Brightwell Aquatics Xport BIO Brick
Brightwell Aquatics Xport BIO Brick
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Brightwell Aquatics Xport BIO Brick
Overview
Brightwell Aquatics Xport BIO Brick is an ultra-porous biological filtration brick designed to provide exceptional surface area for both nitrifying and denitrifying bacteria. Engineered using Brightwell’s NanoIntelex technology and doped with aragonite, it ensures optimal bacterial colonization, enhances biological stability, and helps maintain proper pH levels. The brick’s structure supports complete nitrogen cycling—converting ammonia to nitrite, nitrate, and ultimately nitrogen gas—making it an ideal choice for marine, reef, pond, and hard freshwater systems.
Key Features
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Extremely high surface area for efficient biological filtration
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Supports both aerobic and anaerobic bacterial growth for complete nitrogen cycling
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Doped with aragonite to buffer pH and prevent acid buildup in bacterial zones
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Helps reduce ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, and phosphate for superior water quality
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Suitable for marine, reef, pond, and hard freshwater environments
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Works as a primary or supplemental filtration medium
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Non-toxic and inert, will not leach silicates, phosphates, or heavy metals
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Ideal for use in sumps, refugiums, or large filter chambers
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Compatible with Brightwell bacterial products like MicroBacter7, MicroBacter Clean, or MicroBacter Start for faster seeding
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Brightwell Aquatics Xport BIO Brick |
| Media Type | Ultra-porous ceramic biological filtration brick |
| Technology | NanoIntelex high-surface-area ceramic structure |
| Approx. Dimensions | ~9" × 4.5" × 2.5" (hand-cast; size may vary slightly) |
| Surface Area | Up to 71,000 sq. ft. per liter; ~100,000 sq. ft. per brick |
| Recommended Capacity | 1 brick per 1,000 US gallons (3,800 L); adjust for bioload |
| Suitable Systems | Marine, reef, pond, and hard freshwater aquariums (pH ≥ 7.5) |
| Primary Function | Supports nitrification and partial denitrification for balanced nitrogen cycling |
| Secondary Function | Helps reduce phosphate and dissolved organics |
| Composition | High-porosity ceramic media doped with aragonite |
| Placement | Sump, filter chamber, or low- to moderate-flow areas |
| Seeding Recommendation | Pre-soak in tank water with bacterial supplement for 12–24 hours before use |
| Maintenance | Rinse gently in aquarium water; avoid high-pressure cleaning or chlorinated water |
| Lifespan | Indefinite with proper care |
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