Does anyone keep their param's at NSW levels?

Kaos · 02/09/2008, 09:27 AM

It seems everyone keeps their Alk, Mg, and Cal at higher then NSW levels. I'm wondering if there is anyone that keeps them around NSW levels and what kind of success they are having. For reference here are approximate NSW levels:

Mg: 1300-1500
Alk: 8/2.9
Cal: 400-425

The main reason I ask is because w/ my systems occupants and weekly 10-20% w/c's I can maintain close to these levels w/out dosing anything. TIA for any help.

Mavrk · 02/09/2008, 09:46 AM

Actually, those levels are that I see most people here using.

Mavrk · 02/09/2008, 09:48 AM

Oh, and here is a good read on parameters:
http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/2004-05/rhf/index.php

SurfnFish · 02/09/2008, 10:19 AM

Yes, mine are at NSW levels, but that's because I use NSW. I haven't had any problems for the year that I've been going this route.

Kaos · 02/09/2008, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Mavrk
Actually, those levels are that I see most people here using.

Thanks for the link.

I see a considerable amount of people w/ Cal 450+, Alk in the 10-11 (and up) range, and Mg is usually at the top end of the 1300-1500.

coralfarm123 · 02/09/2008, 02:35 PM

I think a lot of people keep their tanks higher because the amount of Alk and Calcium used by their tanks is usually pretty high and it kinda gives them a buffer zone especially for Alkalinity. Slightly elevated Alkalinity is better than running a little low.

02/09/2008, 09:27 AM	#1
Kaos "Lurker" Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 2,131	Does anyone keep their param's at NSW levels? It seems everyone keeps their Alk, Mg, and Cal at higher then NSW levels. I'm wondering if there is anyone that keeps them around NSW levels and what kind of success they are having. For reference here are approximate NSW levels: Mg: 1300-1500 Alk: 8/2.9 Cal: 400-425 The main reason I ask is because w/ my systems occupants and weekly 10-20% w/c's I can maintain close to these levels w/out dosing anything. TIA for any help.

02/09/2008, 10:19 AM	#4
SurfnFish Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Vandenberg Air Force Base, California Posts: 676	Yes, mine are at NSW levels, but that's because I use NSW. I haven't had any problems for the year that I've been going this route. __________________ 17x17x10 Shallow Cube. RapidLED Par38 with 60* optics, AC modified for fuge, CPR BakPak w/Maxi jet 1200. Clown w/ LTA, Zoas and Softies. Current Tank Info: 17x17x10 Shallow Cube

02/09/2008, 09:46 AM	#2
Mavrk Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: California - South Bay Area Posts: 2,775	Actually, those levels are that I see most people here using.

02/09/2008, 09:48 AM	#3
Mavrk Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: California - South Bay Area Posts: 2,775	Oh, and here is a good read on parameters: http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/2004-05/rhf/index.php

02/09/2008, 02:35 PM	#6
coralfarm123 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Indiana Posts: 590	I think a lot of people keep their tanks higher because the amount of Alk and Calcium used by their tanks is usually pretty high and it kinda gives them a buffer zone especially for Alkalinity. Slightly elevated Alkalinity is better than running a little low.