Aquatic Experts Aquarium Polishing Filter Pad, Water Polishing Pad for Aquarium Filters, Filter Floss for Fish Tank Filters, (50 Micron, 24″ x 36″ – 1 Pack)
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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 24 x 36 x 0.13 inches; 6.74 ounces
Item model number : Aqu-1852
Date First Available : August 17, 2015
Manufacturer : Aquatic Experts
ASIN : B0141HU1AG
Best Sellers Rank: #7,048 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #41 in Aquarium Filter Accessories
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SPARKLING CLEAR WATER: Our 50 micron filter pad has a dense fiber network to effectively trap fine to extra fine particles floating in your aquarium water to produce sparkling clear water.
CUT TO FIT – This 24 inch by 36 inch by 1/8 inch thick filter pad can easily be cut to size and will save you even more money over purchasing ready-made pre-cut filter media. Our polishing pad can be used in wet/dry filters, sumps, aquaponics systems, and much more.
WATER QUALITY- Place our polishing pad in the path of flowing water to trap large and fine floating particulates. This filter pad is very efficient at trapping very fine particles so regular cleaning of the pad is necessary. It may be used alone or layered with other filter pads such as our Classic or Premium filter pads to extend cleaning time.
HIGH QUALITY AND DURABLE – Our polishing pad is constructed with interwoven polyester fibers making it strong and durable enough to even be cleaned in a washing machine. This pad’s consistent, reliable design gives superior filtration.
Customers say
Customers report that the filter pad makes water crystal clear within 24 hours and works well in fish filters. The product receives positive feedback for its quality, effectiveness in keeping water clean, and ease of rinsing and reusing. While it catches fine particles effectively, some customers mention it clogs quickly. Customers find it well worth the cost.
13 reviews for Aquatic Experts Aquarium Polishing Filter Pad, Water Polishing Pad for Aquarium Filters, Filter Floss for Fish Tank Filters, (50 Micron, 24″ x 36″ – 1 Pack)
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Kodee –
Absolute must have for every aquarium – show quality super clear water. amazing. shocking results.
this stuff is amazing. hands down, the best filter media. originally i was torn between the 100 micron and the 50 micron…i decided on the 100. and i’m so glad! my tank is CRYSTAL CLEAR! just look at the side view from my photos. i love that this just comes in as a giant piece of fabric. i just made a template and cut it….it will last many many moons. i’m using it in a fluval spec V. originally i wanted to go with the original filter media by this company…the stuff they say to use with this filter felt to get the best result. i still may buy that…but really, i’ll probably just use a little polyfill. i was using poly fill originally and it worked okay….it did not work like this. i expect to have to change this every week, maybe two weeks. it’s been just three days and it is already turning colors…i probably wont attempt to rinse and reuse….i want to stay as close to this crystal clear water as possible. super impressed. i do think i have a little reduced flow rate from my pump because of this. i will most likely turn up the pump in my spec V. just haven’t done that yet because i have a betta. i am also contemplating getting the 50 micron. we’ll see. for now i am perfectly content with this. it is definitely more expensive than polyfill. but the result is incredible. and this product is going to last a long time…so glad i bought this. i mean, i honestly can not believe how sparkling clear my water is. this is the water quality i have longed for. before i thought i was just incapable of achieving perfectly clear water like so many people do. but now i am a fish keeping pro.Update: So i get about 1 week of usage out of these pads. but that is without having any additional mechanical filtration in front of the this pad…i am calling it filter felt. which i believe is another term for it. i am using this in a Fluval Spec V….it works amazing well in a fluval spec…just cut to size and placed in the rectangle filter block on top of the sponge. i cut it 1/2 inch longer and that works nicely. it’s a snug fit so no water bypasses the filter felt. i was already anticipating having to change the filter felt pad today or tomorrow….when i got home today i noticed that closed off section that houses the pump for the Spec V had gone way done….about 4-5 inches from the display part of the tanks waterline. that to me is indication to change it….put in a new piece of filter felt pad and the water level immediately went back up. so yes, the longer these pads stay in the filter and accumulate more gunk, the harder it is on your water flow. i have raised the flow rate of the pump all the way up, full blast….this used to be a problem because i have a betta. however, with the filter felt pad and the pump on high it does not bother my betta.my tank remains crystal clear. everyone that comes over comments and says they have never seen a home aquarium as clear as mine….i truly do feel like a fish keeping pro with this filter felt. for me, it was the missing link in my filter. please, if you’re on this fence about this product just buy it and see for yourself. you will be amazed.i am not affiliated with this company. i have never spoken to them. this review is 100% my experience of this product. i truly believe in this product.
Tino Bruno –
Amazing Water Clarity â A Must-Have for Aquarium Owners!
I recently purchased the Aquatic Experts Aquarium Polishing Filter Pad for my aquarium, and I am incredibly impressed with its performance! This product has exceeded my expectations in improving the clarity of my tank water. Hereâs why Iâm giving it a 5-star review:1. Exceptional Water Clarity:This filter pad is truly effective at polishing the water and removing fine particles. My aquarium water has never been clearer! After just a few days of use, I noticed a significant difference in the overall water quality â itâs crystal clear, and I can now see my fish and decorations in stunning detail.2. Easy to Use:The pad is simple to install in my filter, and it fits perfectly in the compartment. Itâs as easy as replacing any other filter media, but the results are far more noticeable. I love how hassle-free it is to achieve such a clean and polished aquarium.3. Great for Reducing Cloudiness:If youâve ever struggled with cloudy water caused by fine debris or excess organics, this pad is a game-changer. It does an excellent job of trapping those tiny particles that regular filter media canât catch, resulting in noticeably clearer water. My tank looks healthier, and my fish seem to be thriving.4. Durable and Long-Lasting:Iâve been using this filter pad for a couple of weeks now, and itâs holding up really well. Itâs durable and doesnât break down quickly like some other polishing pads Iâve tried in the past. I expect it to last quite a while, providing great value for money.5. Compatible with Various Filters:The best part about this pad is its versatility. It works perfectly with my canister filter, but Iâm confident it would work just as well in other types of aquarium filters. Itâs designed to be flexible, so you can cut it to fit your specific filter model if needed.6. Improves Overall Water Quality:Beyond just clarity, Iâve noticed that the water quality in my tank has improved in terms of overall health. It helps reduce fine debris, excess nutrients, and even minor debris buildup, making the tank healthier for my fish and plants.Final Thoughts:If youâre an aquarium owner who values pristine water quality, this Aquatic Experts Aquarium Polishing Filter Pad is an absolute must-have. Itâs easy to use, highly effective, and delivers fantastic results in a short amount of time. My aquarium has never looked better!ð§ Highly recommend! Five stars for clear, clean, and healthy aquarium water!
cathy vansickle –
Works great!
Amazing! Not only did it clear up my wYer, it was so easy to clean.
Debra S White –
Great stuff, works fantastic
This polishing pad works great! I set up a new aquarium and wanted to use Fluval Bio Statum volcanic soil but was afraid of how long it would take for it to settle and have clear water. I decided to add this polishing pad to the bottom of my filtering system before the filtered water was output to my tank. Within 12 hours my water went from cloudy to crystal clear. I decided to change the pad and was pleasantly surprised to see why, all the volcanic dust was trapped in the pad! I just pulled it out, threw it away and added another clean piece going forward. I’m sure my tank would have taken days to clear if it weren’t for this polishing pad. I currently have both filter holes of my Fluval Spec V tank filled with the ceramic media but I’m thinking I might also try adding the Aquatic Filter First media in one of the spaces.
Benjamin Sullivan –
Filters
My Ice bath is looking pretty crisp and clear
Daniel Navarro –
Clean Water
Does a fantastic job of polishing the water. I prefer this over filter floss because it takes up much less space and works just as well.
Nyx Ravenshade –
Amazing Quality! Customer for life!
Iâm not sponsored nor did I receive any of these products for free, but I absolutely love this brandâs quality products! This was the first thing I tried from them and since then I went on to purchase their filter first and loose carbon as well, and I have not been disappointed! The rolls are hefty and you get a lot of material for the cost! Itâs a thin pad but thatâs because itâs meant to be used with the filter first so I can excuse its thinness. Itâs also great by itself just gets dirty quicker, HOWEVER theyâre RE USEABLE which is AMAZING. All you have to do is rinse them under the tap then theyâre clean and ready to go again. I will never buy another brand now that Iâve found them!
Cody W. –
Excellent Quality
Excellent quality!
Shopaholic –
These are great. I use these pads (I cut them down to size) on my reef tanks. I love this product so much that I bought the three pack. Itâs the last line of filtration in my AIO tanks. Next I plan on trying out their charcoal pads. A++
Erwin –
The big difference between this and other brands is that Aquatic Experts treats one side of the filter pad to reduce the chance of strands of the filter media coming loose. For other brands, you will annoyingly see strands of the filter media in your fish tank from time to time.Because the texture of the treated/untreated side is different, its easy to place the filter pad in the correct “direction”.This means that this filter pad will last longer and can be reused a few times. I cut extra pads for my filter. When its time to change, I put in the newly cut pads into the canister and rinse the dirty pads and then soak them in a bleach solution which releases the dirt.With sufficient pre-filtering with fine filter wool, the pad has no problems lasting for 1 month+ (not sure why some reviews say theirs lasted only 2 weeks – not enough pre-filtering?)
mark y. –
as expected .. good quality aquarium filter materials
Stan Bade –
This Aquarium Polishing Filter Pad works perfectly.It is bit pricey.
Doo –
I used this filter material in the filter of my tropical freshwater aquarium. I had a problem with green water algae infestation and after 5 days of use it had not made any difference. I then added a flocculant to the water and within a day the suspended algae had gone.Its good quality material but over priced especially as it does not filter as efficiently as the manufacturer claims.