Description
xMeet EHEIM Substrat Pro: Biological Filter Media for Consistent Aquarium Filtration
EHEIM Substrat Pro is crafted from highly porous, artificial sintered glass, delivering an open structure that encourages water to pass through gently while creating ample surface area for beneficial life in your filter. The result is a filtration media that blends into the rhythm of daily tank care, helping you maintain a clean and balanced aquatic environment without constant maintenance handoffs.
Key benefits at a glance
- Sintered pearl-shaped glass with a notable open structure supports steady water penetration and filtration performance.
- Impressive surface area—about 1800 sq ft per gallon—providing ample space for microbe colonization and efficient nutrient processing.
- Longer maintenance intervals possible: reuse with gentle rinsing and staggered replacement to fit your schedule.
- Designed for compatibility with all EHEIM filters (Classic, Ecco, Pro 3, Pro 3e), simplifying upgrades and maintenance.
How to use and maintain Substrat Pro
- Rinse lightly with aquarium water to reuse for 1 to 3 months between cleanings.
- Replace the media every 3 to 6 months to preserve filtration effectiveness and flow.
In real-world tanks, Substrat Pro helps create a stable filtration core that supports clear water and reliable flow. It’s a practical option for hobbyists who value a maintenance rhythm that aligns with their routine, rather than a fixed schedule. The 2-liter package provides enough media to cover a range of standard filter configurations, and the glass material adds a tangible sense of durability and consistency to your filtration setup.
Why consider Substrat Pro for your aquarium?
Beyond its porosity and surface area, this media’s design aims to optimize water throughflow within the filter housing. The combination of open structure and robust surface area can foster beneficial colony establishment while enabling you to plan maintenance around your preferences rather than reactive care. Always follow your specific tank needs and filtration guidance when integrating new media into your system.
FAQ
Q: What are EHEIM Substrat Pro media made from?
A: Sintered glass with high porosity and large surface area supports filtration.
Q: How often should Substrat Pro be rinsed or replaced?
A: Rinse lightly with aquarium water every 1–3 months; replace every 3–6 months.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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