Stirring 2 part in reservoir.

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  1. Saltysaber

    Saltysaber Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    On the majority of two part solutions out there the first direction is to shake the product before adding. I was wondering how most people accomplish this in there reservoir for there dosing pump. I was thinking about putting a micro pump in each of the reservoirs to turn on just for a few min just before the dosers turn on.
     
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  3. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Once it is in solution it should not need stirring.
     
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    Saltysaber Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    Thanks. I just got worried when the directions say to shake before adding. So one good shake before putting it in the reservoir will keep it in solution.
     
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    steve wright Super Moderator

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    It could depend on the product being used
    try it and providing you always have clear or the same consistency of cloudy water its fine IMO
    liquids are normally fine

    some powder additives would precipitate out of solution over time
    but this is clearly visible as the liquid clears and there are deposits on the base of the reservoir

    Steve