How long does poret foam last?
5-10 years
Long life, 5-10 years and more! High compression strength to prevent shrinking. Hydrophilic surface facilitates colonization by beneficial microorganisms.
What is Poret foam?
Poret® is an open-cell polyurethane-based foam. Polyurethane, a polymer developed by German industrial chemist Dr. Virtually unaffected by contact with water, polyether foams are ideal for filtration in fishkeeping ponds, aquariums, wastewater treatment facilities etc.
What PPI is coarse foam?
The size of pores is measure in pores per inch (ppi). The foam with higher ppi has more pores in it. More pores mean larger biological filtration capacity but faster clogging. A coarse foam will be 20 ppi, a fine foam will be 40 ppi.
How do foam aquarium filters work?
The air pump pushes air through the tubing into the hollow cavity inside the sponge filter. Bubbles rise from the inside of the sponge, thus drawing water through the sponge walls. This water suction process mechanically collects debris from the aquarium and gives beneficial bacteria place to grow.
What does PPI stand for in filters?
The term porosity, measured in PPI (Pores Per Inch) designates the number of pores in one linear inch.
What is Poret filter foam?
Poret filter foam is a high quality open cell foam that removes debris and provides biologically stable water. Its the best product we have found for providing clean and biologically healthy water for your fish on a continual basis.Every aquarium owner can use Poret foam, it can be used mechanically or biologically to keep your tank looking great.
Can you use Poret foam in an aquarium?
If you bought your aquarium from your Local Fish Shop it can easily be improved with Poret foam. If your aquarium has a built in filter like the the AquaOne AR620T for example you can definitely use Poret foam to keep the water clean.
What is the PPI of a Poret filter?
Available in 10 PPI blue, 10 PPI black, 20 PPI black, 30 PPI black, and 45 PPI black. Note: 1.5″ Poret® works for vertical use only up to a 5.5 gal tank size ( Mattenfilters, Cornerfilters, sumps, or tank dividers ).
What is the size of pores in biomedia’s fillfoam?
Foam with 10 to 30 ppi (pores per inch) has openings large enough that they aren’t easily clogged yet has a very large surface area. This is a combination difficult to come by in biomedia. Open celled reticulated urethane foam comes in different pore sizes. The size of pores is measure in pores per inch (ppi).