My NSW Test Results

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  1. Matt Rogers

    Matt Rogers Kingfish

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    Well, this is interesting.

    From what I am looking at, it seems my new filter is still breaking in and my DIY rock caused a huge spike in pH. Which I was warned about, but considering how long I cured it, I am very surprised. I guess I should have done more water changes during curing. Word to the wise.


    Free Ammonia: .05
    Nitrite: 2+
    Nitrate: 1-2
    pH: 8.7+ !!! off the scale.
    pH in collection bottle: 7.8+

    phosphate: 0
    silicate: 4
    Iodine/Iiodide: < .04

    *All using Sea Chem Test Kits.

    Looks like I got a little time yet.  ::) [smiley=smug2.gif]
     
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  2. visualscapes

    visualscapes Plankton

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    Hey Matt,
    Sounds like you're gonna need some more water soon, huh?  ;)
    What did the params beside ph, test before it went into your tank?
    I'm going to get some water (for sure::) )this weekend to test down in Bolinas. I'll let you know.  :)
     
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  3. Matt Rogers

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    Hey visual, good to see ya.

    I actually still have 15 gallons left. So I am not in a hurry yet, but please do it and let me know, so I can go next time! ;D

    I was ill-prepared and did not test the water prior to putting it in my tank because I didn't have a test kit. Sorry.

    But from what I can tell it's good water!

    I am going to do more tests now with my other kit.

    [smiley=2thumbsup.gif]
     
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  4. Matt Rogers

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    Added phosphate, silicate and Iodine results to original post.
     
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  5. Guest

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    Matt:

    Next time you collect NSW on an incoming tide, check for:

    Salinity or if some prefer, specific gravity.

    Salinity is the proper term for checking NSW. SG is the proper term for checking a synthetic sea water mix.

    At 35 ppt / SG 1.0265. You can use my refractometer.

    Check for calcium, potassium and sulfate.

    If possible, use LaMotte test kits.

    MDP
     
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