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JBL BactoPond
Bacteria for biological purification of the pond

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  • For water to suit both fish and plants: cleansing bacteria for the breakdown of biological contaminants in the garden pond (protein, ammonium/ammonia, nitrite)
  • Easy to use: calculate the amount needed, mix it with pond water in a watering can, pour it evenly over the pond
  • Healthy pond water: removal of excess nutrients by the break down of biological waste
  • Avoiding fish loss, preventing algae
  • Contents: bacteria for self-purification, BactoPond. Dosage: 40 ml per about 700 - 800 l pond water
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Natural balance in the garden pond
Plant and food remains, metabolic substances and leaves deteriorate the quality of the water in the garden pond. Good water quality is necessary to ensure the health of fish and plants. Each season makes different demands on the garden pond. A water test will help recognise deficits in the pond water so that you can take the necessary steps.

Promotes the break down of bacteria
Environmental influences, such as thunderstorms or acid rain or the prevalent reproduction of certain microorganisms can disturb the natural balance in the pond. BactoPond re-establishes the natural balance and thus supports the pond’s capacity for self-purification. BactoPond creates healthy and clean water through the organic removal of dangerous substances.

BactoPond is easy to use
Calculate the required quantity. Mix the required quantity with pond water in a watering can and spread it evenly over the pond. Use regularly every two weeks to support the pond’s self-purification. After heavy rainfalls or in case of a visibly disturbed balance of the pond environment. Do not bathe in swimming ponds for 24 hours after use.

Dosage
40 ml per approx. 700 – 800 l pond water.
After special incidents (rain, disturbed balance): double the amount.

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JBL BactoPond 250 ml

Art. no.:
2732600
EAN Code:
4014162273260
Content:
0,25 l
Range:
5000 l
Volume packaging:
0.46 l
Gross weight:
300.2 g
Net weight:
252 g
Weight factor:
1000
Packaging dimensions (l/h/w):
33/180/78 mm

Properties

Animal species: Goldfish, Koi, Mussels, Snails, Sturgeons, Veiltails
Animal size: For all animal sizes
Animal age group: All garden pond animals
Volume habitat: > 5,000 L
Material: Living bacteria, nitrosomonas, nitrobacter, various strains of degrading bacteria (R1)
Colour: white / transparent
Dosage: 40 ml per approx. 700 - 800 l pond water
Transport conditions: Do not store at temperatures below 0°C or above 40°C; short term transport below 0°C is not a problem and does not affect its functioning.

Electronic label / illuminant

Mercury: No
Dimmable: No

Technical Data

Height:180 mm
Length:78 mm
Width:33 mm

JBL BactoPond 500 ml

Art. no.:
2732700
EAN Code:
4014162273277
Content:
0,5 l
Range:
10000 l
Volume packaging:
0.85 l
Gross weight:
578.7 g
Net weight:
502 g
Weight factor:
1000
Packaging dimensions (l/h/w):
40/220/97 mm

Properties

Animal species: Goldfish, Koi, Mussels, Snails, Sturgeons, Veiltails
Animal size: For all animal sizes
Animal age group: All garden pond animals
Volume habitat: > 10,000 L
Material: Living bacteria, nitrosomonas, nitrobacter, various strains of degrading bacteria (R1)
Colour: white / transparent
Dosage: 40 ml per approx. 700 - 800 l pond water
Transport conditions: Do not store at temperatures below 0°C or above 40°C; short term transport below 0°C is not a problem and does not affect its functioning.

Electronic label / illuminant

Mercury: No
Dimmable: No

JBL BactoPond 2,5 l

Art. no.:
2732800
EAN Code:
4014162273284
Content:
2,5 l
Range:
50000 l
Volume packaging:
3.36 l
Gross weight:
2650 g
Net weight:
2500 g
Weight factor:
1000
Packaging dimensions (l/h/w):
150/195/115 mm

Properties

Animal species: Goldfish, Koi, Mussels, Snails, Sturgeons, Veiltails
Animal size: For all animal sizes
Animal age group: All garden pond animals
Volume habitat: > 50,000 L
Material: Living bacteria, nitrosomonas, nitrobacter, various strains of degrading bacteria (R1)
Colour: white / transparent
Dosage: 40 ml per approx. 700 - 800 l pond water
Transport conditions: Do not store at temperatures below 0°C or above 40°C; short term transport below 0°C is not a problem and does not affect its functioning.

Electronic label / illuminant

Mercury: No
Dimmable: No
FAQ
Can the pond care products StabiloPond Basis, JBL StabiloPond KH, JBL OxyPond, JBL FilterStart Pond, JBL PhosEx Pond Filter, JBL SediEx Pond, JBL AlgoPond Sorb, JBL AgoPond Forte*, JBL AlgoPond Green*, JBL PhosEx Pond Direct, JBL BactoPond be used with an operating UV-C water clarifier without any problems or should the UV-C unit be switched off?

In simple terms we can say that when applying the liquid products JBL AlgoPond Sorb, JBL AgoPond Forte*, JBL AlgoPond Green*, JBL PhosEx Pond Direct, JBL BactoPond the UV-C water clarifier should be temporarily switched off so that the active substances will not be destroyed. Please look up the time periods in the respective operation instructions.

With JBL StabiloPond Basis, JBL StabiloPond KH, JBL OxyPond, JBL FilterStart Pond, JBL PhosEx Pond Filter, JBL SediEx Pond the UV-C water clarifier may remain in operation.

* Labelling according to EU Directive 98/8/EC: Use biocides safely. Always read the label and product information before use!

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Laboratories and calculators

Pond laboratory / calculator

This worldwide unique pond laboratory gives you dedicated support to combat problems with algae and cloudiness in your pond.

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