{"product_id":"bashsea-6-18-media-chamber-reactor","title":"Bashsea 6-18 Media Chamber Reactor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBashsea 6-18 Media Chamber Reactor\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive your filtration media a dedicated, serviceable home with the Bashsea 6-18 Media Chamber. This acrylic reactor combines a generous media chamber with directed water flow for carbon, GFO, and other compatible aquarium media. It is a versatile option for freshwater and marine systems when matched to the media, flow rate, and aquarium's needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Reactor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom for your media:\u003c\/strong\u003e chamber capacity of 2 gallons \/ 7.57 liters for appropriately sized filtration applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirected water distribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e an internal plate helps distribute flow through the chamber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessible construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e removable lid, keyhole flanges, and O-ring sealing simplify routine servicing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedia retention:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted sponge components help retain suitable media inside the reactor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable acrylic build:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed and hand-built in the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications — 6-18\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOverall dimensions (L × W × H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5\" × 8.5\" × 19.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReaction chamber\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\" diameter × 17.5\" tall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMedia capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 gallons \/ 7.57 liters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended aquarium range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300–500 gallons; media and bioload dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended reactor flow\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250–600 GPH; adjust to the media manufacturer's requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInlet \/ outlet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/4\" hose-barb connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeed pump examples\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSicce Syncra Silent 1.5 \/ 2.0 or equivalent; sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReactor weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included \u0026amp; What You'll Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes one Bashsea 6-18 Media Chamber reactor. \u003cstrong\u003ePump, filtration media, and installation tubing are sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e Match tubing to the hose-barb fittings and provide clearance above the lid for media replacement. Photos show the Media Chamber family and construction details; this purchase is for one reactor in the listed size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Media Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse and prepare media according to its manufacturer's instructions. Set flow to suit the selected media, rather than automatically running at maximum output; excessive tumbling can grind delicate media. Check fittings and O-rings for leaks, keep sponges clear, and replace exhausted media as needed. Size the pump for actual flow after plumbing and head-pressure losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/water-pumps-and-wavemakers\"\u003ePumps \u0026amp; Flow\u003c\/a\u003e for compatible feed-pump options and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aquarium-filters-and-media-1\"\u003eFilters \u0026amp; Media\u003c\/a\u003e for suitable filtration media. Contact us if you need help matching components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Infinity \u0026amp; Beyond Aquatics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe bring hands-on aquarium experience to equipment selection, with personal help checking fit and compatibility before you order and support after your purchase. Build a filtration setup that suits your aquarium with assistance from a dedicated aquatics retailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eContiguous U.S. parcel shipping: $99.99. Excluded from free-shipping promotions. Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, and international destinations require a shipping quote before ordering. Most in-stock orders process in 1–3 business days, followed by carrier transit. Final shipping charges appear at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bashsea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68176037085493,"sku":"BSMC6-18","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/2252\/7285\/files\/MediaChamber1_75efdc04-b23b-4845-9438-f9933b321d08.jpg?v=1794339054","url":"https:\/\/infinityandbeyondaquatics.com\/products\/bashsea-6-18-media-chamber-reactor","provider":"Infinity and Beyond Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}