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Carbon Media Calculator
Calculate the recommended amount of activated carbon for your media reactor based on tank volume and carbon product type.
Unit:
1 gal500 gal
Recommended carbon amount
5 tbsp
0.31 cups
BRS Rox 0.8 Carbon
Usage Tips
Carbon works best in a media reactor with moderate flow.
Replace carbon regularly — every 2–4 weeks for optimal performance.
Monitor ORP if available; a sudden drop may indicate carbon is exhausted.