Aquarium Filter Media, Bio Media, Pads & Carbon

Shop aquarium filter media at The Tech Den Australia. Compare biological media, filter wool, sponge pads, activated carbon and specialist resins for canister filters, internal filters, hang-on filters and sumps. The range also includes selected pond media, replacement cartridges, media bags and holders.

Explore filter media by purpose

  • Mechanical filtration: browse filter floss, wool, foam, polishing pads and pre-filter media, including JBL Symec, Bioscape pads, Dymax mats and Eheim replacement pads.
  • Biological filtration: compare Seachem Matrix, Fluval BIOMAX and Bio-FX, Eheim SUBSTRATpro, ceramic rings, MarinePure, Maxspect bio media and Bacteria House rods.
  • Activated carbon and adsorbent resins: explore carbon products, Seachem Purigen, Betapet Macropore and selected Chemi-Pure blends. Check each formula's intended application.
  • Specialist chemical media: browse phosphate, silicate, nitrate, ammonia and copper-management products such as Rowaphos, PhosGuard, Nitrapore and CupriSorb.
  • Replacement pads and cartridges: find model-specific options for Aqua One, Bioscape, Eheim, Fluval and Juwel filters.
  • Media bags and accessories: compare resin bags, fine and coarse mesh bags, filter floss holders, media containers and empty racks.
  • Pond and larger-system media: explore Evolution Aqua K1 and K-Plus, OASE Hel-X, Japanese filter matting and selected bulk biological media.

Choose media for your filter and aquarium

Match media to your freshwater, marine, reef, planted aquarium or pond setup. Mechanical media collects particles, biological media provides surfaces for bacterial colonisation, and chemical media targets particular substances. These roles are not interchangeable, and clear water alone does not confirm suitable water chemistry.

For replacement pads and cartridges, check the exact filter model, part code, dimensions and pack quantity. For loose media, compare basket space, particle size, placement and flow requirements. Specialist media may need a particular setup or application rather than simply being added to any filter.

Select the right media bag and maintenance method

Choose mesh fine enough to retain your media while allowing water to pass through. Small resins such as Purigen and Macropore need a suitably rated resin bag; a coarse bag is not an equivalent substitute. Avoid packing bags so tightly that they restrict flow.

Follow the product and filter instructions for preparation, cleaning, replacement and regeneration. Not every resin or carbon blend can be regenerated in the same way. Check compatibility with medications, plant nutrients and livestock where applicable, and use relevant water tests when selecting targeted chemical media.

Check individual listings for retail or OEM packaging, included media, special orders and pickup restrictions. Selected bulk media carries additional delivery costs; some large sheets and rolls are listed for in-store pickup.

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