calc/alk

Discussion in 'Water Chemistry' started by stevenbaker21, Feb 10, 2009.

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  1. stevenbaker21

    stevenbaker21 Astrea Snail

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    whats the best 2 part calcium/alkalinity additive in your opinion?
     
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  2. Daniel072

    Daniel072 Giant Squid

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    calcium reactor
     
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  3. unclejed

    unclejed Whip-Lash Squid

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    Hi, I use Kent Marine; Tech CB Parts A and B. Works for me.
     
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  4. grubbsj

    grubbsj Gigas Clam

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    While we use calc reactor today, before hand we used C-Balance and were reasonably happy with the results...
     
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  5. GuitarMan89

    GuitarMan89 Giant Squid

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    I Ca reactor will be the best, but their expensive. I use Calcium chloride and soda ash from bulkreefsupply, very inexpensive and works great.
     
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  6. james37128

    james37128 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I have used kent marines part a and b, Pretty good stuff. There are cheaper alternatives, but you will have to research a lot more if you want to start using baking soda and dow flake.
     
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  7. Dr.Fragenstein

    Dr.Fragenstein Panda Puffer

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    I use DIY... But have heard good things on Kent's and Two Little Fishies two parts...

    Happy reefing!
     
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  8. packagerat

    packagerat Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    I currently use a Ca reactor now but I was using the bulk reef supply 2 part with good results.
     
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