{"product_id":"fluval-ac50-zeo-carb","title":"Fluval AC50 Zeo-Carb","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFluval AquaClear Zeo-Carb\u003c\/strong\u003e is a two-in-one replacement insert for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-aquaclear-ac-series-aquarium-filters\"\u003eAquaClear 50 (AC50) power filter\u003c\/a\u003e. It combines activated carbon, which pulls out odors, discoloration, and dissolved organics, with natural zeolite, which absorbs toxic ammonia. Together they polish the water and take the stress off your fish, making it a great choice for newly set up or heavily stocked tanks. Because it contains zeolite, Zeo-Carb is a \u003cstrong\u003efreshwater\u003c\/strong\u003e media. Formerly sold as AquaClear Zeo-Carb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer to run the media separately? Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-ac50-active-carbon-insert\"\u003eActivated Carbon\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-ac50-ammonia-remover-insert\"\u003eAmmonia Remover\u003c\/a\u003e inserts on their own, or pair Zeo-Carb with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-ac50-biofoam-filter-insert\"\u003eBioFoam\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse everything in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/filter-media-cartridges\"\u003eFilter Media \u0026amp; Cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo media in one: activated carbon plus ammonia-absorbing zeolite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves odors, discoloration, and dissolved organics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsorbs toxic ammonia to reduce fish stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for new tanks, heavily stocked tanks, and ammonia spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom-cut insert drops straight into the AquaClear 50 \/ Fluval AC50 media basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater media (zeolite does not remove ammonia in saltwater)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse the insert, then set it in the AquaClear media basket above the foam. It starts working right away and is most useful while a tank is cycling or when the bioload is high. Both the carbon and the zeolite gradually exhaust, so replace the insert about every three to four weeks, or sooner if odors or ammonia return. Remove it while dosing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/medication\"\u003emedications\u003c\/a\u003e, since the carbon will adsorb them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAquaClear Zeo-Carb AC50 (formerly AquaClear Zeo-Carb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMedia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eActivated carbon + natural zeolite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRemoves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eOdors, discoloration, dissolved organics, and ammonia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAquaClear 50 \/ Fluval AC50 hang-on-back filter (20 to 50 gallon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e3.2 oz (90 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFluval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-aquaclear-ac-series-aquarium-filters\"\u003eAquaClear \/ Fluval AC50 power filter\u003c\/a\u003e, the filter this insert fits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-ac50-active-carbon-insert\"\u003eAquaClear AC50 Activated Carbon\u003c\/a\u003e for standalone chemical filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-ac50-ammonia-remover-insert\"\u003eAquaClear AC50 Ammonia Remover\u003c\/a\u003e for standalone ammonia control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-ac50-biofoam-filter-insert\"\u003eAquaClear AC50 BioFoam\u003c\/a\u003e for mechanical and biological filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich filter does this fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The AquaClear 50 (also sold as the Fluval AC50), rated for 20 to 50 gallon aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The zeolite half only removes ammonia in freshwater, so use Zeo-Carb in freshwater tanks. For saltwater, run plain Activated Carbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I replace it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Every three to four weeks, or sooner in a new or crowded tank once odors or ammonia return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZeo-Carb or separate carbon and ammonia remover?\u003c\/strong\u003e Zeo-Carb is the convenient all-in-one; running the two media separately lets you dial in exactly how much of each you use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48931495903451,"sku":"19652","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_6f0e27e2-04d6-4752-a65b-13a6138434a5.jpg?v=1782933093","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-ac50-zeo-carb","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}