Media for Calc Reactor

[PotRoast]

I just got a MRC Calc Reactor and I need to buy the media to go in it.

I am looking at the Argonite at DIY Reef

They also sell a course argonite that has 'double the surface area'

Is this the right media? Also, should I buy the regular argonite or the extra course argonite?

Thanks.

 

[jtesdall]

That should be fine. If remeber right you have to run at a different pH depending on what media you buy. JJ told me this so maybe he can clear that up.

Aren't you in the Des Moines area? There is a thread on GIRS for a local buy from Dr Fosters to share shipping. You can get that media from them as well.

 

[cagri]

that is correct, different media will dissolve at different ph, some media will require lower ph to dissolve most efficiently, some higher. I generally prefer higher ph dissolving media such as ARM so not to drive tank ph too low and consume less CO2.