1/2 Gallon (1.5lbs) - BRS Bulk Bituminous Carbon

$15.99 Sold out

Bituminous carbon is the most commonly used carbon in the aquarium industry. The small pore structure results in medium performance combined with low dust and price. Removes yellowing, pigments, contaminants and irritants from your tank. Great low-cost alternative to our other aquarium carbons.

BRS Bulk Bituminous Carbon Specifications:

  • Iodine Number: 1000
  • Mesh Size: 6 x 10
  • Hardness Number: 90

 

Instructions: We recommend 1 Tablespoon of BRS Special Grade Bituminous Carbon per 4 Gallons of tank water either placed in a media bag, or reactor.

 

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  Special Grade Bituminous Lignite Premium ROX 0.8
BRS Recommended - - YES
Color Removal

Good

 Better

Best
Removal of Dissolved Organic Compounds

Good

 Better

Best
Pore Size

Small/Medium

 Large

Small, Medium & Large
Overall Performance

Good

 Better

Best
Average Rinse Time in a Filter Sock

30 Seconds

 2 Minutes

10 Seconds
Extractables Low Low

Ultra Low
Dust Low Most Ultra Low
Best Application Filter socks, Reactors and Equipment requiring large low dust media Reactors Filter socks and reactors capable of using small particle media
All of our carbons work well in the BRS reactor which is our suggested method of utilizing carbon in the aquarium.