HELP! Should I use activated carbon?

[Alex2002]

Hello!

I finally managed to start my first reef tank. My question is, if I use dry stone and want to set up the nitrogen cycle with Prodibio biodigest, can I put activated carbon in the filter already at this time, or am I afraid that it might inhibit algae growth?

Thanks in advance for the help!

 

[lapin]

I would not run carbon until after your tank is cycled. Prob 30 days. It will be a waste of money.