The Test Results Are In And...

chatyak · 01/31/2009, 10:52 PM

They read in mg/l

Yup, The Elos test kit for Mg is telling me that my magnesium is 1050 mg/l. Is it safe to say that this can be translated to 1050 ppm or do I need to convert something?

Whys · 02/01/2009, 02:47 AM

Same thing. No worries.

Whys · 02/01/2009, 02:48 AM

Oh, and if you're running a reef, that's a tad low. You'll want to buffer it. I need to buffer mine as well and everyone seems to recommend Kent Mg buffer.

chatyak · 02/01/2009, 12:57 PM

Thanks Whys. Yep I am starting with a total two part solution. Need to get that puppy back up to 1300+.

chatyak · 02/01/2009, 01:01 PM

I'm also trying a new salt (just ordered) to see how the basic levels are on WC.

Here are the specs at 1.025

Parameters Level
pH 8.3
dKH 9.38
Calcium 440
Magnesium 1340
Chloride 19550
Potassium 410

spleify · 02/01/2009, 01:13 PM

What salt is that chat?

You will like the two part solution.

FWIW I use epsom salt for my mag.

chatyak · 02/01/2009, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by spleify
What salt is that chat?

You will like the two part solution.

FWIW I use epsom salt for my mag.

That would be this one.

Apparently it's getting very good reviews... so I ordered some to see how it does.

I also ordered the two part solution from BRS. Before I start using it though I'm going to wait until I switch salts and get my params to the right levels. Because right now they are way off.

spleify · 02/01/2009, 03:41 PM

Nice, I have heard some good things about that salt too. I was wondering if that was what you were talking about by looking at the numbers you posted. Please keep us posted as to the turn out.

You can always boost your levels and get them where you want them(slowly) and then start using the two part. There is now need to wait, unless thats what makes you more comfortable.

Here is a great too for figuring what you need to get things in line.

http://home.comcast.net/~jdieck1/chemcalc.html

HTH

Good luck and please keep us posted.

Spleify

chatyak · 02/01/2009, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by spleify
Nice, I have heard some good things about that salt too. I was wondering if that was what you were talking about by looking at the numbers you posted. Please keep us posted as to the turn out.

You can always boost your levels and get them where you want them(slowly) and then start using the two part. There is now need to wait, unless thats what makes you more comfortable.

Here is a great too for figuring what you need to get things in line.

http://home.comcast.net/~jdieck1/chemcalc.html

HTH

Good luck and please keep us posted.

Spleify

Yes I'm anxious to see how it performs. I first started with IO, now using Tropic Marin Pro.

The materials I ordered for the two part solution are from BRS, so I have to use their calculator, which you can find here, although that tool is handy you sent.

I'll keep you posted. Should arrive within the week.

01/31/2009, 10:52 PM	#1
chatyak Registered Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 2,090	The Test Results Are In And... They read in mg/l Yup, The Elos test kit for Mg is telling me that my magnesium is 1050 mg/l. Is it safe to say that this can be translated to 1050 ppm or do I need to convert something? __________________ Fishville

02/01/2009, 12:57 PM	#4
chatyak Registered Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 2,090	Thanks Whys. Yep I am starting with a total two part solution. Need to get that puppy back up to 1300+. __________________ Fishville

02/01/2009, 01:01 PM	#5
chatyak Registered Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 2,090	I'm also trying a new salt (just ordered) to see how the basic levels are on WC. Here are the specs at 1.025 Parameters Level pH 8.3 dKH 9.38 Calcium 440 Magnesium 1340 Chloride 19550 Potassium 410 __________________ Fishville

02/01/2009, 01:13 PM	#6
spleify Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 9,579	What salt is that chat? You will like the two part solution. FWIW I use epsom salt for my mag. __________________ Make it a Great Day!!!! Current Tank Info: 60 gal SPS cube, with 25 gal refugium, 400W MH, DIY Lumenarc III, DIY skimmer, DIY stand and canopy. 40 breeder LPS with 40 gallon sump, DIY stand, 250W MH

02/01/2009, 03:41 PM	#8
spleify Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 9,579	Nice, I have heard some good things about that salt too. I was wondering if that was what you were talking about by looking at the numbers you posted. Please keep us posted as to the turn out. You can always boost your levels and get them where you want them(slowly) and then start using the two part. There is now need to wait, unless thats what makes you more comfortable. Here is a great too for figuring what you need to get things in line. http://home.comcast.net/~jdieck1/chemcalc.html HTH Good luck and please keep us posted. Spleify __________________ Make it a Great Day!!!! Current Tank Info: 60 gal SPS cube, with 25 gal refugium, 400W MH, DIY Lumenarc III, DIY skimmer, DIY stand and canopy. 40 breeder LPS with 40 gallon sump, DIY stand, 250W MH

02/01/2009, 02:47 AM	#2
Whys Moved On Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,263	Same thing. No worries.

02/01/2009, 02:48 AM	#3
Whys Moved On Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,263	Oh, and if you're running a reef, that's a tad low. You'll want to buffer it. I need to buffer mine as well and everyone seems to recommend Kent Mg buffer.