Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM - 250ml
Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM - 250ml
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Product Description
Product Description
Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM - 250ml
Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM - 250ml is a concentrated live nitrifying bacteria starter for new marine, reef, and brackish aquariums that need fast biological filtration support.
Brightwell MicroBacter Start XLM 250ml for Reef Tank Startup Cycling
The 250 ml size is a practical choice for hobbyists cycling larger nano reefs, mid-size marine aquariums, or systems that may need follow-up bacterial support after maintenance or livestock changes. It helps establish the nitrifying bacteria population needed to process ammonia and nitrite naturally.
MicroBacter Start XLM Marine and Brackish Filtration Benefits
- 15X live nitrifying bioculture for rapidly establishing biological filtration.
- Helps reduce ammonia and nitrite in marine and brackish aquarium ecosystems.
- Useful for new startups, overcrowding recovery, new fish additions, and damaged bacteria beds.
- Can help recharge nitrifying bacteria after cleaning rocks, surfaces, substrate, or biological media.
- Supplied in a proprietary base for product longevity.
- Formulated using data compiled by microbiologists.
Brightwell Start XLM 250ml Handling and Normal Product Appearance
- Size: 250 ml bottle.
- Use: Marine, reef, and brackish aquariums.
- Product type: Live nitrifying bacteria bioculture.
- Normal shipping and storage do not require refrigeration.
- Store between 34°F and 80°F when possible; refrigeration at 50°F helps prolong shelf life.
- Clumps, an earthy or off smell, and temporary cloudiness after dosing are normal for this bacterial product.
- Do not use live sand, dry seeded artificial live rock, probiotic salts, or competing bacteria products during the cycle unless you understand that they may slow the process.
MicroBacter Start XLM Dosing Directions for New Saltwater Aquariums
Shake the bottle well immediately before dosing. Prepare the aquarium with dechlorinated water, stable temperature, proper pH and alkalinity, and adequate biological media or surface area. Use a controlled ammonia source during fishless cycling and test pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate regularly. Avoid carbon, GFO, phosphate removers, filter resins, and other non-biological filtration media until the aquarium has cycled and aged further. Do not add MicroBacter7, MicroBacter Clean, or other bacterial products until the Start XLM cycle is complete.
What's Included
- One 250 ml bottle of Brightwell Aquatics MicroBacter Start XLM.
Shipping Info
Shipping Info
FREE SHIPPING OVER $119!*
- does not apply to livestock -
$11.99 FLAT RATE FOR LESS THAN $119.00 - CANADA WIDE!
*EXCEPTIONS:
- Any heavy or bulky items will incur a 100% charge of the actual shipping cost (valid for both Canada and the US). Heavy bulky items include (but are not limited to): salt, dry rock, sand, chillers, sumps, aquariums, stands, and some filter media.
- Frozen or perishable food can only be shipped via UPS Express. We have discounted the express shipping of these items to help the hobbyist out.
- Livestock is covered by a different shipping policy. To view the policy and further information regarding shipping livestock, click here.
GENERAL NOTES:
- We always make our best effort to ship your order via the carrier chosen during the check-out process; however, for some multi-piece shipments and/or remote destinations, we must reserve the right to use another carrier at our discretion (and without prior notice). If you require notice of any changes made to the carrier, please mention it in the special instructions during check-out.
- Upon request, we will ship your dry goods as per your specifications (courier, airlines, on your account, etc.).
- Quoted rates are the carriers live discounted shipping rates after adjusting for any/all shipping promotions.
Returns / Exchanges
Returns / Exchanges
Return Policy — Aquarium Equipment & Supplies
- All returns and/or exchanges must be made within 30 days of receipt of product.
- Before returning or exchanging any goods, you must contact J&L Aquatics to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Items returned without prior authorization will be declined.
- Returned items must be unused, in original packaging, in as-new condition, and in perfect sellable condition. All returns are subject to inspection upon receipt.
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all online returns. This fee includes the cost of outbound shipping.
- Customer is responsible for return shipping costs on standard returns.
- Order cancellations made before shipping are not subject to a restocking fee.
Non-Returnable Items
- Special order items
- Clearance / final sale items
- Open box items
Regular sale items (non-clearance) are returnable within the 30-day return window, subject to our standard return conditions.
Defective, Warranty & DOA Items
- If you receive an item that is defective, not working, or dead on arrival (DOA), please contact us as soon as possible.
- Confirmed defective and warranty returns have no restocking fee and no Affirm fee. Customer does not pay return shipping — J&L Aquatics will provide a prepaid return label.
- All defective claims are subject to inspection. Items showing signs of customer damage, improper installation, or misuse are not covered under warranty.
Carrier Damage & Lost in Transit
- If your order arrives damaged by the carrier or is lost in transit, please contact us right away with:Photos of the damaged product (if applicable)Photos of the damaged box/packaging (if applicable)A description of the issue
- Important — Do not throw out any packaging! Please keep all original packaging, boxes, and packing materials. These are required to process your claim. Discarding packaging may affect our ability to resolve your claim.
High-Value Items ($100+)
- For items valued at $100 or more, customers must provide a return tracking number before a replacement will be shipped.
Affirm & Financing Orders
- Affirm or similar financing orders that are cancelled or returned in-store are subject to a 5% service charge. This covers the processing fee charged to us by the financing provider.
- The Affirm service charge does not apply to confirmed defective or warranty returns.
J&L Aquatics strives to maintain the lowest prices economically possible. In most cases we have the lowest price in the Canadian marketplace, but in the rare occasion that we do not, please feel free to contact us at 604-444-1161 or through e-mail to discuss an opportunity to price match.
