{"title":"Bakki Shower Media","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"momotaro-bacteria-house-filter-media","title":"Momotaro Bacteria House Filter Media","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e This is the Authentic Bacteria House filter media from Japan.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMomotaro filter media is sold in 10lb increments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer recommended rate: 10lbs (4.5 KG) per 500 gallons of pond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 5 pcs of media per 10lbs (4.5 KG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedia Dimensions ~3\" diameter and 15\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be cut into smaller pieces to fit your application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImported from Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplicates ecosystem of the Ashi River\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic cylinders with a porous surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides ideal conditions for good bacteria to colonize\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimply place in the pond where there is moving water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASE: This filter media is very fragile. While every precaution is taken during shipping preparation to ensure safe arrival, you can almost expect that these will have cracks in them. Of course, this will not impact the effectiveness of the filter media, only the aesthetics. No refunds or replacements will be offered for cracked media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePond owners will notice improved water quality and increased fish vigor shortly after the implementation of the world-famous Bacteria House filter media by Momotaro Koi Farm in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBacteria House filter media is versatile!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd to pond wherever water flows. Can be submerged or combined with other filter media. Also great for use in shower towers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended placement in ponds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Under waterfalls or in streams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In filter or settling chamber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Inside skimmer or waterfall box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Around airstones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTECHNICAL INFORMATION:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacteria House ceramic filter media is heat-treated at 1300° C for 60+ hours. This method of extreme heat conditioning causes the ceramic media to break its internal bonds; in doing so, creates an exceptionally porous structure with the increased surface area for very large bacteria populations to colonize within the expanded spaces. In addition, with the massive amount of voids or holes, mechanical filtration is also achieved. Large organic solids and decaying matter are degraded very quickly all without the blockage that generally occurs with other filter media products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the key elements of the Bacteria House filter media is that it reacts in a seemingly electrostatic manner with any floating organic material in the water column causing an increase in adhesion rate, thus creating clean clear water quickly and effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bacteria House filter media emits FAR infrared rays that allow higher levels of oxygen to dissolve in the pond water. FAR infrared rays such as those produced by the Bacteria House filter media and those discovered in natural springs have been shown to possess significant health benefits. Another benefit of the media is its ability to effectively de-gas koi pond water which lightens the load on the bio-mass and making the system less KH consuming than conventional filtration. Another significant benefit of the Momotaro Bacteria House filter media is its innate ability to bounce back following a power outage or a medication treatment. Live nitrifying bacteria grow and reproduce very quickly on this amazing filter media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMomotaro tested every available media, submerged, and then in Bakki Showers. They weren't just looking for good water parameters, but also for the best growth, and quality of the Koi. Their findings were, that Bacteria House submerged, outperformed all of the other media. But, when Showered, Bacteria House came into its own, as it gave even better results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey also found that Bacteria House media was the only media that worked in the Showers and that every kind of plastic media that they tried, couldn't maintain biomass in the Showered configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeveloped with Passion:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacteria House filter media is a ceramic product that was developed in Japan following over six years of research by Mr. Michio Maeda, president of the Momotaro Koi Farm. Mr. Maeda yearned to create an ideal environment for which to raise his koi. 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This economical filter medium is a great alternative to the more expensive Momotaro Bacteria House Filter Media or Ceramedia - at a fraction of the cost without sacrificing performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt very quickly wicks water up into the full length of the media, and then retains that water quite well. Once it's full it weighs about 3-4 times as much as when it is dry. Contributing to its great de-nitrification capabilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece is approximately 6.25\" long by 1.5\" diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ABSOLUTE BEST bio media available for the price!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade of long-lasting, highly porous ceramic material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH neutral - Suitable for both freshwater and saltwater filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffectively accelerates microorganism development; Removes ammonia \u0026amp; nitrites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 X more effective than normal filtration media by cultivating beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooked at extremely high temperatures leaving behind a highly porous structure that provides an optimal environment for aerobic and anaerobic beneficial bacteria to colonize and thrive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use in Bakki showers, Trickle filters, shower filters, sumps, tanks, and other filterers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Size Options available: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.05 Cubic Feet- Small\u003cspan\u003e Bacteria House Media Bakki Shower H-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 0.5 Cubic Feet. Comes in a box of approximately 12\"x12\"x8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach box contains approximately 49 pcs of media inside the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.6 Cubic Feet - Large Bacteria House Media Bakki Shower Media H-1 Master box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 1.5-1.6 Cubic Feet. Comes in a box of approximately 22.5\"x17.5\"x8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach box contains approximately 154 pcs of media inside the box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Shape Options available: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare - great for stacking media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant: Each box will be hand-packed before leaving. 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While every precaution is taken during shipping preparation to ensure safe arrival, you can almost expect that these will have cracks in them. Of course, this will not impact the effectiveness of the filter media, only the aesthetics. 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This results in exceptional ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate reduction and crystal-clear, healthy water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1078\" data-start=\"880\"\u003eThis media is extremely lightweight, porous, and efficient — but also very fragile. While each box is carefully hand-packed, breakage during transport is possible and not guaranteed against.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1195\" data-start=\"1080\"\u003eSold ONLY by the master box (16 pieces).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1195\" data-start=\"1080\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1195\" data-start=\"1127\"\u003eShipping is NOT included and no free shipping due to large size.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1195\" data-start=\"1080\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1751\" data-start=\"1720\"\u003eIndividual Media Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1799\" data-start=\"1752\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1774\" data-start=\"1752\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1774\" data-start=\"1754\"\u003eLength: ~9.75″\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1799\" data-start=\"1775\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1799\" data-start=\"1777\"\u003eDiameter: ~3.25″\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sea Side Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44031009488966,"sku":"XLMASTER","price":165.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1287\/3545\/files\/9408-large_default.jpg?v=1762119642"},{"product_id":"nishikigoi-wakimizu-bakki-shower-media","title":"Nishikigoi Wakimizu Bakki Shower Media","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNishikigoi Wakimizu Bakki Shower Media\u003c\/strong\u003e is the biological filter media that loads the trays of a Wakimizu Bakki shower. As oxygen-rich pond water trickles down through the media, a huge population of beneficial bacteria colonizes every surface and converts dissolved wastes, ammonia and nitrite, into harmless nitrate. Choose the media that fits how you run your shower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #0B63A7; margin-top: 32px;\"\u003eTwo Media Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWakimizu Media\u003c\/strong\u003e (100-piece box) — the standard high-surface-area media for the Nishikigoi Wakimizu Bakki showers. Sold by the 100-piece box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNishikigoi Spiral House Media\u003c\/strong\u003e (30-piece box) — a spiral-form media that packs a large amount of biological surface area into each piece. Sold by the 30-piece box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are designed to sit in the open-air trays of a Bakki shower, where constant oxygen exposure lets nitrifying bacteria work at full speed. Select your media from the Type option above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #0B63A7; margin-top: 32px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich media should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth work in any Wakimizu Bakki shower. The Wakimizu Media (100-piece box) is the standard choice; the Spiral House Media (30-piece box) offers a different form factor with generous surface area per piece. Many keepers run a combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much media do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt depends on the width of your shower and how many trays you are filling. If you are not sure, tell us your shower model and we will help you work out the quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes a Bakki shower come with media?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Showers and media are sold separately so you can load the trays to suit your pond. 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