{"product_id":"aquaforest-af-air-scrubber-media-2l","title":"Aquaforest AF Air Scrubber Media 2L","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAquaforest AF Air Scrubber Media 2L\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain a more stable pH and create better conditions for coral growth with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaforest AF Air Scrubber Media 2L\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed for use with protein skimmers, this specialised CO₂-absorbing medium helps reduce the amount of carbon dioxide entering your aquarium from the surrounding air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn reef aquariums, elevated indoor CO₂ levels can contribute to lower water pH. Everyday activities such as breathing, cooking and having pets can increase CO₂ concentrations indoors, while closed windows and reduced ventilation during colder months can make the issue more noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy removing CO₂ from the air drawn into the skimmer,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAF Air Scrubber Media helps minimise pH fluctuations and supports a more stable reef environment\u003c\/strong\u003e. According to Aquaforest testing, it can raise aquarium pH by approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.2–0.4\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping stabilise it within the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8.0–8.4 range\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent CO₂ absorption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Effectively removes carbon dioxide from air entering your protein skimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHelps raise aquarium pH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Can increase pH by approximately 0.2–0.4 under suitable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports coral growth and condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Stable pH provides a more favourable environment for coral development and calcification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces pH fluctuations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Helps counteract the effects of elevated indoor CO₂ levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour-change indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– The pellets gradually change colour as they become saturated, making it easy to monitor the medium's condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Simply place the medium into a suitable air scrubber filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe for reef aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Designed for use in marine aquariums and safe for fish and corals when used as directed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2L quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Convenient refill size for your aquarium's CO₂ filtration system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for Your Reef Aquarium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintaining a stable pH is an important part of successful reef keeping. When CO₂ levels rise, aquarium water can become more acidic, potentially contributing to reduced pH and less favourable conditions for coral calcification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAF Air Scrubber Media helps tackle this issue at the source by filtering CO₂ from the air before it reaches the skimmer. This can be particularly useful in rooms with limited ventilation or during autumn and winter when windows are more likely to remain closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA more stable pH can help provide\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003econsistent conditions for fish, corals and other reef inhabitants\u003c\/strong\u003e, while supporting healthy coral development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill the dedicated\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaforest AF Air Scrubber filter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith the AF Air Scrubber Media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the air scrubber to your protein skimmer's air intake according to the filter manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the skimmer to draw air through the CO₂-absorbing medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor the colour of the pellets regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace the medium before it becomes completely saturated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medium gradually changes colour as it absorbs CO₂.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen the pellets turn purple, this indicates that the medium has absorbed CO₂ and is becoming exhausted.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cartridge is intended for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esingle use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand cannot be regenerated or reused.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor optimal and long-lasting filtration, Aquaforest recommends using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAF Air Scrubber Media together with the dedicated AF Air Scrubber filter\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace the medium before the colour change is complete to help maintain effective CO₂ removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarium pH can vary depending on factors such as room ventilation, aquarium conditions, stocking levels and CO₂ concentration, so results may differ between systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor best results, regularly monitor your aquarium's pH and other water parameters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Pets SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45315077603371,"sku":null,"price":1173.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4676\/6123\/files\/AquaforestAFAirScrubberMedia2L.png?v=1788900223","url":"https:\/\/aquaticpetssa.com\/products\/aquaforest-af-air-scrubber-media-2l","provider":"Aquatic Pets SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}