R/O water from front of publix/walmart?

Discussion in 'Water Chemistry' started by SaltLifeChris, Jun 26, 2011.

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  1. SaltLifeChris

    SaltLifeChris Astrea Snail

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    Are those R/O water filling stations ok to get water from?

    gonna need about 80 gallons to make the saltwater for my tank...
     
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  2. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    It really depends how often the filters are changed and itf they take care of their rodi unit. if they are properly cared for, clean etc, then it should be fine. I might suggest testing 1g with a tds meter before you go buying 80 gallons.
     
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    Is the RODI cheaper than distilled/ i know my local walmart charges $0.83 per gallon for water. Kroger charges $0.88.
     
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  4. SaltLifeChris

    SaltLifeChris Astrea Snail

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    is distilled better?
     
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    SaltLifeChris Astrea Snail

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    is there a way to test if R/O water is good??
     
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    clarkkey594 Aiptasia Anemone

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    Yes with a TDS meter.
     
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    And you want a reading of 0 on the TDS meter . . . .
     
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  8. jspicer16

    jspicer16 Bristle Worm

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    the water in the culligan system at my local walmart was terrible....with all kinds of floaties and stuff in it
     
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  9. SaltLifeChris

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    is there a specific tds meter that anyone would like to recommend ?
     
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    Pastey Ritteri Anemone

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    Spectrapure has a nice special going on this month on their handheld meters. $25, I think.
     
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