Salinity level for best SPS growth

Discussion in 'Water Chemistry' started by YellowBelly, Oct 12, 2007.

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  1. dc11648

    dc11648 Astrea Snail

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    M y SG is about 1.022, is that too low? I'm working at raisng it gradually. I've upped my temp to 82
    Within what time frame should I raise the salt?
     
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  3. northbay-reefer

    northbay-reefer Astrea Snail

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    DC11648 depending on what you are using to measure your salinity, if you are using a refractometer then I wouls raise your salinity up a bit
     
  4. IBMGeek

    IBMGeek Montipora Digitata

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    Yeah raise it to 1.025-1.026. Corals and invertebrates such as shrimp like the higher salinity. I keep mine 1.026-1.027 measured with refractometer.