Stopping activated carbon use

[Twinbot]

I'm in the process of phasing out the use of activated carbon. Based upon most of the information I've acquired from this and other boards, it would seem that it isn't really needed in an established tank with the exception of removing medications.

I'm replacing all filter cartridges with simple filter pads. Any other suggestions?

 

[tetra girl]

sounds fine to me!

 

[Somonas]

Yeah me too.
It is unlikely your carbon is the only surface that contains biological bacteria.

 

[Jawz]

yeh i dropped the cabon threw some crushed lava rock, not much change

 

[uncutbulldog]

people always say that activated carbon is not needed in an established tank. But I keep mine in. You never know what could get into your tank. I have 2 kids running around. Plus you never know what your putting in your tank from your hands, new decorations, ect....