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Red Sea Test Kit

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by Pygmey, Feb 26, 2014.

  1. Feb 26, 2014 #1
    Pygmey Cedar Rapids, IA

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    So I just tested my water with a new Red Sea Test kit that I received.


    Calcium is showing 460


    Alkalinity is showing 8.6


    Magnesium is showing 1520


    I have been putting some BIONIC 2 part in for a few days so they calcium and the alk make sense. However I have not added any magnesium.. Is Red Sea usually show a little high?
     
  2. Feb 26, 2014 #2
    blackx-runner Cedar Rapids, IA

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    What salt are you using?
     
  3. Feb 26, 2014 #3
    Pygmey Cedar Rapids, IA

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    Reefcrystals
     
  4. Feb 26, 2014 #4
    Lee

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    I use Reef Crystals and Red Sea Pro test kits too. Mine doesn't test that high for Mg. though A few questions for you:

    Is it the red sea PRO version?
    How old is the test kit?

    I borrowed one from another hobbyists that was older and it tested crazy high too 1500-1600. I got a brand new one (Pro version) and it started testing normal (1200-1300).

    I'd also suggest making sure you are performing it correctly as shown in this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MofaqM-I6uM
     
  5. Feb 26, 2014 #5
    blackx-runner Cedar Rapids, IA

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    For reef crystals I would say that's pretty normal. My mag always tested on the high side using that salt.
    Your calcium is on the high side, most likely due to the 2 part dosing and the already increased calcium levels found in reef crystals salt. I would at least stop the calcium part of that dosing. Your alk number looks pretty good though.
     
  6. Feb 26, 2014 #6
    Pygmey Cedar Rapids, IA

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    The test kit was purchased yesterday and received today from Bulk Reef Supply. Date on bottom shows 8/15.. I tested again and again am getting a high reading.

    Does anyone in Cedar Rapids have a Salifert test that I could bring some water over and test against?
     
  7. Feb 26, 2014 #7
    Bigkel

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    I got one I can bring on Saturday to the DIY if your going?
     
  8. Feb 26, 2014 #8
    blackx-runner Cedar Rapids, IA

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    I have one if you want to bring some water over when you pick up the AWT kit.



     

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