Hobby Absorbex Micro

Hobby Absorbex Micro is a high-surface filter material that gives aerobic and anaerobic bacteria a huge area to colonise, around 765m². It helps absorb nitrite and ammonia and supports the breakdown of nitrate and phosphate, keeping aquarium water cleaner and healthier.

Key features of the Hobby Absorbex Micro

• Approx. 765m² colonisation area
• Absorbs nitrite and ammonia
• Helps break down nitrate and phosphate
• For aerobic and anaerobic bacteria

How much you need

Absorbex Micro is made of sintered glass rings whose pore channels let water and oxygen flow through, giving nitrifying bacteria an ideal place to settle. Hobby states that a 700g pack lasts about six months in a 200-litre aquarium with an average fish population, so bigger or more heavily stocked tanks will need more or a fresh fill sooner. It can be used in both freshwater and marine aquariums. Place it after the sponge or filter wool so fine dirt does not clog the pores, and when renewing it, swap only part of the media at a time.

Good to know

Place it in a well-flowing part of the filter, and rinse it only in old tank water so the bacteria survive.

Product details

• Brand: Hobby
• Product: Hobby Absorbex Micro
• Category: Fish Filters & Media