AquaClean AC Activated Mineral Stone
Update time: 25-08-08 Views: 11
Many aquarists have encountered such frustrations:
- When setting up a new tank, the pH level fluctuates wildly, causing fish to lose their color due to stress.
- Koi carp just can't seem to achieve that vibrant coloration; their hues appear dull and lackluster.
- After a long period without water changes, nitrate levels quietly soar, and algae blooms uncontrollably.
In fact, a single "living stone" can help you solve all three of these problems at once. Today, let's unveil the mysteries of AquaClean AC Activated Mineral Stone (AC Activated Mineral Stone) and see how it plays the dual role of a "water quality manager + color master" in freshwater tanks, saltwater tanks, and koi ponds.
Why "Living Stone" Instead of Ordinary Stones?
Natural zeolite, although rich in minerals, is often contaminated with impurities and has clogged pores, which means that very few trace elements can actually dissolve into the water. AquaClean, supported by the national industrial ceramic research center, employs exclusive activation modification technology:
1. Impurity Removal: High-temperature sintering and acid washing processes eliminate heavy metals and impurities.
2. Pore Expansion: The diameter of micropores is increased by 22 times, the pore volume by 42 times, and the surface area by 15 times.
3. Controlled Release: A stable porous mesh structure is formed, allowing 58 kinds of trace elements (including Si, B, Ge, Zn, Zr, Se, Sr, and rare earth elements such as La, Ce, Y, Yb) to be released into the water in a sustained and balanced manner.
Bidirectional pH Adjustment: Say Goodbye to "Roller Coaster" pH Levels
Many aquarists struggle to lower the pH from 8.2 to 7.5, using phosphoric acid, driftwood, and almond leaves, only to find that the pH drops too low one day and bounces back the next. AC Activated Mineral Stone, with its strong ion exchange and buffering capabilities, can adjust acidic or alkaline water to neutral (pH 7–7.2) within 24–48 hours and maintain this "safe value" over the long term.
Experimental Data:
- pH 8.2 → 7.6 (within 24 hours)
- pH 6.4 → 7.6 (within 48 hours)
Trace Elements "Palette": Enhancing the Colors of Koi Carp
The red patterns, black markings, and white sheen of koi carp all rely on metal ions for coloration. The Zn, Sr, and Zr elements continuously released by AC Activated Mineral Stone significantly enhance the ability of scales to deposit pigments, making the red more vibrant, the black more intense, and the white sheen brighter. The Sakurai Koi Farm in Japan found in comparative tests that after using AC Activated Mineral Stone for 4 weeks, the transparency of the white base of koi carp increased by 15%, and the saturation of red patterns increased by 20%.
Nitrate "Killer" and Algae Terminator
The high surface area porous structure provides a luxurious "apartment" for nitrifying bacteria. Under extreme conditions of pH 6.0 and NO₃⁻ at 100 mg/L, nitrate levels can drop from 100 mg/L to 25 mg/L within 48 hours, significantly reducing the likelihood of algal blooms.
Usage Scenarios and Dosage Recommendations
1. New Freshwater/Saltwater Tank Setup: Add 1–1.5 L per 100 L of water, placing it directly in the filter sump or substrate.
2. Koi Pond: Add 3–5 kg per ton of water, evenly spread on the pond bottom or integrated into a trickle system.
3. Planted/Shrimp Tank: Add 0.5 L per 50 L of water, used in combination with aquarium soil to extend water change intervals.
Real-World Aquarist Case
"In a 60 cm planted tank, on the third day after setup, the pH dropped from 7.8 to 7.2. By the seventh day, the water was crystal clear, and the red plants had more vibrant colors. The fish were stable, and even the notoriously difficult-to-keep Galaxy Rasboras started eating algae!" — From a Shanghai hobbyist @AquaticPlantManiac
A good "living stone" is worth more than countless bottles of additives. AquaClean AC Activated Mineral Stone uses technology to "activate" the gifts of nature, allowing you to easily achieve stable water quality, vibrant colors, and low-maintenance dream aquariums. Now, put this "magic stone" in your tank and let the fish tell you the answer!
