{"product_id":"chemi-pure-boyd-filter-media-carbon","title":"Chemi-pure","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .aq-pd { font-family: Georgia, serif; color: #1a1a1a; max-width: 860px; margin: 0 auto; line-height: 1.7; }\n  .aq-pd h2 { font-size: 1.45em; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: -0.01em; border-left: 4px solid #1E88E5; padding-left: 12px; margin: 2em 0 0.6em; }\n  .aq-pd h3 { font-size: 1.05em; font-weight: 700; margin: 1.2em 0 0.4em; color: #1E88E5; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.06em; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; }\n  .aq-pd p { margin: 0.5em 0 1em; }\n  .aq-callout { background: #1a1a1a; color: #fff; border-radius: 4px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 1.6em 0; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 0.93em; line-height: 1.6; }\n  .aq-callout strong { color: #f5c518; }\n  .aq-features { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fill, minmax(240px, 1fr)); gap: 14px; margin: 1em 0 1.6em; }\n  .aq-feature-card { background: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; padding: 14px 16px; border-left: 3px solid #1E88E5; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 0.9em; }\n  .aq-feature-card strong { display: block; margin-bottom: 3px; color: #1a1a1a; }\n  .aq-feature-card span { color: #555; }\n  .aq-compare { overflow-x: auto; margin: 1em 0 1.6em; }\n  .aq-compare table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 0.88em; min-width: 520px; }\n  .aq-compare th { background: #1E88E5; color: #fff; padding: 9px 14px; text-align: center; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 0.05em; text-transform: uppercase; }\n  .aq-compare th:first-child { background: #1a1a1a; text-align: left; }\n  .aq-compare td { padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: center; }\n  .aq-compare td:first-child { text-align: left; font-weight: 600; color: #444; background: #fafafa; }\n  .aq-compare tr:nth-child(even) td:not(:first-child) { background: #F1F8FE; }\n  .aq-specs-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 1em; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 0.93em; }\n  .aq-specs-table th { background: #1a1a1a; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 9px 14px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.04em; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.82em; }\n  .aq-specs-table td { padding: 8px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e5e5; vertical-align: top; }\n  .aq-specs-table tr:nth-child(even) td { background: #f9f9f9; }\n  .aq-specs-table td:first-child { font-weight: 600; width: 45%; color: #444; }\n  .aq-tab-radio { display: none; }\n  .aq-tab-labels { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 8px; margin: 1.4em 0 0; }\n  .aq-tab-label { display: inline-block; padding: 10px 22px; border: 2px solid #1E88E5; background: #fff; color: #1E88E5; font-weight: 700; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 0.9em; cursor: pointer; border-radius: 3px; letter-spacing: 0.04em; transition: background 0.15s, color 0.15s; user-select: none; }\n  .aq-tab-label:hover { background: #BBDEFB; }\n  .aq-tab-panel { display: none; }\n  #aq-tab-05:checked ~ .aq-tab-labels label[for=\"aq-tab-05\"],\n  #aq-tab-10:checked ~ .aq-tab-labels label[for=\"aq-tab-10\"],\n  #aq-tab-40:checked ~ .aq-tab-labels label[for=\"aq-tab-40\"] { background: #1E88E5; color: #fff; }\n  #aq-tab-05:checked ~ .aq-panels #aq-panel-05,\n  #aq-tab-10:checked ~ .aq-panels #aq-panel-10,\n  #aq-tab-40:checked ~ .aq-panels #aq-panel-40 { display: block; }\n  .aq-note { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 0.82em; color: #777; margin-top: -0.5em; font-style: italic; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-pd\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoyd Chemi-pure\u003c\/strong\u003e is the original all-in-one filter media that has kept aquariums crystal clear for over 60 years. It blends premium pelletized activated carbon with ion-exchange resin in a ready-to-use nylon bag, pulling dissolved organics, heavy metals, copper, and phenols out of the water while holding pH steady and constant. It is safe in freshwater, saltwater, and reef tanks, and is a long-time favorite for African cichlids and Discus. Browse the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/filter-media-cartridges\"\u003efilter media and cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aq-callout\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon plus resin in one bag.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every size is built on \u003cstrong\u003eQuickWash Carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e, a 0.08mm extruded pelletized activated carbon with 30 percent more surface area than the original grade. It comes pre-washed, so it rinses clear fast and gets to work right away.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eChemi-pure acts as a chemical absorption filter, ion generator, and exchange unit all at once. The activated carbon adsorbs dissolved organics, odors, and discoloration, while the ion-exchange resin removes toxic heavy metals like copper and stabilizes pH. Because it does not strip beneficial trace elements, it is gentle enough for reef tanks yet powerful enough to keep large freshwater systems sparkling. Drop the sealed bag into your filter, sump, or canister and replace it about every four months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFeatures – All Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aq-features\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon + ion-exchange resin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne bag combines premium activated carbon and resin for clarity and water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuickWash Carbon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-washed pelletized carbon with 30 percent more surface area and far less dust.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRock-steady pH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolds pH in the safe range, perfect for African cichlids and Discus.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemoves toxic elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePulls out copper, phenol, dissolved organics, and discoloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps trace elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes not strip beneficial trace elements, so it is reef-safe.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal clear water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSparkling, odor-free, blue-white clarity that is easy to maintain.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh, salt \u0026amp; reef\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks in every aquarium type, from nano tanks to large systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComes sealed in a nylon bag, no rinsing or measuring required.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eChoose Your Size – Size Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"aq-note\"\u003eSelect a size in the tab section below for the full spec sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aq-compare\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e5 oz\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e10 oz\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003e40 oz Grande\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreats Up To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 oz (141 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 oz (283 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 oz (1134 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnit Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHalf unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne full unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulk Grande\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNano \u0026amp; small tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge tanks \u0026amp; sumps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplace Every\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~4 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~4 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~4 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCP05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCP10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCP40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eDetailed Size Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eClick a size below to view its full specification sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cinput type=\"radio\" class=\"aq-tab-radio\" id=\"aq-tab-05\" name=\"aq-spec-tab\" checked\u003e\n  \u003cinput type=\"radio\" class=\"aq-tab-radio\" id=\"aq-tab-10\" name=\"aq-spec-tab\"\u003e\n  \u003cinput type=\"radio\" class=\"aq-tab-radio\" id=\"aq-tab-40\" name=\"aq-spec-tab\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aq-tab-labels\"\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"aq-tab-05\" class=\"aq-tab-label\"\u003e5 oz · 25 Gal\u003c\/label\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"aq-tab-10\" class=\"aq-tab-label\"\u003e10 oz · 50 Gal\u003c\/label\u003e\n    \u003clabel for=\"aq-tab-40\" class=\"aq-tab-label\"\u003e40 oz · 200 Gal\u003c\/label\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"aq-panels\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-tab-panel\" id=\"aq-panel-05\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e5 oz · Half Unit · Treats 25 Gallons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe compact half unit is sized for nano builds, quarantine tanks, and small community aquariums up to 25 gallons. It is the easy way to keep a desktop or bedroom tank clear without overdosing a small water volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"aq-specs-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCP05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreats Up To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 gallons (95 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 oz (141 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnit Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne half unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuickWash Carbon + ion-exchange resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater, saltwater, reef\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplace Every\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 4 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-tab-panel\" id=\"aq-panel-10\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e10 oz · One Full Unit · Treats 50 Gallons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe full unit is the go-to size for standard community, cichlid, and reef tanks up to 50 gallons. It is the most popular size for everyday hobbyists who want set-and-forget clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"aq-specs-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCP10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreats Up To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 gallons (190 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 oz (283 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnit Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne full unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuickWash Carbon + ion-exchange resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater, saltwater, reef\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplace Every\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 4 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"aq-tab-panel\" id=\"aq-panel-40\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e40 oz Grande · Bulk · Treats 200 Gallons\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Grande bulk jar covers large display tanks, heavily stocked systems, and sumps up to 200 gallons. Split it across multiple media bags or fill a large reactor chamber for the best value per ounce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"aq-specs-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCP40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreats Up To\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 gallons (757 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 oz (1134 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnit Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulk Grande jar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuickWash Carbon + ion-exchange resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater, saltwater, reef\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplace Every\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 4 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhich Size Is Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e covers nano tanks, quarantine setups, and small community aquariums up to 25 gallons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e is the everyday choice for standard 30 to 50 gallon community, cichlid, and reef tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40 oz Grande\u003c\/strong\u003e is the best value for large display tanks, sumps, and multi-tank fish rooms up to 200 gallons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eChemi-pure or Chemi-pure Elite?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eOriginal Chemi-pure focuses on carbon and resin for water clarity, heavy-metal removal, and stable pH. If you also need active phosphate and silicate control to starve nuisance algae, step up to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/chemi-pure-elite-boyd-filter-media\"\u003eChemi-pure Elite\u003c\/a\u003e, which adds GFO to the same proven blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Chemi-pure reef-safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It removes toxins and discoloration without stripping the beneficial trace elements your corals and invertebrates rely on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I replace it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlan on a fresh bag about every four months, or sooner in a heavily stocked tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do I put it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlace the sealed nylon bag anywhere with good water flow: a hang-on-back filter, canister tray, or sump. The more flow through the bag, the better it works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to rinse it first?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA quick rinse under tap water clears any fine dust, but the QuickWash Carbon comes pre-washed so it rinses clear in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Boyd Enterprises","offers":[{"title":"5 oz","offer_id":48837299306715,"sku":"CP05","price":7.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 oz","offer_id":48837299339483,"sku":"CP10","price":11.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 oz","offer_id":48837299372251,"sku":"CP40","price":44.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_74544acb-43b2-4356-a67c-82990c5b15d5.jpg?v=1780491296","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/chemi-pure-boyd-filter-media-carbon","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}