magnesium test kit

Discussion in 'Water Chemistry' started by the fisherman, Jul 12, 2009.

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  1. the fisherman

    the fisherman Vlamingii Tang

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    just wondering what is the best and easy magnesium test kit to use and read. I use red sea and find it hard to read
     
    the fisherman, Jul 12, 2009
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  2. psiclone

    psiclone Purple Spiny Lobster

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    I like the salifert one. Easy to use but a bit pricey.
     
    psiclone, Jul 12, 2009
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  3. unclejed

    unclejed Whip-Lash Squid

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    Salifert is what I rely on. It is relatively easy once you use it a few times. I find it very accurate.
     
    unclejed, Jul 12, 2009
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  4. bwalker9801

    bwalker9801 Zoanthid

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    +1 on the salifert
     
    bwalker9801, Jul 13, 2009
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  5. tbpb3

    tbpb3 Astrea Snail

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    I Like the Aqua Test by ELOS
     
    tbpb3, Jul 13, 2009
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  6. carpenter

    carpenter Feather Duster

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    I use the Red Sea. I'm reconsidering the reliability however. I'm going to try a Saliferts test.
     
    carpenter, Jul 14, 2009
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  7. Peredhil

    Peredhil Giant Squid

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    My Red Sea varies test to test... I'm sure it's just me ::)

    And a PITA to use... luckily, I just ran out and have placed an order to try the Salifert Mg test. We shall see
     
    Peredhil, Jul 14, 2009
    Peredhil, Jul 14, 2009
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  8. Surf rider

    Surf rider Bristle Worm

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    I use the ELOS Aqua Test and find it extremely accurate. One drop will completely change the color so the drop count is very precise. The directions are a little weird but if you actually read them work well. Remember to throw away the Phase one solution and start with everything clean for Phase two.
     
    Surf rider, Feb 28, 2010
    Surf rider, Feb 28, 2010
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  9. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    I use Seachem, a little time consuming but easy.
     
    2in10, Feb 28, 2010
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  10. tatted4ever

    tatted4ever Clown Trigger

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    Salifert is pretty easy especially if you use the salifert calcium test kit.
     
    tatted4ever, Feb 28, 2010
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