matter, rate of adsorption, and duration of use.
While carbon is generally considered to be a chemical filter, that is not precisely true. It is in fact a mechanical filter as well, but it is only capable of mechanically filtering objects of molecular size. It functions through extremely small cracks and crevices, called macropores and micropores. Microporous carbons remove primarily metals and smaller ions (like trace minerals) and are best suited to air filtration, while macroporous carbons remove primarily larger organic molecules (like nitrogenous waste) and are best suited to water filtration.
The ingredients from which a carbon is manufactured determine whether it will be macro- or microporous. Carbons made from coconut shell and other organic products form microporous carbons, while carbons made from bituminous coal form macroporous carbons. MatrixCarbon™ is a bituminous coal-based, macroporous carbon. It is the only spherical carbon on the market, allowing for maximum water flow. It is sized to allow full penetration by water, but not small enough to escape filter bags. All carbons contain phosphate. However, that phosphate DOES NOT come from washing the carbon with phosphoric acid. Most carbons are washed with sulfuric acid. The phosphate is contained in the ash from the carbon source. The main purpose of acid-washing is to remove ash. Because of MatrixCarbon’s™ hydrodynamic properties, more ash is washed from our carbon than any other. Therefore, it has the lowest leachable phosphate on the market.
Sizes: 100 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL, 1 L, 2 L, 4 L
Delivery
DELIVERY & GUARANTEES
Complimentary Delivery for Orders Exceeding $150
Indeed, we offer complimentary delivery for purchases exceeding $150. However, it is important to note that this does not apply to heavy or large bulky items, or any livestock. For products that are not deemed bulky or heavy, you will see a notice stating "This item qualifies for FREE SHIPPING." Remember, even if an individual item is eligible for free shipping, your total order must exceed $150 to benefit from this offer. The choice of courier service for complimentary shipping is at the discretion of The Nick's Aquarium.
To minimize prices, we offer fixed $12.50 shipping costs for dry goods under $150 only around Australia.
large items, or orders over 10kg (e.g., dry rock, dry food, large reef salts, and tanks) will be quoted and emailed to you
Dispatch times are generally 24-48 hours after an order is processed and packed (special order items may take up to 7 days to be dispatched from the store or warehouse). The freight company cannot deliver to Australia Post-owned buildings - post offices, PO boxes, locked bags, parcel lockers, or parcel collect locations.
Livestock sent with road freight are only shipped on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays to ensure they are delivered before the weekend. Air freight orders are sent on Thursday nights only for pick-up on Friday mornings unless other arrangements have been made. (Note: Livestock cannot be sent with Australia Post.)
If you are not sure about livestock shipping, please contact us with any questions, please note some states may require quarantine approval/inspection. We are not responsible for any delays or fees and charges that may apply.
Please contact us with any questions if you are unsure as to the best shipping method for you.
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Returns
All refund rights under both State and Commonwealth law apply. Our goods come with guarantees Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure. We are not required to provide a refund or replacement if you Change your mind. But you can choose a refund or exchange if an item has a Major problem. This is when the item:
- has a problem that would have stopped someone from buying the item if they had known about it
- is unsafe
- is significantly different from the sample or description
- doesn’t do what we said it would, or what you asked for and can’t be easily fixed.
Alternatively, you can choose to keep the item and we will Compensate you for any drop in value. If the problem is not major, we will repair the item within a reasonable time. If it is not repaired in a reasonable time You can choose a refund or replacement.
CHANGED YOUR MIND ON ITEM If you change your mind about the products you have purchased from us with 7days of date of purchase (it happens, we are all human), we exchange those products for a Gift card/ Gift Voucher Which they were acquired subject to the following conditions: Item(s) must be returned within 7 days of purchase, together with proof of purchase The item is in resalable condition including It is in its original packet, including instruction manuals and all accessories; It is unworn, unopened, unused and in its original condition; Gift cards, personalised products, sale, clearance and seconds items are not eligible for a refund or exchange if you change your mind. You are responsible for any costs associated with returning the item to us in Store
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