Matala Blue Filter Media 24" x 39", High Density (MPN FSM365)

Matala is an advanced filter media that is highly recommended for serious pond enthusiasts. This filter media is designed with a practical and versatile structure, promoting healthy water conditions and making it easy to clean in most non-pressurized filter designs. The simplicity and effectiveness of Matala make it stand out from other media on the market. One of the greatest characteristics of Matala is its ability to be used in various densities, either in sequence or separately, to meet unique filtration requirements. With its step-wise filtration process, Matala effectively separates large particles to small ones while maintaining a highly aerobic and free flow of water, without any channeling issues. Unlike other media, Matala is slightly buoyant, ensuring that it will not sink to the bottom of your filter. Additionally, when stacked horizontally, the Matala sheets will hold each other down, and when placed vertically, they will not float. Its rigidity allows for easy placement and wedging in the filter without requiring additional support. For those interested in the technical specifications, one half sheet of Matala measures approximately 24 x 39 x 1.5 inches (60cm x 100cm x 4cm) and weighs between 4 to 5 pounds, depending on the density. Each half sheet covers an area of 6.5 square feet, and 8 square feet of Matala is equivalent to 1 cubic foot of media. In terms of volume, one half sheet equals 0.8 cubic feet or 6 gallons. The Matala sheets are semi-rigid, self-supporting, and non-brittle, providing durability and longevity. Additionally, they have a specific gravity of 0.95 and are made of EVA material, which is nontoxic to the environment.