Bead Filter Media: How Much Do I Need?

Each of the Advantage filters require a specific amount of bead filter media to run optimally. While none of the bead filter media is lost during normal circumstances, accidents happen and beads can be lost. To figure out if you are low on media, use the calculator below. All measurements are done with no water in the tank, and the measurement is the distance from the top of the bead media to the top edge of the filter tank opening.

I would like to replace all my beads

Advantage 10 Filter = 120 lbs

Advantage 15 Filter = 180 lbs

I would like to top off my beads

The ideal distance between the top of the bead media with no water in the filter to the bottom of the lid opening:

Advantage 10 Filter = 11 inches 

Advantage 15 Filter = 15 inches

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