Oase Filterpatroon für Biostyle 5 in 1 (4x)
The Oase 5 in 1 filter cartridge for BioStyle x4 filter is a filter cartridge with a 5 in 1 effect. Specially adapted for the Oase BioStyle filter. This foam is suitable for all BioStyle sizes (75, 115 and 180). Designed specifically for the BioStyle, foam replacement is extremely quick and simple. Depending on the size of the filter, one or more cartridges may be required. This cartridge is thus composed of 5 elements:
45 PPI filter foam
A cartridge comprising: activated carbon, phosphate and zeolite
Geotextile filtration
Thus, this 5-in-1 cartridge offers excellent performance with both:
have mechanical filtration
have biological filtration
provides an excellent colonization surface for bacteria
Thus, it is recommended to regularly change your Oase 5 in 1 filter cartridge for BioStyle x2 filter. Indeed, Oase recommends a change every 2 to 6 weeks.
Maintenance of your BioStyle filter with the filter cartridge
With the Oase 5-in-1 filter cartridge for BioStyle x2 filter, it is recommended to renew the cartridge every 2 to 6 weeks. Indeed, this chemical AND biological filtration will allow denitrifying bacteria to develop while the foam itself will retain the residues. Over time, the foam will deform and thus lose its filtering power. Nevertheless, with good maintenance, it is possible to increase the life of foams:
rinse the foams only with clear water
do not force too much on the foam when cleaning
rinse the foam before its first use
It is always very useful to have foams and cartridges in advance to compensate for unpleasant surprises. Taking care of your filtration is an important and essential point. Good filtration maintains a healthy ecosystem in your aquarium. In particular via a quality bacterial life; So remember to take care of your filter materials and change them if necessary!