Unlocking the Code for Coral Tank Maintenance: AC AquaClean's Activated Calcium and Magnesium Media
Update time: 25-06-16 Views: 1
I. The "Calcium-Magnesium Balance" in Coral Tanks: The Core Pillar of Aquatic Ecosystems
In reef aquariums, calcium and magnesium are key elements for maintaining coral skeleton growth, zooxanthellae photosynthesis, and water pH stability. When calcium levels are insufficient, coral skeleton calcification slows down or even experiences "decalcification". Magnesium not only participates in coral skeleton formation but also regulates calcium solubility to prevent premature calcium carbonate precipitation. Studies show that the ideal calcium concentration in a marine tank should be maintained at 400-450ppm, while magnesium should stabilize at 1200-1350ppm—this balance directly affects coral color, growth rate, and health.
II. AC AquaClean Activated Calcium Media: A Precision Supply Solution for High-Purity Calcium
1. Technological Breakthrough: A 35% Efficiency Leap via Activation Revolution
AC activated calcium media uses advanced activation technology, increasing calcium release levels by 35% compared to traditional calcium reactor media. This high-purity granulate dissolves slowly in a calcium reactor when combined with carbon dioxide, releasing not only calcium but also trace elements like magnesium, strontium, and potassium for "multifunctional nutrient supply". With extremely low aluminum and phosphorus content, it eliminates the phosphate overloading issue of traditional media, making it ideal for sensitive SPS (small polyp stony coral) tanks .
2. Intelligent Dissolution: Dual Control of pH and Water Flow
Rinse the media before use, then precisely control the dissolution rate by adjusting the water flow and internal pH of the calcium reactor. When pH is maintained at the weak acidic range of 6.5-7.0, the calcium media dissolves most efficiently, stabilizing calcium concentration while avoiding drastic alkalinity fluctuations. In a standard 90cm coral tank, tests show that the reactor with AC calcium media can raise calcium from 380ppm to 420ppm within 72 hours, with fluctuations of less than ±5ppm .
III. REEF-SPEC Magnesium Media: Chloride/Sulfate-Free Magnesium Enhancement
1. 6X Efficiency: Activation Technology Redefines Magnesium Supply Standards
For new tanks or coral systems with high magnesium consumption, AC activated magnesium media boosts magnesium release efficiency to 6 times that of traditional granules via activation technology. Its uniqueness lies in being completely ammonia (NH3)-free and supplying magnesium without chlorides (Cl-) or sulfates (SO4²-), avoiding water quality imbalances caused by traditional magnesium additives. Comparative experiments show that AC magnesium media increases magnesium from 1100ppm to 1300ppm 8 times faster than coral bone materials under the same dosage .
2. Precision Adaptation: New Tank Setup and Magnesium Loss Recovery
Highly recommended for the initial setup of new marine tanks—when corals haven’t formed a stable ecosystem and have urgent magnesium needs. Rinse the media before use, then control dissolution through water flow and pH in the calcium reactor. A case study from a marine forum shows that after adding AC magnesium media, LPS (large polyp stony coral) tentacle extension increased by 40% within 5 days, proving the direct improvement of efficient magnesium supply on coral condition .
IV. The Underlying Logic of AC Media: From "Functional Supply" to "Ecological Protection"
Whether calcium or magnesium media, AC AquaClean adheres to three principles: "high purity, low pollution, and intelligence". The media contain no harmful contaminants, with phosphate content approaching zero; activation technology enables controlled element release to avoid sudden water quality changes; and deep compatibility with the coral tank microecosystem provides a stable growth environment for various species like staghorn and brain corals . As a senior reefkeeper commented: "AC media aren’t just simple 'additives'—they’re the 'ecological engines' that push coral tanks into self-circulating balance."
By deeply integrating product technical advantages with aquarium maintenance scenarios, AC AquaClean's calcium and magnesium media not only solve the rigid need for element supplementation but also redefine the standards of coral tank media with an "ecologically friendly" approach—this is the core reason why 378 global aquarium partners choose AC.
