Alk Getting low...

I would break the dosage into 2 or 3 separate doses 3 to 4 hours apart. It's not 100% necessary but better safe than sorry

J

 

I have been wondering about this, using epsom salt. Does it have approximates on how much to use? I dont want to keep testing over and over cause the mag test are kind of pricey.

 

just use the calculator here on 3Reef, it will tell you exactly how much.

 

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here is said calculator
you just type in current level, type in water volume, type in product your using, type in desired level and hit enter - it tells you how much to add

Brilliant , very, very useful

Steve

 

A more correct option to just epsom salts would be
5 X Magnesium Chloride 3 X Magnesium Sulfate This will keep the build up of Sulfate to a acceptable level

J

 

Whats this? Is there more than one epsom salt to add? I'm goin to publix soon and want to know what to get. The calculator is awesome, I never looked at it before.

 

I get mine a bulk reef supply works good and price isn't too bad.
I used to use epson salts but like Jason stated this keeps the build up of sulfate at acceptable levels.
you can also buy 2 part kits that come with calcium chloride and soda ash (for alk)
Bulk Reef Supply - Bulk Reef Supply

 

Magnesium chloride is ice melting salt, that you use in the winter for your driveway

 

How do you check your sulphate levels? Wouldnt doing water changes keep everything in check? Sorry for semi hijacking your thread. At least its still on subject.

 

It all depend on the size tank, and the amount of your "water change" could be kept in check, but need to check if concerned.