11 best bio balls

• OUTSTANDING FILTRATION! Each bio ball is covered in spines to dramatically increase the surface area of each ball to nearly 2 square feet providing space for a massive number of beneficial bacteria to colonize. These good bacteria break down harmful waste keeping your aquatic friends safe. You will receive approximately 300 1-1/2-inch bioballs in a ready to use black mesh zippered bag. Just rinse and use.
• TOUGH AND UNIQUE! Our bio balls’ spherical shape and precise spine placement permits them to pack tightly into any shape or filter type without losing surface area. Molded from high density plastic, these balls are lightweight but tough enough to keep their shape and will never degrade or wear out. Bio balls can be used loose or in the mesh bag with plastic zipper in which they are packaged.
• TRUSTED POND MEDIA! Our Bio balls are 100% polypropylene making them a safe reliable bio filter media for fresh and saltwater. They are manufactured for use in koi and water garden ponds, freshwater fish tanks, saltwater aquariums, aquaponics, fish hatcheries and much more.
• SUPERIOR TO LAVA ROCK: Over time, porous lava rock becomes clogged with debris decreasing its surface area so that its ability to house and grow good beneficial bacteria plummets. Our pond bio balls’ uniquely spaced spines allow most debris to pass right through them. Lava rock has tiny pores which make it difficult to clean while bio balls in most applications never need cleaning. A bag of wet lava rock is many times heavier than our pond balls.
• EASY TO CLEAN - When organic waste builds up in the bioballs, they can be gently rinsed in dechlorinated wate to remove debris and refresh the bioballs. Use our FilterFIrst, dual density bonded filter pad, or water polishing pad to capture large particles before they can be trapped in the bioballs.

User questions & answers

Question:	Do you put the bio balls in the filter box with or without them in the bag
Answer:	You can put our bio balls inside of a tank and beneficial bacteria will grow on them. Typically you want to place the bio balls in a chamber or bag after a filter pad. The filter pad will trap most of the free floating debris before getting to the bio balls. Thanks for asking - Laurren at Aquatic Experts
Question:	Will these balls keep the pond free of algae, I have only plants in my 50 gal pond
Answer:	Yes, this pump big enough for this filter
Question:	How many bio balls do I need for a 100 gallon tank in a 5 gallon sump
Answer:	I bought my filter last year and the bulb I believe is not working I replaced it and it was broken and the new one is not cleaning the water I am hoping to get a new part for the top where the bulb goes right now I am very disappointed with this there is no number to contact anyone
Question:	Can i throw the bio balls inside the tank water
Answer:	When I received my filter, there was 3 connections on the filter tank body and 4 screw-on hose adapters that you had to cut in order to fit the hose size you desired. The 3 connections on the filter tank were inlet from the pump, outlet from filter to water feature ( or whatever), and a fitting for a hose when the backwash feature was utilized. I personally used the clear adaptor for the pump outlet so I could just glance at the filter and make sure the little spinner thing was spinning. The glass seal cover I used at the end of the backwash hose. It doesn't say in the instructions, but the backwash hose must be sealed at its end away from the filter or you will empty your pond eventually. As I read this back, it seems a little complicated, but really it's not. Your backwash hose will use 2 connectors (one at each end, duh), and one connector for inlet and one for outlet. I hope this helps you.

Product description

Features:

New design with bio-sponge inside, the biological loads are maximized within much smaller filter areas.

Our Bio balls are 100% polypropylene making them a safe reliable bio filter media for fresh and saltwater. They are manufactured for use in freshwater fish tanks, saltwater aquariums , sump, koi and water garden ponds, aquaponics, fish hatcheries and much more.

Free reusable media bag for easy handling: Size of media mesh bag: 16x16 inch

Easy to maintain, in the event of excessive buildup, you may gently rinse with water from an established aquarium, if desired

Includes: 500 pieces bio balls in 1 media bag, approximately 2 Gal. Diameter of bio ball: 1 inch

Dimensions:

Diameter of bio ball: 1 inch

Size of media mesh bag: 16x16 inch

Includes:

500 pieces of 1" bio balls in one media bag, approximately 2 Gal

• New design with bio-sponge inside, the biological loads are maximized within much smaller filter areas.
• Our Bio balls are 100% polypropylene making them a safe reliable bio filter media for fresh and saltwater. They are manufactured for use in freshwater fish tanks, saltwater aquariums , sump, koi and water garden ponds, aquaponics, fish hatcheries and much more.
• Free reusable media bag for easy handling: Size of media mesh bag: 16x16 inch
• Easy to maintain, in the event of excessive buildup, you may gently rinse with water from an established aquarium, if desired
• Includes: 500 pieces bio balls in 1 media bag, approximately 2 Gal. Diameter of bio ball: 1 inch

User questions & answers

Question:	Do they float or sink
Answer:	this one is all cast iron very sturdy nice looking base
Question:	What is the exact weight of the 500pc package
Answer:	I have a 1.5" pole and all I had to do was remove the insert. Fits just fine.
Question:	How do I use these
Answer:	Yes, you could use this to shade a grill.
Question:	Is the zipper on the bag plastic or metal
Answer:	The actual pole is only 1-1/2 inches wide...the area that houses the crank to raise the umbrella needs 6" to clear the handle turning.

Product description

Features:

Clarify your water naturally and cultivate beneficial bacteria with these Polypropylene Bio-balls! They promote gas exchange and increase dissolved oxygen levels, then filter the water as the bio-balls combine with organic waste to dissolve it.

New design of bio-sponge inside, the biological loads are maximized within much smaller filter areas

Bio balls do not require replacement unless damaged or destroyed

Diameter of bio ball: 1 inch

Free reusable media bag for easy handling: Size of media mesh bag: 8x5.5 inch

Includes: 100 pieces bio balls in 2 media bag, 50 Bio Balls in each bag, approximately 0.4 Gal

Dimensions:

Diameter of bio ball: 1 inch

Size of media mesh bag: 8x5.5 inch

Includes:

100 pieces of 1" Bio Balls in 2 media bags, 50 Bio Balls in each bag, approximately 0.4 Gal

• New design of bio-sponge inside, the biological loads are maximized within much smaller filter areas
• Bio balls do not require replacement unless damaged or destroyed
• Diameter of bio ball: 1 inch
• Free reusable media bag for easy handling: Size of media mesh bag: 8x5.5 inch
• Includes: 100 pieces bio balls in 2 media bag, 50 Bio Balls in each bag, approximately 0.4 Gal

User questions & answers

Question:	is this good for a lot of algae
Answer:	Hello, yes you can use fewer for your shisper filter, thank you.
Question:	how do you use these? Do you just put them in the tank, or do you remove the filter and just set them in where the filter is supposed to be
Answer:	Hello, the spillway protrudes 6" from the outside edge of the basin. If you need any more help you can call Pond & Garden Depot toll-free at 1-866-305-5459. Koray A. Customer Service
Question:	Is the zipper made of metal or plastic
Answer:	It all depends on your pumps gph and the width of your plumbing lines. I had a 1000 gph pump and changed to an Alpine 2800 gph. Pushes the water much better now.
Question:	Would these fit in a small whisper filter for a ten gallon tank
Answer:	It comes with the internal filter but not the pump.

Product description

Bio-ball - 1" bio balls are state of the art filter media for use in freshwater and saltwater wet/dry systems. They may be connected together placed in the filter box at random. Bio-balls help produce turbulence, aiding in the critical gas-exchange process that is needed for successful biological filtration. The void space between the bio-pins is ideal for the movement of gasses like oxygen and allows it to more-readily come in contact with nitrifying bacteria living on the media surface. Ceramic ring- 1/2" x 1/2" extremely porous ceramic media for efficient biological filtration. Hollow design effectively distributes water flow and allows massive colonies of beneficial bacteria to grow on and inside each ring. Great for both fresh and saltwater aquarium.

• Bio balls are state of the art filter media for use in freshwater and saltwater wet/dry systems
• Extremely porous ceramic media for efficient biological filtration
• This listing is for one bag of bio ball and one bag of ceramic ring

User questions & answers

Question:	could I put the bio balls in my canister and the ceramic in the hang on the back
Answer:	Hi, not sure if (hang) was meant to say (Bag). Personally, I found this set to be perfect and have continued to use them for some tine now. I have the bio balls loose within one changer of filtering media, and the ceramic rings inside a storage net bag to help keep it simple when time to clean filter, and in their own chamber of filtering media. Here is a tip on keeping your tank water crystal clear. Consider this to replace those expensive filter media... (Aquarium Filter Pad - Premium True Dual Density 12" by 72" by 3/4 to 1" Aquarium Filter Media Roll for Crystal Clear Water ) provided by Aquatic Experts. Good luck and also - focus on using filtered water, to extend the life of the media.
Question:	do these balls come in comparable sizes to hydroton? That would be awesome
Answer:	They are a bit bigger probly a 1/2 inch in diameter
Question:	Can the pouches be placed in a saltwater sump? Are the zippers metal
Answer:	Yes it can have them in mine, the zippers are metal but they are coated in some type of rubber or powder coat. They are fine for a saltwater or freshwater system
Question:	Do i add both bags of balls and rings to the back of my biocube 32gal or do i mix them up and add only 1 bag
Answer:	You could really do either, but I think that you will want to go from coarse to fine in terms of water flow. I have these arranged so that the balls sit in a tray over the rings and allow the water to disperse down onto the next level of rings. If anything "big" comes through the filter I know the bioballs will catch it and not clog up. The rings would be slightly more prone, thought it would be hard to really block them to the point of clogging. I also find it easier to rinse them if it isn't mixed, but to each his own. I don't think you can really screw this up. After looking at the aquarium itself, I think you may end up finding that you only want one, or the other and not both. I'd vote the rings only if it were me. More surface area for the biological filtering. The balls really do a better job of dispersing water over a wide area, such as a wet/dry filter sump. Way more bang for the buck inthe rings for what you are doing.

Product description

Biological filtration is accomplished by promoting the growth of beneficial nitrifying bacteria within the aquarium filter or refugium. The beneficial bacteria convert toxic ammonia and waste proteins into nitrates that are more easily removed from the aquatic ecosystem.

• Bio-Balls provide a large surface area for beneficial bacteria to grow due to the unique construction and geometric design of the one inch round balls
• Typically used in sump filtration systems
• Bio-Balls are a good choice for adding biological filtration to your aquatic system

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you tell me the dimensions of the individual bio balls
Answer:	they are plastic balls - they float
Question:	How many balls are in the 5 gallon bucket
Answer:	Hello, it is almost 3lbs, thank you.
Question:	Where should be balls be installed in a filter system? Beginning or end of the system
Answer:	I run mine as if they were another filter media. So in line with my filtration system
Question:	Can I use it for freshwater tank? It shows coral life on the picture
Answer:	Hello, the zipper itself is made of nylon, thank you.

• OPTIMAL BIOLOGICAL FILTRATION: Having beneficial bacteria in your aquarium water filtration unit is essential to getting rid of certain chemicals and toxins in the water produced by your fish.
• LARGE OPENINGS: Our bio balls allow oxygen rich water to flow through them unrestricted. This provides the bacteria, as well as your sanctuary, with a certain amount of aeration and oxygenation.
• SHAPE SHIFTERS: The round shape allows bio balls to easily conform to any filter. Promotes gas exchange, reduces and controls harmful ammonia and nitrate, all while increasing dissolved oxygen levels.
• INDEFINITE LIFETIME: Considering these Bio Balls are made from long-lasting, high density polypropylene material, they will not degrade and will continue functioning equally well, year after year.
• LIGHTWEIGHT & EASY TO HANDLE: Each of the tiny plastic spheres weighs a mere 0.3 ounces. Super easy to deposit and remove from your filter, thanks to our complimentary rust proof mesh filter bag.

User questions & answers

Question:	What size are the bags
Answer:	Normally, they are placed at the beginning.
Question:	can I use these bio balls in a Tetra whisper IQ filter? do you use them along with the filter bags? if not where do you place the bag of balls
Answer:	I use the in a 110 gal freshwater aquarium and they work fine.

Product description

FEATURE:

Highly porous structure produces both mechanical and biological filtration. Suitable for both freshwater and saltwater filters.

The bacteria house is rich in tourmaline, which emits FAR infrared rays allowing more oxygen to be dissolved in the water.

Another main material this bacteria house is natural clay, used for supplementing rich minerals and microelements which will be slowly resolved under certain conditions and be utilized by the fish.

Free reusable media bag for easy handling

Dimension:

Size of bacteria house ball: 3/4"x3/4" (20mmx20mm)

Size of media mesh bag: 12x10.5 inch

Includes:

Total 1 Gallon (2000g), 450-500 pieces

Please note:

Due to the nature of the product, we cannot guarantee breakage during shipment, even if it breaks, it will not influence the function of the product, and we will try our best to pack and ship.

• Highly porous structure produces both mechanical and biological filtration. Suitable for both freshwater and saltwater filters
• The bacteria house is rich in tourmaline, which emits FAR infrared rays allowing more oxygen to be dissolved in the water
• Size of bacteria house ball: 3/4"x3/4" (20mmx20mm)
• Free reusable media bag for easy handling: Size of media mesh bag: 12x10.5 inch
• Includes: Total 1 Gallon (2000g), 450-500 pieces

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this product float or sink to the bottom when placed in water
Answer:	Aneta,Thank you for your email. Please contact our international department. [email protected] would be glad to quote this for you. Our hours are Monday-Friday 8am to 8pm located in New York State.Sincerely,Gerrie
Question:	Could I put the bag of these in my koi pond skimmer box to work for bio growth
Answer:	As long as you need to.
Question:	How many would I need to fill three trays in a Sunsun 704b
Answer:	The base is heavy, yes. I don't know about the hose but I believe you don't need to remove it. I would recommend getting the smaller jiffy steamer with the plastic water container instead of this. This one is not much more powerful and very cumbersome.
Question:	Does this need to go into a sump or can you just place them in a tank to eventually use in a new tank for quick cycling
Answer:	If you want a good, reasonably-priced floor steamer, I would recommend a Shark. I've had one for a couple of years now, and I love it! I paid well less than $100 for it; though I don't remember exactly what I paid, I believe it was even less than $50 on sale at a local big box.

Product description

Specifications:

Quantity: 500pcs

Shape: spherical

Diameter of Bio Balls: 26mm

Material: plastic + biochemical cotton(random color)



Tips:

We recommend to choose 26mm bio balls for fish tank and aquarium better.



Attention:

1.If there has excessive buildup, just rinse gently with water.

2.No need to replace the bio balls unless it is damaged or destroyed.

3.Do not clean with soaps or abrasives and never rinse with unconditioned tap water.



Note:

1.Please allow 1-2 cm differences due to manual measurement.

2.Due to the light and screen difference, the item's color may be slightly different from the pictures.



After-Sales Service

you will get a 30-day return and 100% customer support. If there are any questions about containers with lids, please feel free to contact us. Package Includes:

500 x Bio Balls

1 x Free Media Bags

• SPECIAL STRUCTURE - Our bio balls are made of high density plastic and bio sponge(bio sponge with random color), lightweight but tough enough to keep their shape and designed with new bio-sponge inside for an an aerobic environment.
• LARGE VOLUME - 26mm in diameter of the biochemical ball, which is large volume to strengthen the effect of filtering bacteria and provide a large surface area for nitro-bacteria development, but also lightweight and easy to carry.
• GREAT FILTRATION - Bio-balls provide biological filtration, which helps to remove ammonia and nitrite. Furthermore, the bio-sponge inside gives more surface for the growth of beneficial bio-spical bacteria, that improves the filtration effect and stabilizing quality of water.
• REUSABLE MESH BAG - Each filter media is pre-packed in the free mesh media bag we provided to help to maintain healthy aquarium tank or pond, reusable for a long service time and convenient for easy handling and cleaning.
• WIDE APPLICATION - Plastic bio-balls are a great media for use in all types of filters, suitable for use in koi and water garden ponds, freshwater fish tanks, saltwater aquariums, aquaponics, fish hatcheries and much more.

User questions & answers

Question:	Do they float or sink
Answer:	If each ball is 1" in diameter, and there are 1,155 cubic inches in 5 gallons then I would have to guess approximately 1,125 total. Please keep in mind however that due to their design the do "mesh" together, so I had to use 5-1/2 gallons worth to fill a 5 gallon container.

Product description

Clarify your water naturally and cultivate beneficial bacteria with these Polypropylene Bio-balls! They promote gas exchange and increase dissolved oxygen levels, then filter the water as the bio-balls combine with organic waste to dissolve it. Due to the unique geometric design of our bio-balls, the biological loads are maximized within much smaller filter areas.

Features::

-800 pcs 1.2" Bio Ball, a necessary and useful aquarium accessory to guarantee the water condition, suitable for both saltwater and freshwater

-Dense Hole Construction - More places to cultivate nitrobacteria, which is beneficial for water purification

-Durable in Use - Plastics material for long time service

Specification:

-Diameter: 1 3/16" (3 cm)

-Net Weight: 17.63 Lbs (8 kg)

-Color: Black

-Material: Plastic

Package Content:

- 800× Aquarium Bio-balls

• 800pc of 1.2" diameter Aquarium Bio-balls
• Simply Rinse and Use
• Dense Hole Structure for Nitro-bacteria
• For use with Wet / Dry filters etc. to improve biological filtration
• Easy Maintenance

User questions & answers

Question:	Country of origin
Answer:	A single piece of light weight will sink, and a whole bag of 500pcs will sink when placed directly in the water.
Question:	how many gallons of bio balls is this? Will it fill a 5 gallon bucket
Answer:	The bags size are 15*21.5 cm.
Question:	Do they float
Answer:	You can replace it into where you should install your filter bag or together. You can take a look at the video for your reference. Thanks! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfOhtvoI8hQ
Question:	how many gallons
Answer:	CoraLife bio balls are 1" (inch) in both diameter and circumference, they seem to work very well. We have them in our Eheim canister filters for 6 of our aquariums.

Product description

Special Features:

Used as the biological media in the filters, such as aquarium, fish tank and pond filter media.



Great for fish tanks, to promote gas exchange and increase dissolved oxygen levels.



Great for tropical fish farms, koi ponds, waste water systems, etc.



Aiding in the critical gas-exchange process that is needed for successful biological filtration.



Specifications:

Color: Black

Dimensions: Diameter of bio ball: 16mm (included biological sponge)

Package:100pcs*Aquarium Biological Balls

• 【PERFECT FILTATION】Aquarium Filter Bio Ball that helps clean your water naturally, beneficial to oxidation of oxygen convection exchange, and for reproductive growth of nitrifying bacteria with a huge biochemical surface area.
• 【MAX SURFACE AREA】Bio-sponge inside provides more surface area for growth of beneficial Bio-spiral bacteria. Many flake structure, internal porous, great for any freshwater or saltwater.
• 【BETTER EFFECT】The bio ball is idea for external and pressurized filters in aquarium tank, pond filter and fish farm water treatment.
• 【SAFE FILTER MEDIA】Good to use in different type of filters, encourages growth of biological colonies, more capacity than most biological filter media, reduces and controls harmful ammonia and nitrate.
• 【PERFECT SHAPE】16mm in diameter. Packaged in mesh filter bags allowing easy cleaning, promote gas exchange and increase dissolved oxygen levels.

User questions & answers

Question:	What exaxtly do these balls do? Do i use these instead if a regular filter
Answer:	It is manufacturered in China.
Question:	Can this item be used for a turtle tank
Answer:	for 800 pcs , it will work for 5 gallon bucket .
Question:	Do these need to be cleaned after use for awhile
Answer:	They do float. But so does K1 media and for that pupose you can fit a lot more K1 than bio-balls within the same volume of water.
Question:	Do these work in the penn plax canister filters
Answer:	Hi. It will work with a 5 gallon tank. Hope this answers your questions.

Product description

Specifications:

Color: Mixed color

Type: 420g / Bag (appr.)

Material: 12 species filter material in one pack

Infrared bacteria house

Infrared bacteria ball

Ammonia absorption stone

Nano bacteria house

Infrared respiratory ring

Hexagon ceramic ring

Ceramic biobeads

Glass ceramic ring

Medical stone

Natural volcanic rock

Biological ball

Activated carbon

Warm Tips:

Use water in the fish tank or removal of chlorine water for cleaning.

Because the activated carbon itself has carbon powder, pls clean the activated carbon before use.

Before use those bio balls filter media,please rinse with clean water first.

Package included:

1 Pack Filter Material

Notice:

Please allow 1-3cm error due to manual measurement and make sure you do not mind before ordering.

Please understand that colors may exist chromatic aberration as the different placement of pictures.

• Work as a biological filter media：Aquarium bio filter is excellent interaction between air and water and gas exchange. The Bio-balls can give a nice home for beneficial bacteria where they can settle and be fed by water and oxygen. They will also promote gas exchange and increase dissolved oxygen levels. So as to form a good ecological cycle.
• Ceramic rings remove nitrites: Ceramic Material superior at effectively removing ammonia & nitrites that hurt fish and cause unwanted plant life. You'll be surprised how clean your tank or pool is when using this aquarium filter.
• Hollow in the filter material:There is a hollow in the middle of the biological column filtering medium, can provide an anaerobic environment, reducing the content of nitrates in water, and promote more healthy water quality.
• Works for any tank:This aquarium biologican filter is great for any freshwater or saltwater fish tank or mini-reef aquarium.Easy to wash and clean.

User questions & answers

Question:	Ok, so what is "medical stone" that is in the 12-in-1 mix... Is this tourmaline? Or something different
Answer:	You will still need a filter! They help to keep your biofilter healthy.
Question:	How often should the 12-1 be replaced ? I have a 40gal tank
Answer:	Dear friend, Thanks for your question. Yes this filter media helps clean your water naturally, beneficial to oxidation of oxygen convection exchange, and for reproductive growth of nitrifying bacteria with a huge biochemical surface area. Used for turtle tank, aquarium tank, pond filter and fish farm water treatment.
Question:	Do you place this inside of your filter or just inside of the aquarium somewhere
Answer:	I wouldn’t clean them. The whole idea as I understand it, is to build up good bacteria on the surface of each bio ball to combat or offset the bad bacteria.
Question:	What is the dimensions of this bio balls bag
Answer:	As long as you have other filter with them, on top of them. They will not filter your water. They collect bacteria that keeps your biofilter healthy.