douggiestyle
Aquarium Advice Freak
im not sure what the difference between a alkalinity test and a calcium test is?
should i use one over another?
should i use one over another?
Test a freshly mixed batch of SW. That is most likely the cause. Adding calcium will fix the problem eventually. Just be sure not to increase the Ca to much per day and test prior to each addition.douggiestyle said:this some what confuses me.
does not compute... could you expand on this some moreTest a freshly mixed batch of SW. That is most likely the cause
They're backwardsBTA said:Steve, A question for you on the IO
What is wrong with those levels?
I do not believe you should be buying a saltmix and then need to correct the chemistry. It should be properly balanced from the get go. To me, the product is faulty. Not to mention the time and test regents wasted correcting something that should be properly balanced when manufactured. If you do not mind correcting the issue yourself, that's fine. Personally, I do not have the patience. The only real time precip would be a problem is if the Ca was raised too quickly. As long as you do not dose large amounts, it will be fine although time consuming.If you supplement kalk to bring up the Ca from 350 to about 400 ppm, would that still be a problem with IO? Or do you think the Alk it too high and the addition of Ca might cause a precipitation?
Which part needs more clarification?BTW, I've read those articles but I just don't have a mind for chemistry!
Kalkwasser is best used to maintain the levels, not raise them. If you need to adjust the chem, best use a buffer for alk and a CaCl product for calcium. It will be more effective and less problems getting to the right levels faster. Just be sure to read the instructions so you do not overdo the additions.douggiestyle said:red sea calk.
What kind of test kit?so far everything seems ok. though i am having trouble with the test kits involved.
Im pretty sure that is what the red sea product is.Kalkwasser is best used to maintain the levels, not raise them. If you need to adjust the chem, best use a buffer for alk and a CaCl product for calcium. It will be more effective and less problems getting to the right levels faster. Just be sure to read the instructions so you do not overdo the additions.
red sea calcium test and alkalinity pro.What kind of test kit?
the product is "red sea reef success calk" you add it directly to tank waterm pretty sure that is what the red sea product is.
what is ioSteve, A question for you on the IO
I do not believe you should be buying a saltmix and then need to correct the chemistry.