{"product_id":"apt-balance","title":"APT Balance","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMost beneficial bacteria products weren't designed with modern aquasoils in mind. They require hard water, refrigeration, and stable pH — the opposite of what a planted aquasoil tank actually looks like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAPT Balance is different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDeveloped by Dennis Wong of The 2HR Aquarist, APT Balance is a potent dry-powder bacteria blend engineered to thrive in the soft, acidic environments created by modern aquasoils. No refrigeration needed. Works across pH 5.5–9.5. And with \u0026gt;20 billion CFUs per gram, it's one of the most concentrated bacteria products you'll find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEach pack contains two sachets that work together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSachet A — Nitrifying Bacteria\u003c\/strong\u003e A specialised blend of AOB and NOB bacteria (Nitrosomonas, Nitrobacter, Nitrosococcus, Nitrospira) that accelerates the breakdown of ammonia → nitrite → nitrate. This is the engine of your nitrogen cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSachet B — Waste Digesting Bacteria\u003c\/strong\u003e A carefully selected blend of mulm-digesting microbes (Pseudomonas, Arthrobacter, Bacillus subtilis, Alcaligenes, Actinomycetota, and Polyphosphate-accumulating bacteria) that breaks down plant detritus and animal waste into harmless CO₂ and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTogether, they give your tank a powerful and complete microbial foundation — faster cycling, reduced algae triggers, healthier plants, and less stressed animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDesigned specifically for aquasoil aquariums — outperforms liquid bacteria in acidic, low pH environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eKickstarts nitrification — accelerates the nitrogen cycle from day one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWorks pH 5.5 to 9.5 — covers the full range of modern planted tank setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e20 billion CFUs per gram — extremely high potency in both sachets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDry powder format — no refrigeration required, room temperature storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRestores microbial balance after water changes, filter cleaning, or tank resets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eReduces fish stress — stable microbial environment means healthier conditions for livestock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSafe to dose directly with livestock present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOne pack = 12 monthly doses for a 100L tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDOSING INSTRUCTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAdd 1x Sachet A + 1x Sachet B per approximately 100L of tank water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor smaller tanks (e.g. 50L), use a proportionate amount. Adding more than recommended is safe — excess bacteria may cause temporary surface slime or cloudy water, which clears naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurn off your UV steriliser for 24 hours after dosing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e Add APT Balance on day one. For best results, run a 2-week Dark Start before planting. Alternatively, plant immediately and perform large 90% water changes every 2–3 days, adding APT Balance each week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonthly maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 1x Sachet A + 1x Sachet B every month to maintain a healthy, stable microbial colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter maintenance events\u003c\/strong\u003e Add after filter cleaning, tank resets, or any time you introduce new livestock — anything that can disrupt the tank's microbial balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEven though APT Balance speeds up cycling, we recommend waiting 1–2 weeks before introducing fish and animals. 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