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IceCap 2in Biological Coral Frag Tile (15pc)
SKU: IC-TILE15-2IN
MSRP: $ 21.13
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- Expanded 2-Inch Square Profile: Features a broad, flat 2×2 inch footprint that provides ample surface area for wide encrusting plates, colonial mats, and mother colony grow-outs.
- Fused Nano-Sphere Architecture: Manufactured from high-purity ceramic micro-beads bound at high temperatures, creating a deeply interconnected network of microscopic flow channels.
- Dual-Action Biological Matrix: Functions concurrently as a rock-solid coral anchoring foundation and a highly efficient biological filter substrate for nitrifying bacteria.
- Superior Adhesive Bonding: The rough, textured surface profile maximizes the mechanical grip of cyanoacrylate frag glues, preventing large cuttings or colonies from breaking free.
- 100% Inert and Cure-Free: Completely free of heavy metals and pollutants, requiring no lengthy freshwater curing cycles or chemical pre-washes before tank introduction.
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IceCap 2 Inch Biological Ceramic Nano-Sphere Square Coral Frag Tiles
The IceCap 2 Inch Biological Ceramic Nano-Sphere Square Coral Frag Tiles (SKU: IC-TILE15-2IN) represent a major technical advance in large-format marine coral propagation substrates, designed specifically to accelerate tissue encrusting speeds and enhance localized water chemistry parameters. Standard dense aragonite blocks or smooth compressed-clay tiles offer only basic two-dimensional surface areas. This forces wide-base coral tissues—such as Montipora plates, Chalices, Leptoseris, Favites, and expansive colonial Zoanthid mats—to expend precious metabolic energy trying to grip a slick surface. The IceCap biological tile completely bypasses this growth bottleneck, providing an advanced three-dimensional matrix of fused ceramic nano-spheres that mimics the natural porous microstructure of wild reef frameworks.
By fusing thousands of microscopic ceramic beads under precise heat tracks, each 2-inch tile opens up an internal labyrinth of capillary pathways. This wide square layout provides the ideal surface plane for anchoring multiple sub-frag cuttings side-by-side or supporting the heavy mass of growing LPS colonies. This highly porous structure allows vital, oxygen-rich tank water to sweep directly through the base of the tile. This action eliminates stagnant oxygen-starved zones and distributes dissolved elements cleanly to the coral's base. At the same time, this high-flow web becomes an immediate sanctuary for populations of beneficial nitrifying and denitrifying bacteria (Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter). As a result, each large coral colony you position across your racks doubles as a highly active block of bio-media, which helps actively lower organic waste and ammonia levels throughout your system.
Key Features
Perfect for Encrusting Mother Colonies: The broad surface allows plating corals to build a massive tissue footprint before requiring trimming or secondary fragmentation.
Inert, Non-Leaching Chemistry: Kiln-fired to ensure complete chemical neutrality. These bases will not trigger unwanted local hair algae outbreaks or warp your water's pH balance.
Pegless Flat-Bottom Profile: The clean, stemless square profile sits completely flat and secure on eggcrate grids, acrylic frag shelves, or directly along your display tank's sand bed.
(Note: This retail SKU contains (1) factory box of (15) individual IceCap 2-inch square stemless biological frag tiles. Specialized coral frag glues, targeted coral dips, and propagation tools are sold under separate product categories).
What’s Included:
(15) Individual IceCap 2" Biological Ceramic Square Frag Tiles
Technical Specs:
Official Manufacturing Title: IceCap 2" Biological Ceramic Frag Tile (15pc Pack)
SKU / Factory Part Identifier: IC-TILE15-2IN
Tile Nominal Dimensions: 2.0" x 2.0" Square Grid (50.8mm×50.8mm Face Profile)
Tile Stem Configuration: Pegless / Stemless Flat-Bottom Base
Primary Material Matrix: Kiln-Fired Fused Synthetic Ceramic Nano-Spheres
Porosity Value Rating: Greater than 65% Open Interconnected Volumetric Porosity
Curing Cycle Required: 0 Days (Factory Cured, Inert, Direct-to-Tank Safe)
Primary Structural Color Finish: Earthy Speckled Charcoal / Light Brown Matrix
While most of our equipment carries a one-year manufacturer's warranty, consumable products like fish and coral foods are not covered under traditional warranty terms due to their perishable nature and varied storage conditions. However, we fully stand behind the quality of every product we sell. If you experience any issues with your food purchase shortly after receiving it, such as concerns about freshness, packaging integrity, or product quality, please contact us at [email protected]. We're committed to making it right and will work with you to resolve any problems quickly and fairly.
Remove the desired number of biological frag tiles from the packaging box. Give them a quick rinse in a cup of clean reverse osmosis (RO) water to remove any loose ceramic dust from shipping.
Prepare your source coral colony on a clean cutting mat, using specialized stainless steel bone cutters or an aquaculture band saw to slice clean coral fragments.
Lightly dry the bottom surface of the coral fragment with a clean paper towel. Apply a uniform layer of gel-type cyanoacrylate coral frag glue to the center of the tile's textured surface.
Press the coral fragment gently down into the glue pool on the tile. Hold it firmly in position for 10 to 15 seconds to let the adhesive establish a strong mechanical bond within the ceramic pores.
Place the completed frag tile into a container filled with clean tank water or a mild coral dip solution for 3 to 5 minutes to fully cure the glue before adding it to your display.
Position the tile flat onto your designated frag rack or sand bed. Ensure it receives proper indirect flow and lighting tailored to that specific coral species.
Pro Tips:
- The High-Porosity Matrix Requires Less Glue for a Stronger Hold.
CRITICAL FRAGGING ADHESIVE WARNING: Because the fused nano-sphere matrix contains thousands of open micro-pores, you only need a fraction of the glue compared to standard smooth plates. The capillary action of the ceramic naturally draws the liquid glue deep into the tile's body, forming an incredibly strong interlocking bond. Avoid over-applying glue across the broad 2-inch surface, as an excess can ooze outward and smother the open ceramic pores, reducing the available biological filtration zone.
- Pre-Soak Your Tiles in an Internal Sump Track to Jumpstart Cycling. If you are planning a large fragging project, drop a handful of these biological tiles into a high-flow chamber of your sump a couple of weeks before you use them. Because they are incredibly porous, they will quickly collect a rich layer of active nitrifying bacteria straight from your system. When you attach your new coral fragments, this pre-established bio-layer helps protect the cut tissue from opportunistic infections and accelerates healing times.
- Clean Calcified Mineral Scale and Algae with a Mild Vinegar Soak. If you have used tiles sitting on your racks that have collected a layer of green turf algae or calcified tube worm scale, do not throw them away—they are fully reusable. Simply soak the fouled tiles in a bath of warm water mixed with 10% white vinegar for 24 hours to dissolve the mineral scale. Rinse them thoroughly with fresh RO water and let them dry completely in the sun for 48 hours. This clears out the pores and restores them to factory-new condition.