Water Parameters-Live Reef Chat Sunday 11/29- 9-11p EST

11-29-2009, 08:12 PM
Post #1: MizTanks

what salt mix does everyone use?
11-29-2009, 08:12 PM
Post #2: jimsflies

I guess I wouldn't think it would be that different out in the ocean...could see variations if a river was nearby with lower levels.
11-29-2009, 08:13 PM
Post #3: Sir Patrick

My test was done just south of san fran, off mare island.
11-29-2009, 08:13 PM
Post #4: whitetiger61

in a 6 month test on zoas i didnt quite double my polyps with high salinity
11-29-2009, 08:13 PM
Post #5: schminksbro

Calibration is very important with a refractometer. NSW should be very consistent world wide with the exception of brackish areas where fresh water flows into the ocean. I keep my salinity at 1.026 or 35ppt and check it regularly. Consistency is critical.
11-29-2009, 08:14 PM
Post #6: jimsflies

Is that from 2 to 3 polyps, Rick? ;)
11-29-2009, 08:15 PM
Post #7: Cash

better late than never lol
11-29-2009, 08:15 PM
Post #8: jimsflies

Yeah, I'm trying to figure out reasons you guys measured very different results. I would suspect the measuring implement.
11-29-2009, 08:15 PM
Post #9: BeakerBob

Hey guys! Just joined the chat.
11-29-2009, 08:15 PM
Post #10: schminksbro

I would agree Jim.