Aquario Neo Media - Hard
Product Overview
Aquario Neo Media Hard is a high-performance biological filter media manufactured in South Korea from natural mineral materials fired at high temperatures. Formulated with an alkaline nature, Neo Media Hard helps support and maintain higher pH levels without dropping. Its multi-pore structure provides enormous surface area for beneficial nitrifying bacteria to thrive, ensuring stable biological filtration and crystal-clear water for African cichlids, livebearers, marine fish, and saltwater coral reef displays.
Key Features & Benefits
- Slightly Alkaline pH Target (HARD): Features an alkaline nature that prevents pH drops and supports water chemistry for hard-water aquatic species.
- High Biological Surface Area: Micro-porous internal structure houses dense, multi-strain nitrifying bacterial colonies to rapidly cycle ammonia and nitrites.
- 5-Step High-Temperature Manufacturing: Fired at extreme temperatures using natural Korean minerals to guarantee long-term structural strength without crumbling.
- Ideal for Hard-Water & Marine Species: Formulated specifically to cater to African Cichlids (Lake Malawi & Tanganyika), livebearers, marine fish, and reef aquariums.
- Versatile Basket Fit: Standard ball shape packs cleanly into canister filter trays, HOB chambers, trickle sumps, and internal media baskets.
Technical Specifications
Precaution: Rinse gently with running water 2–3 times prior to installation. Avoid aggressive washing to prevent excessive mineral dust. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Line | Aquario Neo Media Premium Series |
| Variant / Chemistry | HARD (Alkaline pH Effect — Prevents pH Drop) |
| Media Shape | Circular (Normal) |
| Country of Origin | Made in South Korea |
| Target Inhabitants | African Cichlids, Livebearers, Marine Fish & Saltwater Corals |
What's Included
- 1x Pack Aquario Neo Media Hard Biological Filter Media
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which aquariums benefit most from Aquario Neo Media Hard?
Neo Media Hard is ideal for African Cichlids (from Lake Malawi and Lake Tanganyika), livebearers (like guppies, mollies, and platies), and marine saltwater reef tanks, all of which thrive in higher pH and mineralized water parameters.
2. Will Aquario Neo Media Hard raise my pH too high?
Neo Media Hard provides a gentle buffering effect to keep water alkaline and prevent acid swings. Your overall tank pH will still be influenced by your source water, rocks, and substrate choices.
3. How should I prepare and clean Aquario Neo Media during routine maintenance?
Rinse the media gently under clean water 2 to 3 times prior to first use. During routine maintenance every 3 to 6 months, swish the media in a bucket of drained aquarium water to clear accumulated detritus without harming beneficial bacterial colonies.