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MBBR media specifications

Three carrier profiles cover the full range of loading conditions, from high-rate BOD reduction to compact nitrification retrofits. All values below are as manufactured and quality-checked at our facility in Dewas.

MBBR 25x12 HDPE carrier media
HDPE

MBBR 25×12

A balanced, general-purpose carrier for BOD/COD reduction in municipal STPs and moderate-strength industrial effluent.

  • Surface area550 m²/m³
  • PSA : TSA78%
  • Void fill> 98%
  • Media fill25 – 75%
MBBR 22x16 polypropylene carrier media
Polypropylene

MBBR 22×16 / 25×20

Higher void fill suits plants prioritising smooth hydraulics and lower headloss across the media bed.

  • Surface area400 / 450 m²/m³
  • PSA : TSA78% / 85%
  • Void fill> 98% / 80%
  • Media fill25 – 55%
MBBR 25x4 high performance HDPE carrier media
HDPE · High performance

MBBR 25×4 HP

Very high surface area per m³ — suited to compact retrofits and nitrification-focused upgrades where tank volume is limited.

  • Surface area1200 m²/m³
  • PSA : TSA92%
  • Void fill> 95%
  • Media fill30 – 70%

Full comparison

Design data as manufactured — scroll sideways on a small screen
Design DataMBBR 25×12 MBBR 22×16 / 25×20MBBR 25×4 High Performance
Material of ConstructionHDPEPPHDPE
Surface Area550 m²/m³400 / 450 m²/m³1200 m²/m³
Size (D × H)25 × 12 mm22×16 / 25×20 mm25 × 4 mm
PSA : TSA Ratio78%78% / 85%92%
Specific Weight0.37 kg/m²0.37 / 0.30 kg/m²0.24 kg/m²
Specific Gravity0.92 – 0.950.90 – 0.950.92 – 0.95
Void Fill (empty space)> 98%> 98% / 80%> 95%
Max. Operating Temp.< 80°C< 80°C< 80°C
Recommended Media Fill25 – 75%25 – 55%30 – 70%

MOC = Material of Construction  |  PSA : TSA = Protected Surface Area to Total Surface Area ratio. Custom sizes available on request.

In production

Product gallery

Manufactured in both natural HDPE and black UV-stabilised finishes, to suit exposed or covered installations.

MBBR carrier media held in the hand for scale
Carrier, in handScale of a single MBBR carrier
Black UV-stabilised MBBR media
Black UV-stable mediaHigh packing efficiency
Batch of black MBBR carrier media ready for dispatch
Mixed batch, black finishReady for dispatch
Natural HDPE MBBR carrier media batch sample
Natural HDPE batchConsistent wall thickness

Packaging & dispatch

Media is packed to arrive site-ready and can be supplied in bulk or project-specific quantities. Tell us your site logistics and volume requirement and we'll advise the best packaging and dispatch plan.

Not sure which profile fits your tank?

Share your flow rate, organic or ammonia load and tank dimensions — we'll recommend a carrier profile and media fill ratio.