DIRO water question

[scuba dude]

I have a question about DIRO water use.
I just purchased a filter so I am able to filter my own water at home for use in my FOWLR saltwater tank.
I was wondering if it would be best to also use DIRO water for my water changes in my freshwater tanks as well , this would eliminate the use of a chlorine neutralizer for my tap water that I am useing now with my water changes.

I have had no trouble with a chlorine neutralizer but would think that if I could eliminate it that it could only be a positive thing? Am I right on this.

Thank you.

 

[dmolavi]

You cannot use straight RODI water in your freshwater tank, it will need to be remineralized first, or your fish will go belly up.

 

[dmolavi]

Seachem Replenish was designed for freshwater remineralization: Seachem. Replenish

If you are in a planted tank, you can use their Equilibrium.

 

[scuba dude]

So as far as freshwater I'll stick to what I have been doing , it has been working fine.

As far as saltwater when I use DIRO water to mix with the salt ( reef crystals ) the salt mix is what remineralizes the water after it is filtered ?

 

[dmolavi]

Yes, with freshwater, there is no need to use RODI water.

And yes, with saltwater, the salt mix does the job for you

 

[scuba dude]

Got it.

Thanks for clearing that up for me.

 

[dmolavi]

You're more than welcome