How much zeo carbon?

[Tom Berry]

I have been running 200ml, changed every 30 days, on my 75g (net volume), and it seems to be working okay. I noticed today that the bag and guide say 1000 ml for every 250g, which would be 300 ml. Should I increase the amount?

Tom

[Aged Salt]

Hi Tom, I use slightly less quantity than the guide recomendation. If you decide to increase, plz. do this over a couple of changes[2mos] just to be safe. Also, be careful about changing carbons, as they are not all equal in their effects. Bob

[nbd13]

i do 1 cup per 100 gallons so i dose 2 cups for my net volume of 200 gallons.

Nick

[Znut Reefer]

I also use 2 cups for my net vol of 200 gallons. Two little fishes brand. Hydro carbon. Very pleased with this brand.

[nyfireman3097]

just order the 2 fishes head its the best out there as for PO4
Nick

[invincible569]

I just started using ZEOcarbon and noticed that when I rinse it, the black powder doesnt stop. Does it not need to be rinsed?

[mshur]

edward,
u right,but i rinse only a few times....and put it in the sump...no problem here...
mike

[G.Alexander]

If the carbon is moved while rinsing, the powder will be produced constantly by the mechanical abrasion. I try to “move” the carbon only for the first minute while I rinsing. It is harmless for corals and fish if the powder reaches the system.

G.Alexander

[gqjeff]

I rinse and soak mine in RO/DI overnight before I add it.. Might be overkill but I have always soaked things overnight before going into my tank.. I love the zeo carbon.. I use 2 cups for 200 net also...

[nbd13]

Edward- i have the same problem, i soak mine over night like Jeff and then rinse it well trying not to rub it together and throw it in the sump. it has worked so far.

Nick