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08/30/2009, 07:35 PM
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Salt mix?
Hey guys,
Im going to start mixing my own salt water and I was wondering what you guys think is the best salt to use? Thanks |
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08/30/2009, 07:43 PM
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The "best" in terms of additive levels is probably Tropic Marin Pro. But at $90/50lb bucket, it's pretty pricey. I like Coralife. I've been using it for about 8 months after switching from Reef Crystals, and seem to find the mix a little more consistant, and Calcium levels stay a little higher.
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A new beginning........... JIM Current Tank Info: 5g standard softie/zoa tank, just starting a 20H |
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08/30/2009, 08:00 PM
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i have been using instant ocean reef crystals for 3yrs.
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I feel like 1.025 and i look like skimmate. I eat crap and throw up! What am I? Current Tank Info: I need help!! |
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08/30/2009, 08:14 PM
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I agree with Jim. I have been using Coralife for 3 years now. Seems to mix really consistent. Alk is around 9 dkh and Calcium is high at 480-500. I don't have to buffer much of anything, just weekly water changes will keep things in check.
HTH, Brad |
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08/30/2009, 09:04 PM
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Depends on what you look for in a salt. What's important to you? Do you have supplements or want to supplement your tank?
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08/30/2009, 09:46 PM
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Im looking for something that will keep my parameters in check. I hear that this is good.
http://www.aquacave.com/detail.aspx?ID=2217 I just dont know how much SW it will make for the price. Thanks |
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08/30/2009, 09:57 PM
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Reef Crystals for me! i have been using for a year and i lt!
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Joe Current Tank Info: 125g Mixed Reef, 150g Reef |
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08/30/2009, 09:57 PM
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Quote:
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...readid=1287118 Maybe this will help. |
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08/30/2009, 10:18 PM
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Thanks iFisch!
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08/30/2009, 10:20 PM
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