--- product_id: 9574694 title: "Diatom Powder - 1 lb." brand: "diatom" price: "₱939" currency: PHP in_stock: false reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/9574694-diatom-powder-1-lb store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Diatom Powder - 1 lb. **Brand:** diatom **Price:** ₱939 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Diatom Powder - 1 lb. by diatom - **How much does it cost?** ₱939 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/9574694-diatom-powder-1-lb) ## Best For - diatom enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted diatom brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Diatom Powder is an especially selected grade of washed diatomaceous earth for use specifically in Diatom Filters. Easy to follow directions for initial application, backflushing and recharging. ## Images ![Diatom Powder - 1 lb. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31NEAM6TpSL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Only Filter Media of It's Kind For Crystal Clear Water *by P***K on Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2012* Diatomaceous Earth or DE is the only filter media that can filter out pathogens as small as one micron. This means it can even remove parasites such as ich.A Diatom is a fossilized micro organism from millions of years ago. These tiny fossils are pulverized into an extremely fine powder. When the powder attaches itself to the filter bag of a Vortex Diatom filter - or the Marineland Magnum it creates such a fine strain that an particulate matter down to one micron in size is removed.This is why water that has been filtered with DE looks so amazingly crystal clear and pristine.In fact, if you turn off your aeration it looks exactly like your fish are suspended in mid air. The water is that crystal.DE can remove algae blooms, murky water and hazy water from new tank syndrome - all in a few hours.There are only two filters that can be charged with DE - the Diatom by Vortex and The Magnum 350 line up by Marineland.With both filters it's important to note that neither provide bacterial filtration and should not be used on a regular or permanent basis.These filters work best when used as a part of your aquarium maintenance regime. Or when you simply want your tanks water to look perfectly clear.I've used a Diatom Filter for 35 years - they haven't changed since 1972. My complaint about them is that they're cumbersome and very difficult to set up and break down. If you're not mechanically inclined purchase the D-1 Model which is fine for tanks up too 55 gallons and a bit easier to manage. The XL can exceed that many times over but it's a bear to maintain.In fact, Since buying a Magnum which can convert from a standard mechanical canister filter to a water polisher by using the Micro Marineland polishing canisters - I've been so impressed at how effortless it is to set up and use - I've sent my trusty Diatom out to pasture.Note that the Micron Polishing Cartridge can filter out between 10-15 microns. Which for most folks will be just fine - the results are still beautiful. However, if you want that something extra - water that's so clear it's almost surreal, simply add a charge of DE. About a half cup and you'll get a level of water clarity you just won't believe.Plus set up and break down of the Magnum is pretty effortless. And a huge improvement over the time consuming headaches a Diatom filter will present. This is a great price for DE and it was delivered well packaged from this seller and with lightening speed. I just ordered 5 more pounds.5 Fins Up! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fish lover *by L***L on Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2012* Love love love this product. To me this is the best way to clean your tank. It is simple and easy to use and the fish don't seem to mind it very much.even though I have a older vortex pump it still works like a charm. I was glad to find this product on your site. I have had a hard time finding it any where else.this is in my opinion the greatest product for me glad to see it can still be found. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic product *by B***E on Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2019* Great stuff, been using it for years to clean out fish tanks. Even filters out ich. If that's how you spell it? 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