Seachem Matrix Carbon 500ml
AA0457
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
Livestock Shipping Options
1. Airport-to-Airport Shipping (Toll Air Express)
Description: Fast and secure air freight service from your local airport to the destination airport.
Schedule: Thursday night shipping for Friday pickups.
Transit Time: Up to 16 hours.
Cost: Starting from $75.
Coverage: Yes, DOA (Dead on Arrival)
2. Door-to-Door Toll Priority Shipping
Description: Convenient service where we pick up your livestock from our store and deliver directly to your specified address.
Transit Time: 24 to 48 hours, depending on your location.
Cost: $100.
Coverage: No death on arrival or death after arrival coverage.
Notes: This service is designed for quick delivery with priority handling.
3. Aramex Priority Shipping (Road Freight)
Description: Road freight service via Aramex with door-to-door delivery.
Transit Time: 24 to 72 hours, depending on your location.
Notes: Not suitable for all states; primarily available within Qld & NSW.
Cost: $45.00
Coverage: No death on arrival or death after arrival coverage.
4. Priority Same-Day Airport-to-Airport Pickup
Available upon request. Price on application; please contact us for a full quote.
Description: Fast and secure air freight service from your local airport to the destination airport.
Schedule: Monday to Thursday only.
Transit Time: Up to 12 hours.
Cost: Price on application.
Coverage: Yes, DOA (Dead on Arrival)
Dry Goods Shipping
We offer fixed $12.50 shipping costs for dry goods under $150 only around Australia.
Complimentary Delivery for DRY GOODS Orders Exceeding $150 (dry goods only)
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.
sales@nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au
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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