Drip acclimation

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spence0416

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How long should I let my clowns acclimate before adding to the main tank. Also how fast should I have the drip running? I have so it is droping 6 or 7 drops a second. Should I speed it up or slow it down?
 
I drip mine at about 3 drips per second. 6-7 drips may be to fast. I'd let it drip for at least an hour, preferably two though. Also, be sure to temp acclimate as well.
 
When doing the acclimation you should check the Salinity/ SG of the LFS water then check your tank water. Drip at a slow rate, 3 drops a second should be good.
Drip until the slainity in the pail/bowl is the same as your tank. If the LFS is the same as your tank already then drip for 1 hour minimum.
 
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