test kits

Discussion in 'Coral' started by TJV09, Feb 19, 2009.

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  1. TJV09

    TJV09 Flamingo Tongue

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    Hey guys. I just went to two stores tp get test kits for my reef. I couldn't find any to test alkalinity. Is it called something else? What else should I be testing for? My xenia died and my gsps aren't opening. Help! Lol
     
    TJV09, Feb 19, 2009
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  2. Otty

    Otty Giant Squid

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    Order a Elos kit online. Best ALK test kit I ever used.
     
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  3. cement_skis

    cement_skis Sea Dragon

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    I use different brands for different tests. I really like the Seachem tests for Alkalinity . Also, for a reef, seeing as you sound kinda new, you should be testing for nitrates, phosphates, calcium, alkalinity, Ph, and magnesium.
     
    cement_skis, Feb 20, 2009
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  4. Vkkesu

    Vkkesu Spaghetti Worm

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    Some brands show up as KH/ALK on the shelves. I believe salfiert does.
     
    Vkkesu, Feb 20, 2009
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