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Calcium Reater Chamber - Recomended PH Range

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by Madjabjoe, Aug 22, 2009.

  1. Aug 22, 2009 #1
    Madjabjoe

    Madjabjoe Inactive User

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    I am currently running my calcium reactor chamber PH between 6.5 and 6.65. Does anyone think I would get more calcium production if I used a lowered PH range I.e. 6.4 - 6.55. Would a lower range cause my main tank's PH to drop much? Any thoughs would be appreciated. Thanks - Joe
     
  2. Aug 22, 2009 #2
    glaspie69

    glaspie69 Experienced Reefkeeper

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    I wouldnt focus so much on the ph range in the tank. I would focus on the ca and the alk, if you try chasing the ph in your tank your going to have a heck of a time setting the reactor. After you find the sweet spot for the ca and the alk your tank will balance to the ph it needs to be.
     
  3. Aug 22, 2009 #3
    B-Rad

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    I would not drop the PH in the reactor lower then 6.4. As the PH drops below this it will turn your calcium pellets to mush.
    I maybe wrong on this but I think the calcium manufactures may list a optimum ph setting on the packaging, not sure.
    hope this helps.
     

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