What are Xport Bio Cubes?
Xport Bio Cubes are ultra-porous biological filtration media designed to provide massive surface area for beneficial bacteria in aquarium systems.
How do Xport Bio Cubes improve filtration?
They provide extensive surface area for beneficial nitrifying bacteria, enabling rapid conversion of ammonia into nitrite and nitrate.
What makes Xport Bio Cubes different from other media?
They utilize NanoIntelex Technology to achieve one of the highest surface area to volume ratios of any filtration media available.
How much surface area do they provide?
They provide over 71,000 square feet of surface area per liter, allowing highly efficient biological filtration in a compact space.
What waste do Xport Bio Cubes help reduce?
When properly colonized, they help reduce ammonia and nitrite and contribute to improved overall water quality.
Can Xport Bio Cubes be used as the only filtration media?
Yes, they can function as a primary biological filtration media or be used alongside other filtration methods.
What types of aquariums can they be used in?
They are designed for marine and hard freshwater aquariums, as well as ponds, typically with a pH of 7.5 or higher.
How much Xport Bio Cubes should I use?
Use approximately 2 to 4 cubes per 10 gallons of aquarium water, adjusting based on system bioload.
Should the cubes be rinsed before use?
Yes, rinse with aquarium or purified water to remove dust before placing them into the system.
Can Xport Bio Cubes be pre-seeded with bacteria?
Yes, soaking them in aquarium water with a compatible bacterial supplement helps accelerate colonization and filtration performance.
Is pre-seeding required?
No, but it significantly speeds up the establishment of biological filtration.
Where should Xport Bio Cubes be placed?
Place them in areas with strong water flow and good oxygenation to maximize nitrification efficiency.
Should mechanical filtration be used with this media?
Yes, using filter floss or sponges before the media helps prevent clogging and maintain long-term efficiency.
Can I use a carbon source with Xport Bio Cubes?
Yes, adding a carbon source can enhance bacterial growth and improve nutrient processing.
Do Xport Bio Cubes require maintenance?
They require minimal maintenance, but preventing debris buildup will help maintain performance over time.
Can they be used in high bioload systems?
Yes, their high surface area makes them effective for heavily stocked aquariums and systems with high nutrient loads.
Can Xport Bio Cubes be used during aquarium startup?
Yes, they can be used during initial setup to help establish biological filtration more quickly.
Are Xport Bio Cubes chemical filtration media?
No, they are purely biological filtration media and must be colonized by beneficial bacteria to function.
What results can I expect from using Xport Bio Cubes?
Improved water clarity, reduced toxic waste, and a more stable and efficient biological filtration system.