High Alk

Discussion in 'Water Chemistry' started by Reefboi, Aug 8, 2008.

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  1. Reeron

    Reeron Blue Ringed Angel

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    I think that was his answer for Alkalinity, not Magnesium. If so the dKH is only 10. That's not high at all, actually it's decent.
     
    Reeron, Aug 8, 2008
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  2. Otty

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    When and if you ever get high ALK just let the tank run for a week or two without adding any additives and the tank will consume your excessive amount. That is what I have done in the past when the dHK got high from the Ca reactor running too much, I just shut off the reactor and let the tank run for a while.
     
    Otty, Aug 9, 2008
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  3. PharmrJohn

    PharmrJohn The Dude

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    I am running 3.5 right now and looking to raise to 4. My personal goal is dKH of 11 to 12.
     
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