coralfragger101
Gone Postal
Just wondering who out there uses Chemi-Pure and what you think of it.
Who uses Chemi-Pure?
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I've used it in the past. I really liked it. It's carbon with basically DI resins in it as well that remove more organics and whatnot than just running carbon alone. I used to run it all the time, but then I just bought the BRS pelletized carbon and have liked that. I need to change mine out, because now I'm becoming reliant upon carbon for clearing up my water 
My tank is all cloudy now without carbon running
My tank is all cloudy now without carbon running
LouPhoenix
New member
On the flipside, I use a combo of Purigen and Carbon and my water is very crystal clear.
coralfragger101
Gone Postal
I was just PM'ing info but I guess there is no reason "not" to post here.
If you go to the chemi-pure website you will see a button for FACTORY SECONDS. These are products with damaged labels and such that they can not sell to any of the LFS's.
They have now decided to sell these items to the public at a reduced rate. You will see that you are supposed to email them for the price list of what they currently have. I have already done this and what the have right NOW is about 100 bottles of each of the following:
Chemi-pure 10 oz $4.95 each
Chemi-pure 5 oz $2.95 ea ch
Chemi-pure Elite 11.74 oz $6.95 each
Chemi-pure Elite 6.5 oz $4.95 each
We currently have in stock of 'Factory Seconds' about 100+ count of each of the four items listed above. If someone were interested in them all we can do an exact count for them.
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Not a bad deal for those of you who use this item. I personally have used it in the past. I currently use the Rox 8.0 from BRS but I just might pick up a couple cases of this myself at the given prices.
NO - I am not affiliated with Boyd Enterprises in any capacity therefore I will not financially gain anything by posting this thread although I do know Mathew and have met Russell Boyd.
If you go to the chemi-pure website you will see a button for FACTORY SECONDS. These are products with damaged labels and such that they can not sell to any of the LFS's.
They have now decided to sell these items to the public at a reduced rate. You will see that you are supposed to email them for the price list of what they currently have. I have already done this and what the have right NOW is about 100 bottles of each of the following:
Chemi-pure 10 oz $4.95 each
Chemi-pure 5 oz $2.95 ea ch
Chemi-pure Elite 11.74 oz $6.95 each
Chemi-pure Elite 6.5 oz $4.95 each
We currently have in stock of 'Factory Seconds' about 100+ count of each of the four items listed above. If someone were interested in them all we can do an exact count for them.
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Not a bad deal for those of you who use this item. I personally have used it in the past. I currently use the Rox 8.0 from BRS but I just might pick up a couple cases of this myself at the given prices.
NO - I am not affiliated with Boyd Enterprises in any capacity therefore I will not financially gain anything by posting this thread although I do know Mathew and have met Russell Boyd.
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Using Chemi-pure seconds in 10oz cans is just as expensive as using the BRS cheapo lignite carbon in the 1.25lb bags. 1.25lb = 20oz, = $10; 10oz Chemipure x2 = 20oz = $10. Probably have to pay tax and shipping though, but who knows for sure (I know Chuck will 
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I do like chemipure a lot, but haven't used it in a long time. I probably should SINCE I DON'T DO REGULAR WATER CHANGES. ( )
)I do like chemipure a lot, but haven't used it in a long time. I probably should SINCE I DON'T DO REGULAR WATER CHANGES. (
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RobbsReef85
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*Raises Hand*
Seen it on a few different tanks (post setup) and id say it works wonders. makes everything just a little better.
Seen it on a few different tanks (post setup) and id say it works wonders. makes everything just a little better.
blackthunda77
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i normally use the elite, couple bux more and it has phosphate remover it it as well.
coralfragger101
Gone Postal
It's not hard to recharge the purigen. At the price it costs, it is well worth the effort. I like purigen but it is just too darn small and too much ends up leaking out the bag. At least that was my own experience with it.
I still have one case of Chemi here already. I'm picking up 2 more cases just because it's such a deal. I wait for deals on my brand of salt too (very had to find) but I currently have like 28-29 cases of it so I'm set for quite awhile on salt.
I still have one case of Chemi here already. I'm picking up 2 more cases just because it's such a deal. I wait for deals on my brand of salt too (very had to find) but I currently have like 28-29 cases of it so I'm set for quite awhile on salt.
blackthunda77
New member
has anybody ever used purigen in a reactor? or is the media too small for that application? im not too familiar with that media
LouPhoenix
New member
The media is very small, like fine sand. If some of it leaks out, it's no biggie in my opinion... it will just mix with the sand and remain harmless.
Never tried it on a reactor, though.
Never tried it on a reactor, though.
blackthunda77
New member
hmm ok, i think i know which media u guys r talking about know. its like i very light yellow/white media that looks like really realy small sillicone beads.
coralfragger101
Gone Postal
Yep - that's the stuff.
And you just soak it in bleach to recharge it.
Of course you have to rinse it very well before putting it back into use again.
And you just soak it in bleach to recharge it.
Of course you have to rinse it very well before putting it back into use again.
LouPhoenix
New member
Yeah, rinse it well and soak it for a few hours in a solution of water and dechlorinator to really get the bleach out.
JOHN4AVIATION
New member
I use two bags of Chemi-pure on my 65gal reef tank and i also use a bag of purigen for my 29Gal Biocube. Both products work very well. I buy my chemi-pure from DR. Foster & smith, 3 - 10 oz jars for $16.99.
