May cause some brief cloudiness depending on water quality
Combines:
Two pH adjusters for buffered effectiveness
Three electrolytes to help maintain osmotic balance
One slime coat ingredient for skin protection and stress reduction
Note: With all pH adjusting products, the alkalinity level (water hardness) should be adjusted to a normal range (100-200 ppm) before any effective and stable pH adjustment can be made.
Make recommended application in several steps to avoid over-adjustment and pH bounce.
Available Sizes
4 fl. oz. (118 mL.) (PHINF04)
8 fl. oz. (236 mL.) (PHINF08)
16 fl. oz. (473 mL.) (PHINF16)
1 gal. (3.785 L.) (PHINFG1)
Cautions
Keep out of the reach of children
Follow directions carefully
Avoid skin or eye contact. If contact happens, flush area thoroughly with cold water
This product is intended for use with all ornamental and aquarium fish but may not be used with fish intended for human consumption.
May cause some brief cloudiness depending on water quality
Combines:
Two pH adjusters for buffered effectiveness
Three electrolytes to help maintain osmotic balance
One slime coat ingredient for skin protection and stress reduction
Note: With all pH adjusting products, the alkalinity level (water hardness) should be adjusted to a normal range (100-200 ppm) before any effective and stable pH adjustment can be made.
Make recommended application in several steps to avoid over-adjustment and pH bounce.
Available Sizes
4 fl. oz. (118 mL.) (PHINF04)
8 fl. oz. (236 mL.) (PHINF08)
16 fl. oz. (473 mL.) (PHINF16)
1 gal. (3.785 L.) (PHINFG1)
Cautions
Keep out of the reach of children
Follow directions carefully
Avoid skin or eye contact. If contact happens, flush area thoroughly with cold water
This product is intended for use with all ornamental and aquarium fish but may not be used with fish intended for human consumption.
A new tank starter for biological cycling and boosting
An organic waste degrader
Naturally stimulates plant growth
Lowers ammonia levels and biologically reduces nitrates
Removes odors and clears cloudy water
Biological maintainer for established tanks
Enhances ability of plants to utilize light, water and nutrients
Breaks down residue on gravel, plants ,rocks, etc.
Breaks down protein foam
These bacteria are compatible with biological filters and UV lights. The UV lights should be turned off for 48-72 hours after the introduction of this product. This will allow the bacteria to progress through their most active growth stage.
MICROBE-LIFT/Special Blend can not neutralize chlorine, chloramine or heavy metals.
MICROBE-LIFT/Special Blend works well with activated carbon and is compatible with copper based products.
Since each bottle of MICROBE-LIFT is grown individually, color variations may exist from bottle to bottle. These variations in color are not indicative of variations in product quality. Any floating particles present are suspended biofilm which slough off the sides of the bottle. Dimpling or expansion of the container is caused by pressure differences resulting from temperature variations due to the fact that the bottle is sealed.
*Saltwater environments - the bacteria in this product will remain effective when used in marine environments with a specific gravity of 1.017 to 1.025. In marine tanks, add the aquarium salt mix and allow the water to circulate for 24 hours, then check and adjust the density. Add the bacteria after the new water has circulated for the 24-hour period.
Saltwater oceans are a highly stable environment with very little fluctuation in pH. The ocean waters dilute fish waste and organic matter. The bacteria in MICROBE-LIFT/Special Blend provides the assistance needed to break down the decaying organic matter and cycle certain elements, e.g. nitrogen and sulfur, etc. which may build up in your tank.
This product is NOT a chemical. It is harmless to humans, animals, fish and plants. Since we cannot control the pre-existing dynamics of individual aquaria, the above information and instructions are subject to many variables. Many situations may be unique in nature.
MICROBE-LIFT/Special Blend has a hydrogen sulfide odor which will dissipate quickly.
Available Sizes:
4 fl. oz. (118 mL.) (SBH04) Treats a 30 gal. tank for 16 weeks.
8 fl. oz. (251 mL.) (SBH08) Treats a 65 gal. tank for 32 weeks.
16 fl. oz. (473 mL.) (SBH16) Treats a 75 gal. tank for 46 weeks.
Caution
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use internally.
If contact is made with open wounds, wash with soap and water.
A Full-function, Buffered, Water Conditioner For Aquariums
MICROBE-LIFT/XTreme is a full-function water conditioner in a single product. It has been formulated to condition new water (instantly "ages"). It should be used when setting up a new pond or aquarium, making water changes, when adding new fishes, invertebrates, amphibians or plants.
Instantly "Ages" Water
Detoxifies Nitrite
Removes Ammonia
Destroys and removes chloramines
Removes Chlorine
Detoxifies heavy metals
Adds a multi-part skin-slime replacer
Adds essential electrolytes
Boosts alkalinity
MICROBE-LIFT/XTreme has been formulated with buffers to help stabilize the treated water's pH and alkalinity (acid-neutralizing capacity). It removes both ammonia and chlorine by chemically reacting with them.
Essential electrolytes not only assist in buffering, but also assist in preventing osmotic shock often caused by new water. MICROBE-LIFT/XTreme detoxifies heavy metals (e.g. copper and lead) by both chelation and precipitation.
Recommendations
Perform regular water changes to keep the alkalinity (acid-neutralizing capacity) and pH stable. Use MICROBE-LIFT/XTreme, at the standard dosage rate, to eliminate and control each measured 1 mg/L, or fraction thereof, of total ammonia (= 0.85 mg/L total ammonia-nitrogen). Use a salicylate (indolphenol) type total ammonia test kit. For dissolved oxygen testing use either a DO meter or an indigo carmine test.
Contraindications
Do not use with permanganate-based or chlorite-based treatments.
Nessler's total ammonia tests will give false, high (or off scale) readings.
Winkler dissolved oxygen tests will give false, low (or zero) readings.
Available Sizes
4 fl. oz. (118 mL.) (XTA04) Treats up to 240 gal. (908 L.)
8 fl. oz. (236 mL.) (XTA08) Treats up to 480 gal. (1,817 L.)
16 fl. oz. (473 mL.) (XTA16) Treats up to 960 gal. (3,633 L.)
Non-toxic to humans, pets and aquatic life.
This product is intended for use with all ornamental aquarium fish. Not for use with fishes or aquatic invertebrates intended for human consumption. This is not a medication or economic poison and is not intended for use as such.
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A blend of all of the essential micronutrients and minerals required by many freshwater fish but which may not be present in all water sources or may be removed in some aquarium filtration systems.
Ingredients
Vitamins:Vitamin A (Acetate), Inositol (B), Thiamine (B-1), Riboflavin (B-2), Pyridoxine H Cl (B-6), Cyanocobalamin (B-12), Ascorbic Acid Sodium Salt (C-L), Vitamin E (Acetate), Biotin (H), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite (K-3), Niacin (B-3).
MICROBE-LIFT/Vitamins & Amino Acids will have no effect on pH, water hardness or alkalinity. Always adjust your tank water's pH separately. If you use ion exchange resins or carbon, carbon filter pads, they will remove important trace minerals.
MICROBE-LIFT/Vitamins & Amino Acids contains no heavy metals, phosphates, silicates, or nitrates.
Available Sizes
4 fl. oz. (118 mL.) (VAAF04) Treats 700 gal. (2,649 L.)
8 fl. oz. (236 mL.) (VAAF08) Treats 1,400 gal. (5,299 L.)
16 fl. oz. (473 mL.) (VAAF16) Treats 2,800 gal. (10,599 L.)
1 gal. (3.785 L.) (VAAFG1) Treats 22,400 gal. (84,793 L.)
Introduces millions of beneficial bacteria into your aquarium ecosystem. The beneficial bacteria work to reduce organic waste on ornaments, gravel and filter systems.
Odor Free
For SALT & FRESH WATER
The bacteria is natural, non-pathogenic and will reduce the organic waste that fish release.
Prevents "new tank syndrome"
Helps to eliminate ammonia and nitrate
Provides rapid reduction of organic waste
Helps to clean power filters, ornaments and gravel
Helps to reduce fish loss
When adding new species to your aquarium always follow standard guidelines for the concentration of NH3 and NO2. The presence of ammonia and/or nitrates indicates tank over-crowding.
Available Sizes
4 fl. oz. (118 mL.) (BAB04) Treats up to 475 gal. (1,798 L.)
8 fl. oz. (236 mL.) (BAB08) Treats up to 950 gal. (3,600 L.)
16 fl. oz. (473 mL.) (BAB16) Treats up to 1,900 gal. (7,200 L.)
1 gal. (3.785 L.) (BABG1) Treats up to 15,200 gal. (57,456 L.)
Cautions
Keep out of the reach of children
Follow directions carefully
Avoid skin and eye contact. If contact happens, flush area thoroughly with cold water
This product is intended for use with all ornamental and aquarium fish but may not be used with fish intended for human consumption.
A unique All-in-One formulation for Goldfish, which have special requirements due to their delicate flowing finnage and water requirements.
MICROBE-LIFT/Beginner Goldfish Care has been specially formulated for Goldfish contained in small bowl environments.
Conditions Goldfish water to protect and maintain delicate fins and skin.
Provides soothing topical emollients and slime coat conditioners.
Supplies essential electrolytes.
Neutralizes chlorine, chloramines, ammonia and heavy metals.
It is not formulated to treat or cure any particular disease.
Ingredients
Vitamins
minerals
electrolytes
slime coat conditioners
emollients for fin and skin conditioning.
Ecological Laboratories, Inc. has developed a complete line of both freshwater and saltwater aquarium products under the MICROBE-LIFT name. Each is a concentrated formula designed to supplement or replenish specific components necessary for a healthy aquarium environment.
Available Sizes
2 fl. oz. (59 mL.) (CAREG02) Treats 12 gal. (45 L.)
Cautions
Keep out of the reach of children
For aquarium use only
Follow directions carefully
Avoid contact with eyes. If contact happens, flush eyes thoroughly with cold water
This product is intended for use with all ornamental and aquarium fish but may not be used with fish intended for human consumption.
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Will remove and neutralize chlorine, destroy chloramines, detoxify heavy metals (e.g. copper), adds a multipart skin slime replacer, adds essential electrolytes and alkalinity (acid-neutralizing capacity) boosters.
Removes Chlorine (up to 4 mg/L Total Chlorine)
Destroys chloramines
Detoxifies heavy metals
Adds a multi-part skin-slime replacer
Adds essential electrolytes
Boosts alkalinity
Recommendations
For conditioning water for aquariums where ammonia and chloramines are not a consideration. (NOTE: Where ammonia and/or chloramines are of concern and for superior water conditioning in use MICROBE-LIFT/X-Treme.)
Contraindications
Do not use with permanganate-based treatments.
Available Sizes
1 fl. oz. (30 mL.) (DPWC01) Treats up to 60 gal. (227 L.)
4 fl. oz. (118 mL.) (DPWC04) Treats up to 240 gal. (908 L.)
8 fl. oz. (236 mL.) (DPWC08) Treats up to 480 gal. (1,817 L.)
16 fl. oz. (473 mL.) (DPWC16) Treats up to 960 gal. (3,633 L.)
1 gal. (3.785 L.) (DPWCG1) Treats up to 7,680 gal. (29,071 L.)
Non-toxic to humans, pets and aquatic life.
This product is intended for use with all ornamental pond and aquarium fishes. Not for use with fishes or aquatic invertebrates intended for human consumption. This is not a medication or economic poison and is not intended for use as such.
May cause some brief cloudiness depending on water quality
Combines:
Two pH adjusters for buffered effectiveness
Three electrolytes to help maintain osmotic balance
One slime coat ingredient for skin protection and stress reduction
Note: With all pH adjusting products, the alkalinity level (water hardness) should be adjusted to a normal range (100-200 ppm) before any effective and stable pH adjustment can be made.
Make recommended application in several steps to avoid over-adjustment and pH bounce.
MICROBE-LIFT/Bacterial Water Balancer introduces millions of beneficial bacteria into your aquarium ecosystem. The beneficial bacteria work to reduce organic waste on ornaments, gravel and filter systems.
The bacteria is natural, non-pathogenic and will reduce the organic waste that turtles release.
Provides rapid reduction of organic waste
Helps reduce or eliminate pathogenic bacteria
Helps to clean power filters
Reduces tank maintenance
Helps to reduce turtle loss
Studies have shown that the bacteria used in MICROBE-LIFT/Bacterial Water Balancer can reduce or eliminate pathogenic bacteria by out competing them.
MICROBE-LIFT/Bacterial Water Balancer works best when used with MICROBE-LIFT/Rock & Substrate Cleaner.
Cautions
Keep out of the reach of children.
Avoid skin or eye contact. If contact occurs, flush area thoroughly with cold water.