{"product_id":"aquaclear-50-activated-carbon-insert-3-pack-210g","title":"AquaClear 50\/200 Activated Carbon — Replacement 3-Pack 210 g HOB Filter - Fluval","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAquaClear 50\/200 Activated Carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e (3-pack) is the replacement chemical filter media for Fluval's AquaClear 50\/200 hang-on-back power filter. It improves water clarity by adsorbing dissolved impurities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFiltration Role\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActivated carbon provides chemical filtration: through adsorption it removes odors, discoloration and dissolved impurities for clear water. Fluval notes that rinsing only removes surface debris, not impurities already adsorbed - so the carbon must be replaced regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carbon is designed specifically for the AquaClear 50\/200 filter (aquariums 76-190 L \/ 20-50 US gal) and is safe for both freshwater and saltwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaintenance and Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePer Fluval's directions, replace the activated carbon monthly - more often in a heavily stocked tank. Never replace all media at once: stagger replacements to preserve the beneficial bacteria colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUse in Marine Aquariums\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquaClear carbon is saltwater-safe. In a reef setup it is mainly used occasionally, to polish the water or remove dissolved impurities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy AquaClear at ReefSolution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReefSolution is a marine aquarium specialty store based in Laval, Quebec, shipping across Canada. For complete size-50 upkeep:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aquaclear-power-filter-50\"\u003eAquaClear 50 Power Filter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - the matching Fluval HOB filter (76-190 L \/ 20-50 US gal).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aquaclear-50-foam-filter-insert-3-pack\"\u003eAquaClear 50 Foam Insert\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - mechanical media and biological support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aquaclear-50-bio-max-insert-125g-4-4oz\"\u003eAquaClear 50 BioMax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - ceramic media for the nitrifying bacteria colony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I replace the AquaClear 50\/200 activated carbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluval recommends replacing the carbon monthly. Rinsing does not remove impurities that are already adsorbed, so regular replacement matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs AquaClear carbon safe for saltwater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Fluval states it improves water clarity in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I just rinse the carbon instead of replacing it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Per Fluval, rinsing only removes surface particles; adsorbed impurities remain in the carbon, which must be replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaClear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39383314825387,"sku":"A1384","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/7108\/1899\/products\/aquaclear-50-activated-carbon-filter-insert-3-pack.png?v=1615958780","url":"https:\/\/reefsolution.com\/en\/products\/aquaclear-50-activated-carbon-insert-3-pack-210g","provider":"Aquarium ReefSolution inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}