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 How does GC Tek size bead filters? 

 How do we know how much bio conversion can be accomplished with a bead filter?

Is there a standard to go by, or do we just take a look at the competition and then add a few points in our favor? This is how: University tests have shown that a cubic foot of beads that have 400 - 450 cu. ft. of surface area will handle 50 lbs. of fish being fed 1% body weight per day @ 38% protein. This is the formula that we use, even though our beads have 500 to 550 sq. ft. of surface area per cu. ft. and in theory should do more, we refuse to stretch or make claims beyond what has truly been tested.

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The 1.75  cu.ft. AquaBead or AlphaONE is a big workhorse in a small package. The 1.75 cu. ft. model is rated for ponds up to 2500 gals. with flow rates not over 50 gpm for bio-mechanical filtration. The 1.75 can handle fish loads of 87.5 lbs. Comes complete with all 2" threaded fittings for maximum flow and all the "Bells and Whistles" of the larger units. Tank measures 19" X 30". Suggested Value $1275.00

The 2.50cu.ft. AquaBead or AlphaONE is the perfect filter for ponds up to 5000 gal. and fish loads up to 125 lbs. Flow rated at 70 gpm for bio-mechanical filtration. 21" X 34.5" allows you to hide this unit anywhere. Every option is standard equipment. The perfect filter for the majority of ponds. Suggested Value $1475.00

This is the 4.25 cu.ft. AquaBead or AlphaONE unit. What a nice size filter. A 4.25 cu. ft. capacity designed to be used on ponds up to10,000 gallons with fish loads up to a whopping 225 lbs. That's a lot of fish. Easily flows 90 gpm while only having a footprint of 24" X 35.5". All the extras. Suggested Value$1899.00

Now we're starting to talk big here. The 6.0cu.ft. AquaBead or AlphaONE boasts 6 cu. ft. of media and a carrying capacity of 300 lbs of fish. Something for the serious koi keeper. The koi keeper with a pond up to 17,000 gallons with flows up to 120 gpm. All this in a package only 30" X 40".  One awesome unit. An unbelievable value. Suggested Value$2299.00

This Behemoth will get the job done. An unbelievable 9.0 cu. ft. of beads in the AquaBead or the 9.0 cu. ft. of AlphaBio1 media in the AlphaONE  in a size of only 36" X 45". Remember when bead filters this size stood 10 ft. tall and needed a barn to hide them in? Almost anyone can find a space of 36" to fit one of these monster koi keepers in. Use on ponds up to 25,000 gallons with flow rates up to 180 gpm. Enough said. The picture says it all. This is truly the Ultimate Pond Filter. Suggested Value $3050.00

Why Pay More For Less?

Still need help figuring out which one is right for you?

No problem, give one of our dealers or us a call, we want to help you make the intelligent decision for your pond.