Carbon & HLLE

Lance · #1 05-09-2011, 10:34 PM

I've always used the ROX and/or Kent carbons, which are supposedly higher-grade. I've never had a problem with HLLE but I will definitely cut back on the amount of carbon I use, and be sure the reactor is not running with too much flow.

mattdean · #2 05-09-2011, 10:43 PM

I believe the problem stems from not rinsing the carbon well enough. There has been mention of the "dust" being the possible cause, along with the "type" or quality.

Doug · #3 05-09-2011, 10:54 PM

I agree with the dust principle. Said that in the early '90,s. Had several discussions with an American biologist/writer. My results from first hand experience with a certain carbon were the exact same as his with our mature sailfin tangs.

I have never seen a problem with a carbon like Black Diamond however. Never used the stuff you guys mentioned.

Milad · #4 05-09-2011, 11:28 PM

ROX is the ultimate carbon as my previous thread suggested

Doug · #5 05-10-2011, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Milad

ROX is the ultimate carbon as my previous thread suggested

In some opinions.

Raf · #6 05-10-2011, 04:16 PM

that black diamond brand is very dusty....and the API carbon replacement packs are the worst! Rinse Rinse Rinse!

lastlight · #7 05-10-2011, 04:21 PM

I haven't yet used a carbon with as few fines as the ROX. I tap rinse for like 2 - 3 seconds and it's crystal clear coming out of my TLF.