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Additives & Water Chemistry

A collection of articles and videos to you better understand reef aquarium water chemistry and properly use additives in your saltwater tank.
  1. Best 2-part dosing additive of 2019 : Six categories. Six WINNERS!

    Best 2-part dosing additive of 2019 : Six categories. Six WINNERS!

    Ryan and Randy pull back the curtain to deliver the best two part additives of 2019. You can expect in depth reviews of our top six brands alongside wise advice from experienced reef aquarium...
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  2. How it works: Calcium reactors explained the easy way - Reef FAQs

    How it works: Calcium reactors explained the easy way - Reef FAQs

    We put together this easy to understand guide to explain how a calcium reactor works for what we feel is the highest percentage path to success. Once you understand these basics, it is easier to...
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  3. How much is a calcium reactor vs two part dosing. Is it worth putting on a reef tank? Reef FAQ

    How much is a calcium reactor vs two part dosing. Is it worth putting on a reef tank? Reef FAQ

    Deciding whether or not a calcium reactor is worth the cost is more complex than you might think. A variety of factors should be considered that are very specific to you and your aquarium. Ryan...
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  4. Reef tank pH: When should I calibrate my pH probe for an aquarium pH monitor or controller? - BRStv Reef FAQs

    Reef tank pH: When should I calibrate my pH probe for an aquarium pH monitor or controller? - BRStv Reef FAQs

    Calibrating your pH probe is an inexpensive and fairly quick process and the general best practice is to check the probes against a 1$ packet of pH calibration solution on a regular basis. The exact...
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  5. Triton method cost - Time to add up how much it costs to run a triton method reef tank - BRStv Reef FAQs

    Triton method cost - Time to add up how much it costs to run a triton method reef tank - BRStv Reef FAQs

    One of the first questions we get when discussing the Triton Method with our customers is “How much does it cost?”. We came up with some clear figures to share with you in order to help...
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  6. Reef tank pH - When should I replace my pH probe on my pH monitor or controller? - BRStv Reef FAQs

    Reef tank pH - When should I replace my pH probe on my pH monitor or controller? - BRStv Reef FAQs

    PH probes cost anywhere from $35 to $60 and some of you are probably replacing them prematurely and a select few may have never even considered replacing. Knowing when it is...
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  7. How to raise pH in a reef tank with a beta recirculating CO2 scrubber - BRStv Reef FAQs

    How to raise pH in a reef tank with a beta recirculating CO2 scrubber - BRStv Reef FAQs

    Using CO2 removal media to remove CO2 from the air going into your protein skimmer is one of the most efficient ways to increase pH in your reef aquarium when too much dissolved CO2 is suppressing...
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  8. Triton ICP Test - Top five best uses for the latest in reef tank testing methods - BRStv Reef FAQs

    Triton ICP Test - Top five best uses for the latest in reef tank testing methods - BRStv Reef FAQs

    Triton Applied Reef Biosciences is really carving out a home for ICP testing in our hobby because it gives hobbyists the ability to test for a variety of elements and possible contaminants that would...
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