{"product_id":"brightwell-microbacter7-500ml","title":"Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter7 – 500mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrightwell MicroBacter7\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete bioculture designed to help establish biological filtration and improve water quality in freshwater and marine aquariums. This beneficial bacteria supplement helps support the breakdown of organic waste, improves aquarium stability, and assists with maintaining a healthier aquatic environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicroBacter7 is useful for new aquarium setups, established tanks, quarantine systems, tanks with increased bioload, and aquariums recovering from filter maintenance, media changes, or biological disruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete bioculture for freshwater and marine aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps establish and maintain biological filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports improved water quality and aquarium stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps break down organic waste and excess nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for new tanks, established aquariums, and quarantine systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful after filter cleaning, media changes, or adding new livestock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used in freshwater, planted, shrimp, cichlid, marine, and reef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500mL bottle provides a larger size for routine maintenance or multiple aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew aquarium cycling support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshwater community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted tanks and shrimp tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCichlid aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine and reef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter filter maintenance or media changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen adding new fish or increasing bioload\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuarantine and holding systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake well before use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix the appropriate amount of MicroBacter7 with aquarium water in a clean container before adding it to the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Nutrient Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dose 5mL per 50 US gallons once weekly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaily Maintenance Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dose 1mL per 50 US gallons daily, or 1mL per 25 US gallons every other day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBioload Increase \/ Filter Changes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dose 1mL per 25 US gallons daily for one week, then resume maintenance dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarine Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turn off protein skimmer and UV sterilizer for 4 hours after dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brightwell recommends not exceeding 1mL per 25 US gallons per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brightwell Aquatics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e MicroBacter7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500mL \/ 17 fl oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater and marine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beneficial bacteria supplement \/ complete bioculture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does Brightwell MicroBacter7 do?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicroBacter7 adds beneficial bacteria to help establish and maintain biological filtration, support waste breakdown, and improve aquarium water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan MicroBacter7 be used in freshwater aquariums?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. MicroBacter7 can be used in freshwater and marine aquariums, including planted tanks, shrimp tanks, cichlid tanks, and community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs MicroBacter7 good for cycling a new tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. MicroBacter7 can help support the establishment of biological filtration in new aquariums, but water should still be tested regularly for ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen should I use MicroBacter7?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it when starting a new aquarium, after filter maintenance, after changing filter media, when adding new livestock, after increasing bioload, or as part of routine aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs MicroBacter7 safe for shrimp and plants?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It can be used in planted aquariums and shrimp tanks when dosed as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes MicroBacter7 replace water changes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. MicroBacter7 supports biological filtration and water quality, but regular water changes, filter maintenance, proper feeding, and water testing are still important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I overdose MicroBacter7?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrightwell recommends not exceeding 1mL per 25 gallons per day. Overdosing bacterial products may cause temporary cloudiness or reduced oxygen levels in some aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShould I turn off UV when using MicroBacter7?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, turn off UV sterilizers for several hours after dosing so the bacteria can settle into the aquarium system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is intended for ornamental aquarium use only. 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