Ferts And Carbon

[Haveagojoe]

Will carbon in a filter have a negative effect on ferts in the water, I know if your dosing meds you should remove any carbon in the filter so does the same apply when adding ferts.

 

[ian]

it's negligible Joe, i use carbon in my filters all the time. Carbon is actually quite a good means of filtration in a planted tank.

 

[stu40]

Good In what way?
(question not accusation

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[ian]

it removes a lot of organic waste produced by plants. I use Purigen now for those properties as it lasts longer, but always have carbon running in my filter as well.

 

[Haveagojoe]

I use purigen as well thanks for the advise ian you know I value your knowledge