What is a Rollermat?

What is a Rollermat?

With the Theiling Rollermat it will automatically unroll fresh new fleece to trap and collect free-floating debris and detritus from your aquarium. Usually, anyone that runs filter socks in their sump will have a few handfuls of socks laying around that need to be cleaned and can take up quite a bit of space.

How does an algae scrubber work?

An algae scrubber filters water by moving water rapidly over a rough, highly illuminated surface, which causes algae to start growing in large amounts. As the algae grow, they consume nutrients such as nitrate, phosphate, nitrite, ammonia, ammonium and even metals such as copper from the water.

How do algae filters work?

How much flow does a algae scrubber need?

The most common rule of thumb that I have found is to have a minimum of 35 GPH for each inch of screen width that you have. If you have a screen that is 9 inches wide, then you will need 315 GPH of flow getting to the screen (9 inches X 35 GPH = 315 GHP). Keep in mind; this is the minimum flow that you should aim for.

How do algae scrubbers work?

How long does it take for algae scrubber to work?

We know algae scrubbing isn’t an instant fix. How quickly will the typical reef aquarium respond to a properly-sized scrubber? If the goal is just to help reduce nutrients and glass cleaning, then a scrubber should be of help as soon as it gets growing good, which is usually 1 to 3 weeks.

What is the theiling roller mat?

The Theiling Roller Mat is a new spin, on a tried and true filtration method. Sorry, I couldn’t resist, as the roller mat’s selling point is that it automatically spins, replacing debris laden cotton fabric with clean fabric.

How does a roller mat water purifier work?

Water flows into the unit’s bottom, and begins filling the roller mat’s chamber. In order to reach the exit, water must pass over a large cylinder wrapped in filter fleece. In doing so, any suspended debris is removed, before water flows out the overflow and back into the tank.

What type of water flow do I need for my Roller mat?

Theiling, and the roller mat’s sole U.S. distributor Bulk Reef Supply, both recommend a gravity flow, as the most effective option. It’s important to remember, that the max flow rate for water entering the roller mat, is 600 gallons per hour.

Is the roller mat worth it for your aquarium?

If you’re particular about sediment floating through your aquarium water, and not a fan of cleaning and maintaining filter socks, the roller mat is certainly worth a look. While the unit comes pre-installed with your first role of media, out of curiosity, I removed this and re-installed it, just to see how tough (or easy it was).