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04/04/2007, 02:55 PM | #1 |
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Raising salinity
Tried the search function wasn't working. My salinity is a little lower (1.023) than i want (1.025) Whats the best way to raise it without wreaking havoc on my tank ? Do i just add a little saltier water? Don't have a sump by the way. Thanks, Jeff
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04/04/2007, 03:00 PM | #2 |
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the easiest way I found was to top off w/ salt water over a few days until you reach the desired salinity. 1/2 cup salt to 1 gal water. worked like a charm and since it was over a few days there was not problems w/ the tank.
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04/04/2007, 03:11 PM | #3 |
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I agree, doing this gradually wont shock your tanks inhabitants.
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04/04/2007, 03:12 PM | #4 |
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FLReefGirl hit the nail on the head.
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04/04/2007, 03:13 PM | #5 |
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Thats what I'll do then Thanks all for the speedy replies!
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04/04/2007, 05:24 PM | #6 |
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No Problem!
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04/04/2007, 05:26 PM | #7 | |
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04/04/2007, 06:37 PM | #8 |
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You shouldn't have a problem raising it all it one shot. Any more than that and I would do it over a day or two.
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04/04/2007, 08:16 PM | #9 |
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Raise is slowly. Add saltwater to top off over the next few days to slowly raise it to the desired level.
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