AquaClear Activated Carbon Aquarium Filter Insert, 261 g for 227–416 L

AquaClear Activated Carbon Filter Insert is a replacement aquarium filter media insert with 9.2 oz (261 g) of activated carbon, made to support aquarium water filtration.

• Research-grade, low-ash activated carbon with a porous structure and extensive surface area — absorbs impurities from aquarium water.
• For 60–110 gallon aquariums (227–416 L), in freshwater or saltwater — suits the tank range and water types given for this insert.
• Helps improve water clarity and color while removing odors — addresses common changes in aquarium water appearance and smell.
• Remove during medication treatments and use carefully in aquariums with live plants — supports informed filter-media use.
• One insert per pack; replace every 4 weeks for optimal performance — provides a clear refill quantity and schedule.

When aquarium water develops odors, discoloration, or visible impurities, activated carbon media offers a filtration option for routine tank care. This insert is intended for use in a compatible power filter, rather than as a standalone treatment. Its stated use covers both freshwater and saltwater setups within the listed aquarium capacity, with specific handling guidance for medication treatments and planted aquariums.

Which filter does this AquaClear carbon insert fit?

It is designed exclusively for the AquaClear 110 Power Filter. The insert is replacement media for that filter, so it is intended for owners using the AquaClear 110 rather than a general-purpose refill for other filter models. The 9.2 oz quantity provides the activated carbon media in a single insert.

• Filter compatibility: AquaClear 110 Power Filter only.
• Product type: replacement activated carbon insert.

What does the activated carbon do in an aquarium?

The carbon absorbs impurities, helping improve water clarity and color and remove odors. Its porous structure provides extensive surface area for this absorption. The insert is made for freshwater and saltwater aquariums in the 60–110 gallon range, giving aquarium keepers a defined capacity to compare with their tank.

• Research-grade, low-ash activated carbon.
• Designed for aquarium water filtration and clarification.

How often should I replace the insert, and when should I remove it?

Replace the AquaClear Activated Carbon Filter Insert every 4 weeks for optimal performance. Remove it during medication treatments, and use it carefully in aquariums with live plants. The pack contains one insert, making the stated replacement interval straightforward to plan for.

• Medication treatments: remove the carbon insert.
• Live plants: use the insert carefully.

This insert suits aquarium keepers with an AquaClear 110 Power Filter who want carbon media for freshwater or saltwater tanks in the stated capacity range. It is a single replacement insert with a four-week replacement interval and clear guidance for medication use and planted aquariums.