How to Test Phosphates Episode in a Saltwater Reef Tank 16 pt 3

These are the instructions for the Aquarium Pharmaceuticals Phosphate Test Kit. What Are Phosphates? Phosphate or PO 4 is a compound of Phosphorus (P), one of the top 14 out of 70 trace elements found in natural sea water that are considered to be essential for saltwater aquarium and reef tank systems. However, it is also a primary nutrient source for many forms of algae, particularly green hair species, so when high concentrations are allowed to accumulate in an aquarium, it then opens the door for aggressive algae blooms to occur. Phosphate can enter your aquarium through tap water, fish waste, and decaying organics such as uneaten food and dead algae. Excess phosphate contributes to unsightly algae blooms. This kit tests phosphate levels from 0 to 10 ppm in fresh and saltwater aquariums. Why test for phosphate? While phosphate is required by fish and plants, too much phosphate can lead to cloudy water conditions. In saltwater aquariums, phosphate precipitates dissolved calcium (Ca2+) and magnesium (Mg2+) ions, inhibiting the growth of hard corals and other reef-building organisms

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These are the instructions for the Aquarium Pharmaceuticals Phosphate Test Kit. What Are Phosphates? Phosphate or PO 4 is a compound of Phosphorus (P), one of the top 14 out of 70 trace elements found in natural sea water that are considered to be essential for saltwater aquarium and reef tank systems. However, it is also a primary nutrient source for many forms of algae, particularly green hair species, so when high concentrations are allowed to accumulate in an aquarium, it then opens the door for aggressive algae blooms to occur. Phosphate can enter your aquarium through tap water, fish waste, and decaying organics such as uneaten food and dead algae. Excess phosphate contributes to unsightly algae blooms. This kit tests phosphate levels from 0 to 10 ppm in fresh and saltwater aquariums. Why test for phosphate? While phosphate is required by fish and plants, too much phosphate can lead to cloudy water conditions. In saltwater aquariums, phosphate precipitates dissolved calcium (Ca2+) and magnesium (Mg2+) ions, inhibiting the growth of hard corals and other reef-building organisms

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for How to Test Phosphates Episode in a Saltwater Reef Tank 16 pt 3

TheFishTank Doc.
TheFishTank Doc. - 10 years ago
This test kit does not test down to Zero, as 0.25 is the lowst it will tast. 0.2 will give you a reading of zero but not realy zero. Your vid is nice it is just the A.P.I  test is a bit pointless. You need one that goes down to 0.03 or below. You have have a very nice 60g cube!!.
Austin Davis
Austin Davis - 10 years ago
kinda like dude below said i use chemi pure elite and phosphate sponge and do water changes every 2 weeks and mine stay in between .25 and .5 too
Austin Davis
Austin Davis - 10 years ago
do not siphon your sand out if you did that every 2 weeks you would have no sand after a year lol
JIMIBONEZ l
JIMIBONEZ l - 11 years ago
I use it it works
sounduser
sounduser - 12 years ago
yeah I got one with a reef master test kit. Wouldnt want people to waste money on one though.
jbliss2000007
jbliss2000007 - 12 years ago
Well its what I started with a year ago but I've moved on
sounduser
sounduser - 12 years ago
Kit*
sounduser
sounduser - 12 years ago
Pointless test kid. If your level is 0.25 its already too high. Its really hate to guess what the level between 0 and 0.25 are on the card.
z3dzo
z3dzo - 12 years ago
Thanks JB! I will definitely try and look up some of those magazines as well to enhance my learning. :-) Please keep the videos coming! They're very educational and to the point. For someone completely new to the hobby they're awesome. I have seen all of them and learnt lots! Peace.

10. comment for How to Test Phosphates Episode in a Saltwater Reef Tank 16 pt 3

jbliss2000007
jbliss2000007 - 12 years ago
Research is key and I read alot from advance aquarist, reef central, reef 2 reef, reef keeping hobbyist magazine, TOTM, Ultimate reef just to name a few. I have seen so many technique from all over the world and every ways work for them. Who know, yours could be the next dominate one.
jbliss2000007
jbliss2000007 - 12 years ago
I also do weekly water change of 20% on all my tanks. This is just the way I take care of my tank. I am no expert or guru but I do post "MY" thoughts on how the route I am taking toward the reef tank is working.
jbliss2000007
jbliss2000007 - 12 years ago
1. Every hobbyist has their own way of taking care of their system, with that said I can’t comment on newyorksteelo's vids. Those are his opinions from his experiences. I remove the top layer from my system once a year or more if needed, due to lack of flow, ditritus build up or undesolved matter located on my sand bed. I slowly and careful stip the top of the bed. I sometime do release gas chamber from the bed but I always do a water change after that little spring cleaning.
z3dzo
z3dzo - 12 years ago
Cool video dude! I'm a complete novice and I have a couple of questions please: 1. I've heard in newyorksteelo's vids that under no circumstances must you disturb a live sand bed as it will kill beneficial organisms. You suggested that vacuuming your sand bed might help reduce your PO4 levels. How 'dangerous' is it to disturb a live sand bed? In a tank the size of yours it's only a sand bed would it matter? 2. How good is the algae in ur refugium at controlling your PO4 levels. Thanks dude!
mkaywilson
mkaywilson - 13 years ago
Thumbs up. Very good vid.
jbliss2000007
jbliss2000007 - 13 years ago
@Springs24 I actually dont test my water anymore. I can look at my tank and tell whats wrong with it
Mike Bradley
Mike Bradley - 13 years ago
I like SeaChem's tests...
jbliss2000007
jbliss2000007 - 13 years ago
@dm002a8686 go to your channel, then click on "video and playlist" and set autoplay
jbliss2000007
jbliss2000007 - 13 years ago
@kevinduong4 Lyfe Jennings- Spotlight
kia2600g
kia2600g - 13 years ago
Good job. Glad to see more. kia2600g - Sweden

20. comment for How to Test Phosphates Episode in a Saltwater Reef Tank 16 pt 3

jbliss2000007
jbliss2000007 - 13 years ago
@adjusterfrank Thanks man, i' ll keep them coming
Frank Vadala
Frank Vadala - 13 years ago
very good video bro!!!
djdoggiedog
djdoggiedog - 13 years ago
Good Video Jbliss, Look forward to your next one DJ
krug1313
krug1313 - 13 years ago
Nice vid bro. Keep up the great work

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