Full Sheet – Matala

Product details

Full Sheet – Matala is a black, low-density Matala filter mat sheet designed to act as a supportive grate or primary mechanical solids filter layer in aquarium filtration systems. Its open, sturdy structure helps trap larger debris while maintaining useful flow, making it a practical choice for prefiltration. In setups that build multiple layers, Matala can provide progressive solids removal—capturing larger particles first and then progressively smaller ones as water passes through additional layers.

Features:

• Sturdy, open design that supports other media layers and encourages high-throughput solids removal
• Commonly used as a large-particle-size solids filter media (examples include leaves, large algae clumps, and other bulky debris)
• Progressive filtration: adding more layers can trap smaller particles without clogging as quickly
• Ideal for use in prefilter concepts with multiple layers (the media is often stacked to maximize debris capture before finer stages)
• Open flow configuration helps pass dirty water while reducing the chance of rapid clogging
• Can be sprayed clean with a garden hose when used for mechanical/solids filtering, with debris releasing easily

Specifications:

• Matala sheet type: Low Density Black
• Full sheet size: 48" x 39" x 1.5"
• Thickness: 1.5 in
• Folding/shipping note (full sheet): Full sheets cannot be folded for shipping; full sheets must ship by truck
• Typical multi-layer prefilter approach: 4–6 layers (reported 6 in to 9 in thick) used as a prefilter
• Reported target flow rate: Approximately 10 gallons per minute per square foot