Ammonia Filter Archives

Specific Surface Area of a Biofilter

13 August 202412 October 2023 by Tony Augustine

What is the Specific Surface Area (SSA) of a Biofilter Media

The Specific Surface Area (SSA) of a pond biofilter media is a critical parameter that measures the amount of surface area available within the filter media for beneficial microorganisms to colonize and perform biological filtration. What is the Specific Surface Area of a Biofilter Media The SSA in pond filtration gauges media effectiveness for nitrifying … Read more

Use Of Ammonia Filters

10 August 202411 October 2023 by Tony Augustine

Use Of Ammonia Filter in Aquariums and Ponds

The use of ammonia filters in aquariums and ponds is a crucial component of water quality management, particularly in aquatic environments that house fish and other aquatic organisms. Ammonia is a natural byproduct of fish waste and uneaten food, and in elevated levels, it can be harmful to aquatic life. Ammonia filters, also known as … Read more