LCA Carbon Plus (Shrimp Safe)

Introduction

LCA Carbon Plus (Shrimp Safe) is a concentrated liquid aquarium supplement designed to increase bio-available carbon while helping to inhibit algae growth in planted freshwater aquariums. The PLUS formula also contains trace elements such as iron, zinc, and magnesium, supporting healthier plant growth alongside carbon supplementation. It is formulated for use in aquariums containing shrimp and fish when dosed correctly.

Key Features

• Bio-Available Carbon Source – Provides carbon to support healthy plant growth and photosynthetic activity.

• Helps Suppress Algae – Supports stronger plant growth while helping inhibit unwanted algae.

• Added Trace Elements – Includes trace elements such as iron, zinc, and magnesium to complement plant nutrition.

• Shrimp & Fish Safe – Suitable for aquariums containing shrimp and fish when used according to the recommended dosage.

• Suitable for Low-Tech Tanks – A useful carbon supplement for planted aquariums without pressurised CO₂.

• Compatible with Pressurised CO₂ – Can also be used as a supplement in aquariums already running a CO₂ system.

• Convenient Pump Dispenser – Available bottle sizes provide easy and controlled dosing.

Product Specifications

• Brand: LCA – Liverpool Creek Aquariums

• Product Name: Carbon Plus (Shrimp Safe)

• Product Type: Liquid carbon and trace-element aquarium supplement

• Application: Freshwater planted aquariums

• Primary Function: Bio-available carbon supplementation and algae suppression

• Additional Nutrients: Iron, zinc, magnesium and other trace elements

• Suitable For: Freshwater planted tanks, shrimp and fish

• Available Sizes: 250mL, 500mL and 1000mL refill (2 × 500mL)

• Dispenser: Pump included with 250mL and 500mL bottles; not included with 1000mL refill.

Usage Guidelines

• Standard Dose: Add 1 pump (2mL) daily according to current product instructions.

• Dose consistently as part of your regular planted-aquarium maintenance routine.

• Do not exceed the recommended dosage, particularly when keeping sensitive plants or livestock.

• Monitor fish, shrimp and other livestock when introducing the product and discontinue use if signs of stress occur.

• Do not combine with Seachem Excel or other glutaraldehyde-containing products, as LCA advises against using these products together.

Recommendations

• Low-Tech Planted Aquariums – Ideal for increasing available carbon without relying solely on a pressurised CO₂ system.

• Algae Management – Useful as part of an overall strategy for maintaining healthy plants and suppressing algae.

• Shrimp Tanks – A suitable choice for planted shrimp aquariums when dosed correctly.

• High-Tech Aquariums – Can be used alongside pressurised CO₂ as an additional plant-growth supplement.

• Complete Plant Nutrition – Combine with appropriate LCA macro and micronutrient fertilisers, such as LCA Macro Mix (NPK) and LCA Micro Mix, to provide broader nutritional support.