Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM 500ml Bacteria for Fresh and Saltwater Aquariums

Product Description ------------------- Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM Experience a new level of aquarium care with Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM – the ultimate solution for achieving a balanced and thriving aquatic environment. Our concentrated formula is designed to establish a new nitrogen cycle or boost an impaired one, ensuring the rapid establishment of biological filtration and creating a stable habitat for your aquatic companions. It’s particularly useful for new startups, resulting in tank cycling in 7 days in most cases. Also useful in emergencies or after medications to re-establish damaged bacteria beds. This advanced blend works effectively to break down nitrogenous waste, keeping your aquarium water pristine. It is meticulously formulated to enhance water quality and eliminate ammonia and nitrite spikes. Whether you're setting up a new tank or maintaining an established one, MicroBacter Start XLM is your go-to solution. Its versatility extends to marine and brackish aquariums, providing powerful support for a diverse range of aquatic environments. FEATURES AT A GLANCE Super concentrated 15x strength formula Useful for rapidly re-establishing nitrification bacteria in case of an emergency Usually cycles in 7 days Ideal in aquaria with high population densities and when adding new fish Best used post-cleaning of rocks and surfaces or after use of medication Prevents “New Tank Syndrome” Supplied in a proprietary base for maximum longevity Formulated utilizing extensive data compiled by microbiologists AMERICAN-MADE EXCELLENCE Trust in the quality and excellence of Brightwell Aquatics, an industry-leading brand committed to providing innovative and scientifically backed aquatic care products. Made in the USA, we consistently strive to deliver advanced superior quality solutions to elevate the vibrancy and of your aquarium. Directions ---------- Important: First, use Brightwell Erase-Cl to completely remove chloramines and chlorine from tap water. Chloramine and chlorine are lethal to the bacteria in this product and if not removed, will cause it to fail! Shake product vigorously immediately before using. Add the appropriate volume of MicroBacter-StartXLM (see below) to the aquarium in an area of high flow to promote dispersion. Do not use “live sand” or “dry seeded artificial live rock” until cycling with this product is complete for several weeks! (In fact, Brightwell recommends that you do not use dry seeded artificial "live rock" ever. The best choices are aquacultured live rock, rock from the ocean, naturally cycled artificial rock sold wet, unseeded dry artificial rock, dry florida aragonite, other natural aragonite, marco rock and the like. Any rock that already contains a bacteria and is dry, will damage the cycling and in our experience takes too long to cycle and cycles the wrong ents - it will not properly cycle ammonia because it is the wrong species of bacteria). To seed Biological Filtration in new aquaria: Add 30 ml (6 capfuls) of MicroBacter-StartXLM per 25 US-gallons (95 L) of aquarium water. Add one or more hardy fish. Remove filter socks, turn UV-sterilization and/or ozonation and/or protein skimmer off for the complete period of cycling until you are finished dosing this product. Test ammonia and nitrite levels daily or as needed, if either are above .2 ppm, then you can dose MicroBacter-StartXLM again at a lower dose of 10 ml per 25 US-gallons, if desired. At 7 days or longer, Tank is cycled if, and only if, both ammonia and nitrite levels are zero and nitrate is well above zero. If either ammonia or nitrite levels are above zero, then the tank is not yet fully cycled and you should not add fish. If the nitrate is not above zero (at least .25 ppm), then tank is not yet fully cycled and you should not add fish. To replace bacteria killed by extensive cleaning of substrates and surfaces: Add 10 to 30 ml per 25 US-gallons (95 L) depending on perceived damage to filter bed, and ammonia level. To replace bacteria killed by medications, overcrowding or emergencies: Add 30 ml per 25 US-gallons (95 L) depending on perceived damage to filter bed. Then add 5 ml per half hour until ammonia levels come down. To perform a Fishless Cycle: Purchase a bottle of Brightwell Aquarium Reagents MicroBacter QuikCycl to use simultaneously with this product, MicroBacter-StartXLM according to the QuikCycl label. Fishless cycling requires both products to be used together. This product will provide the bacteria and the QuikCycl will provide the ents. Ongoing care after the aquarium is cycled: To provide ongoing biological stability to a cycled aquarium: Switch to MicroBacter Clean after tank is fully cycled and one week has elapsed. This will greatly reduce problems during the "ugly stage." At that point, you can add Reef BioFuel to provide a carbon source for the MicroBacter Clean, if desired.

• HIGH-POWER TANK WATER STARTER – MicroBacter Start XLM is a powerful 15x concentrated blend designed to kickstart biological filtration in new and existing saltwater aquariums. It enhances water quality, providing a flourishing underwater environment with live, non-pathogenic microbes.
• RAPID WATER CYCLING – Optimize your aquarium’s swiftly with this fast-acting supplement. Quickly accelerate the tank's beneficial nitrifying bacteria colonization rates for balance and stability in just 7 days in most cases. It’s the ideal solution when time is crucial.
• FOR HIGH-DENSITY AQUARIUMS – A scientifically blended formula that assists crowded tanks and effectively reduces ammonia and nitrite levels, all while supporting population density. Supplied in a proprietary base, providing maximum longevity in shipping and in your aquatic ecosystem. Shelf stable for over a year at room temperature.
• ADVANCED TANK RECOVERY – Perfect for all levels of aquarium enthusiasts and compatible with various sand and rock substrates. Also best used post-cleaning or after use of medications. This solution accelerates the re-establishment rate of fish tank bacteria, after upsets, ensuring your fish thrive.
• AMERICAN-MADE EXCELLENCE – Brightwell Aquatics is an industry-leading brand committed to providing innovative and scientifically backed aquatic care products. Made in the USA, we consistently deliver advanced superior quality solutions to elevate the vibrancy and of your aquarium.