Aquarium supplies for your fish tanks, reef tanks and water gardens.

New Items

Education

Forums

Help & Info

Pet supplies, Pet products, and Pet Accessories for your dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles or small pets. Pet experts are available to help you.

New Customer? Register | Sign In

Over a half million orders shipped since 1997 • Free Shipping on Orders Over $175 • Same-Day Shipping • Price Match Guarantee

Deal of the Day!

Time Left
00:00:00

Tunze MV Controller Set 7075

Only: $376.70

Aquarium Supplies

Home » Saltwater Aquarium Supplies » Filter Media » Chemical » Carbon Media » E.S.V. Granular Activated Carbon

E.S.V. Granular Activated Carbon

Avg. Customer Review (18) reviews

Item Code: Please make a selection

Size:

Price Range:

$11.99 to $24.99

Qty:

Shopping with us is safe.
Guaranteed.

Write a review Email To Friend

Our Granular Activated Carbon based on bituminous coal provides the best combination of pore size, large particle size, high surface area, low ash, and hardness for chemically filtering aquarium water. In addition, test results indicate no leaching of phosphates. The high hardness level of this carbon prevents the dispersion of particles throughout the aquarium which can occur with softer grades of carbon. The large particle size facilitates water movement through the carbon and helps prevent the removal of planktonic food organisms via mechanical filtration. Usage: 1/2 cup per 40 gallons (1 cup per 40 gallons for tanks without protein skimmers) replace monthly.

The new carbon has a smaller particle size of 8 x 30 mesh (new) vs 4 x 8 mesh (old). This gives a higher surface area, resulting in faster and more efficient absorption of organics. If using a media bag, we recommend a 300 to 500 micron ( 50 - 35 mesh) bag. The carbon meets American Water Works Association and Food Chemical Codex requirements.

Specifications:

Molasses Number: 225
Iodine Number: 1050
Hardness Number: 92
Weight: 1lb

Customer Reviews

Write a review

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

Great

E.S.V. = greater value by PATRICK SCHINDLER

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 10/7/2007 from LIVERMORE, CA UNITED STATES

Comments: I have used several different brands of activated carbon on my mixed SPS / LPS reef. We rely on carbon 24/7 to keep our SPS colored up in the harsh chemical warfare LPS environment. I have noticed better (and faster) color restoration on my SPS with E.S.V. than with other brands. I only use E.S.V. brand Kalk as well. If E.S.V. sucked I would say as much. -Patrick
Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

Was this review helpful to you?

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

Excellent!

E.S.V The tried and true!! by Eazyrider

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 11/30/2007 from SANTA CLARITA, CA UNITED STATE

Comments: E.S.V These guys have never let me down...They are the Veterans in this obsession..My tank is crystal clear and it removed the odors in my tank, sump and refugium!! I ran out of carbon and went to the LFS and bought a cheaper brand to get me by..Carbon is Carbon, Right? Wrong!! Never do that again!! My Po4 skyrocketed.. Finally I am back in order!!
Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

Was this review helpful to you?

Customer Reviews

Similar Items

Product:

List Price:

Our Price:

Rating:

Item Code:

Description:

Blue Life Classic Carbon

N/A

$4.99 to $16.99

Benefits: Classic Activated Carbons prime application is as a purifier and clarifier. It is a highly effective absorbent with a large internal surface area. Its vast porous structure allows it to

JBJ 8 Gallon 180 Nano Biotope Replacement Carbon Basket - 3 Pack

N/A

$6.99

Write a review

JB7344

JBJ 8 Gallon 180 Nano Biotope Replacement Carbon Basket - 3 Pack

Korallen-Zucht ZEOvit Activated Carbon - 1 Liter

$31.99

$24.99

Write a review

VX5135

Korallen-Zucht ZEOvit Activated Carbon - 1 Liter

	We offer a Price Match Guarantee on all in-stock merchandise. If you find a lower advertised price than our landed price on a new identical in-stock product at a competitor's website, we will match the price.

PLEASE, MAKE A SELECTION FIRST

Shopping Cart

Cart:
Subtotal:
Shipping:
Total:

0 items
$0.00
$0.00 $0.00

Email Specials

Newsletter Tips & Tricks! New Products!
Discounts & Promos!

Email is Private & Secure

Testimonials

March 06, 2010
"Marine Depot is AWESOME. I purchased my item and it was at my home in two days using normal UPS shipping!!! Thank you for your great customer service."
Michael

March 05, 2010
"Delivery time is unsurpassed. If you need it fast, there is no place faster than Marine Depot for standard shipping. They also have almost anything I could need for a reef tank."
Grey Seaslug

March 01, 2010
"They have so many great products and it’s a very easy website to navigate! From all-in-one to do-it-yourself, there is something for everyone! Awesome summaries at the top of every major heading! This company does a great job and the website is great!"
David Peron

AquaMaxx Metal Halide Bulbs - I was blown away by the color

Please complete the form below (* denotes a required field):
Price*

Shipping Cost*

Competitor Website*

Your order will be processed and shipped once the competitor price you have provided is verified. Please read our Price Match Guarantee Terms & Conditions for more information.

E.S.V. Granular Activated Carbon

Overview

Details

Images

Reviews

Accessories