What tests are needed?

mdeleon1 · 06/26/2011, 09:22 AM

I'm starting a FOWLR tank and purchased a test kit for pH, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate.

What else should I be testing for?

snorvich · 06/26/2011, 09:29 AM

You also need a way of accurately measuring specific gravity. I use a refractometer calibrated with pinpoint solution.

Army_JAG · 06/26/2011, 09:39 AM

i am going to second the post above me. A refractometer will run you around 40 dollars but they are completely worth it. You can purchase a cheaper version for around 10 dollars but they are not in the same category of performance. I use a Sybon refractometer but I am sure there are many quality brands.

06/26/2011, 09:22 AM	#1
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06/26/2011, 09:29 AM	#2
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06/26/2011, 09:39 AM	#3
Army_JAG Moved On Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Fort Stewart GA Posts: 58	i am going to second the post above me. A refractometer will run you around 40 dollars but they are completely worth it. You can purchase a cheaper version for around 10 dollars but they are not in the same category of performance. I use a Sybon refractometer but I am sure there are many quality brands.