Importance of Carbon

[sickcichs]

Just how important is it to have Carbon in your filter?

 

[Deaths Sting]

not very.

 

[Smok3o3]

Ive always used carbon in my filters and lately I met and talk to a bunch of people that dont even use or even think of ever wanting it anywhere near their filters ..

 

[johno27]

I haven't used carbon in around 5 years. the only reason I would use it is if i needed to remove medication from my tank

 

[Smok3o3]

Does it play a big roll in taking away fishy smells or no? thats why I use it in my filters but lately been just puttin less than usual in.

 

[RODinCALIFORNIA]

dont buy it or ever need it.

 

[aclockworkorange]

Carbon can be very useful... it can remove odor, stains in the water, medications, etc.

However, using carbon regularly is frowned upon in many circles and seen as unnecessary... Here's a good article on the pros and cons:
http://www.ratemyfishtank.com/articles/106

Certainly, no matter what the hobbyist chooses, it is no replacement for good filtration and regular water changes.

 

[sickcichs]

Thanks for the info,sounds silly but it has been something I have been questioning for a long time and thought to ask.
Again thanks for the info.

 

[valderi123]

haven't used carbon in 3 years

 

[ar0wan]

I haven't used carbon in at least 8 years.
There is one good use for the chem basket in your filter,
and it's moar bio media. (I recomend Matrix)

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However, using carbon regularly is frowned upon in many circles and seen as unnecessary... Here's a good article on the pros and cons:
http://www.ratemyfishtank.com/articles/106 ...

Good Article.