Water Parameters

Pobably the most inportant aspect of any reef-tank. To keep a stable environment it is essential to test & maintain the following parameters. I tend to use the Salifert range of test kits as I find them fairly reliable & easy to use.

I undertake a 20% water change every 2 weeks if possible, sometimes 10% weekly. The salt I use at the moment is Kent salt. This has a fairly high Magnesium content which is just what I need to try & maintain the level above 1200mg/l. Other salts I use are Reef Crystals & Instant Ocean.

Temp set at 27C & controlled with the Deltec Eco-cooler, at the height of summer temp reached 28.6C