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API TAP WATER CONDITIONER Aquarium Water Conditioner instantly removes chlorine and neutralizes chloramines. It also detoxifies heavy metals in tap water. The formula of API TAP WATER CONDITIONER incredibly concentrated. You only need up to 3 ml to treat 10 gallons of water. It's safe for all aquatic and can be used in both fresh and salt water. Use during aquarium set up, water changes and adding fish. With API aquarium products, its easy to keep a beautiful saltwater, freshwater or reef aquarium. For almost 60 years API has developed premium solutions with proven and effective results for your family and ours. API offers a range of testing kits, water conditioners, and nutritionally superior food, because were dedicated to making a better underwater world. They work to provide a safe, hospitable environment for fish such as tropical community fish, cichlids, goldfish and more. 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Although it can be dosed, there can be difficulties with dosing, if you don't understand the pitfalls  (see Pitfalls section below).  pH is a measurement of the acidity of a solution, such as aquarium water. The pH of natural seawater ranges from approximately 8.2 - 8.4, however maintaining pH in the range of 8.4 - 8.5 on a daily basis is thought to have a positive effect on captive marine organism growth rate, primarily in stony corals. Also it may help prevent bleaching, boost immune response and assist in coloration. To maintain a stable pH within the desired range, the alkalinity should first be maintained above 7.0 dKH (2.5 meq\/L). Aquaria with low circulation at the water’s surface, or in which a CO2-injected calcium reactor is being employed, or which are placed in an enclosed room with human and animal inhabitants (giving off CO2 into the air), often have a depressed pH due to carbon dioxide build up. In an aquarium which has a proper alkalinity as stated above, Boost pH+, along with other measures, such as providing outside air to the skimmer intake and other CO2 control methods, can help to bring pH in the aquarium back into a higher desired range. Use as directed and do not exceed a pH value of 8.5, because pH at 8.6 or higher may be stressful and\/or damaging to sensitive aquarium inhabitants. Additionally, changes to pH should be made very gradually, again to avoid stressing aquarium inhabitants. See suggestions for adjusting alkalinity below. It is not unusual for pH to fluctuate throughout the course of 24-hours between seemingly wide-ranging values (i.e. lower at night higher during the middle of the day); this is a natural occurrence that is caused by changes in the rates of photosynthesis between dark and light periods. If pH levels are seen to be constantly below the desired level and alkalinity is within the proper range, then the addition of Boost pH+, this product, may be helpful.  If comparing pH to determine how Boost pH+ is working, measure at the same time every day. \n\nInstructions \u0026amp; Guidelines\nCauses burns, Do not get into your eyes! Keep Locked Away out of reach of children. First read warning and follow safety recommendations while using or storing this product! Wear suitable gloves and eye\/face protection during use. If you get the product on your skin or eyes, follow the instructions on the bottle and rinse with copious amounts of water and seek professional medical help, IMMEDIATELY. When used as directed, this product safely raises pH. You should first use other products to adjust alkalinity over 7.0 dKH. Although Boost pH+ will raise the alkalinity, Do not attempt to use Boost pH+ on systems with low alkalinity or to use it to just raise alkalinity.  It is not designed for that.  First, determine the alkalinity in the aquarium using an accurate test kit (recommended) or recently-calibrated meter before using this product (see section below on pitfalls prior to use). If the alkalinity is below 7.0 dKH or 2.5 meq\/L, adjust it first using Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP (all of these products raise both the alkalinity and pH and then ideally allow 24-hours to elapse before re-testing alkalinity and pH, then adjust pH upward, if needed, by adding Boost pH+ as directed below. The dosage required will vary significantly based on a number of factors, but as a general estimate, 2.0 ml of Boost pH+ will raise the pH of 10 US gallons by about .1 to .3 pH, depending on the amount of CO2 in the system and the alkalinity.\n\nDirections\nFirst adjust the alkalinity to above 7.0 (2.5 meq\/L) as described above using Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P(powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP as directed on their bottles.  To raise pH further, add 2.0 ml of Boost pH+ (this product) per 10 US gallons in a high flow area such as a pump intake or a power head exhaust. pH will generally stabilize within 10 minutes following product use, Re-measure pH and dose again, if necessary. Do not add more than 10 ml per 10 gallons per day!  Livestock should not be subjected to a change in pH of more than 0.2 per 24-hour period, so do not overdose Boost pH+. Repeat as needed to attain desired pH value. It is recommended that pH be maintained within a range of +\/-0.2 at all times.\n\nPitfalls\nBoost pH+ is an excellent but somewhat unusual product, in that it is designed to adjust only the high end of your normal buffering system, not do the entire work of a complete buffer.  It has to be designed this way because a regular buffer cannot readily be adjusted to go higher than about 8.3 pH.  Boost pH+ will raise alkalinity also, but do not use it for that purpose. A product like Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP (powder) must first be used, or the marine salt you are using must be properly buffered, so that the alkalinity is in normal seawater ranges.  If the alkalinity is too low, Boost pH+ cannot work properly, and you will be disappointed.  Of course, it is dangerous to operate a marine system below 7.0 dKH and most hobbyists understand this. Systems with low alkalinity are subject to catastrophically rapid drops in pH, in much the same way that bank accounts that have low balances are subject to sudden overdrafts.  In this age of the internet where seemingly everyone with a computer is an expert, there are voices that say that you can operate your tank at 7.0 or even lower (these are individuals that likely like to \"roll the dice\" at a casino too).  Of course a marine aquarium will operate just fine at the low dKH until there is an upset and then everything dies.  The moral of this story is pay attention to alkalinity and keep it above 7.0 dKH, preferably 7.5 or higher.\n\n \n\nPerhaps the worst mistake you can make would be to hook up a large bottle of Boost pH+ to a doser on the first day you use it - without understanding how it works or the effect it will have on your system.  And yes, we have had customers who did this, believe it or not.  This is particularly true if the system has low or borderline low alkalinity. In that case the pH electrode would call for large amounts of Boost pH+ and the result would be an overdose of the system.  pH probes can be notoriously inaccurate when they are not maintained properly nor calibrated properly.  This exacerbates the problem.  We suggest that you use a regular test kit and manually dose until you see how the product effects your system.\n\n \n\n \n\nThe following is a list of mistakes that could cause Boost pH+ not to give you the performance you desire:\n\n \n\nIf you don't adjust the alkalinity to at least 7.0 dKH and maintain that level.  If you don't properly adjust alkalinity with a true buffer, you could observe the need for excessive amounts of Boost pH+, excessive cloudiness of the aquarium or the product will not perform as advertised.  We also recommend that you use a true buffer, such as Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3 (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP to increase the alkalinity, instead of some of the single component so called \"alkalinity\" supplements that only contain sodium carbonate.  You could save money from using them, but they are not really bargains when you factor in the instability in your aquarium that they cannot overcome.  True buffers have multiple ingredients blended to provide tighter control over pH swings and the relative safety from crashes.  True buffers regulate pH besides providing alkalinity.  Sodium carbonate alone does a poor job of regulating pH.\n \n\npH probes are a problem!  Most pH probes will last less than a year in an aquarium, many about six months.  They are not really designed to be used with the plethora of bacteria and particulate matter that exist in an aquarium.  Bacterial slimes, calcium deposits and other coatings build up on their surface rendering them slow, sluggish, or incorrect.  Many hobbyists think their probe is working when it is not.  A pH probe must be cleaned with a properly designed cleaning fluid to remove deposits and calibrated regularly (several times a week). It also needs to be stored in a specifically prepared storage solution, when not in use.  Using Boost pH+ to try to raise pH with an incorrectly reading probe is a recipe for difficulty.  The first thing you might notice would be cloudiness.  If you see cloudiness, stop and check your pH and alkalinity with a test kit.  Test kits are typically much more reliable than electrodes, in an aquarium environment.\n \n\nIf you set up Boost pH+ on a doser prior to first using it on the system and understanding how it interacts with alkalinity on your particular tank, you are asking for trouble.  Boost pH+ can be dosed on systems that have pH controllers (as long as the alkalinity remains above 7.0 dKH), but it must be dosed based on pH and not based on alkalinity. You should take time to see how it interacts.  Go slow.  Overuse of Boost pH+ can raise the pH too high if you don't measure and pay attention.  Our true buffers, Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P, can be overused without much consequences, but Boost pH+ should not be.  True buffers will stop at a pH of about 8.3. This is not true of Boost pH+, because it is not a buffer.  If you continue to add Boost pH+ to try to raise alkalinity, it could continue to raise the pH to even dangerous levels in much the same way as continuing to press the accelerator on your car will increase the speed past the speed limit.  This isn't likely, but it could happen with gross neglect.  Adding Boost pH+ manually based on pH tests is the best method, until you understand how it works.\n \n\nSigns that you may be overdosing Boost pH+ are cloudiness in the aquarium, or an increase in alkalinity.  If Boost pH+ is increasing your alkalinity, you may be adding too much or too fast or you need to take other measures, such as installing a CO2 scrubber or providing outside air to your skimmer.\nWarning: Contains caustic sodium and potassium hydroxides in a proprietary base; Causes burns. Store Locked Away. Keep out of reach of children. Wear suitable gloves and eye\/face protection during use. Harmful if swallowed. If swallowed: Do not induce vomiting. First rinse mouth thoroughly, then give water, call a poison control center and get medical attention immediately. Causes severe eye and skin irritation. If in eyes, remove any contact lenses, flush with water for 15 minutes IMMEDIATELY, if irritation persists, get medical attention. If on skin, remove contaminated clothes, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for 5 to 10 minutes. Wash clothes.  Seek medical help! Not for human consumption.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brightwell Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67794943246632,"sku":"BWBPH1L","price":26.91,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/6293\/4824\/files\/br_boost-ph-plus_1l_1000x1000_77951586-3048-4010-8764-584c93cb6de6.png?v=1790883746"},{"product_id":"boost-ph-ph-increaser-for-difficult-aquariums-2-l","title":"Brightwell Aquatics Boost pH+, Ph increaser for difficult aquariums 2 liter","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eTechnical Overview\n\nFIRST, please read this entire page!  Boost pH is designed to be used as needed.  Although it can be dosed, there can be difficulties with dosing, if you don't understand the pitfalls  (see Pitfalls section below).  pH is a measurement of the acidity of a solution, such as aquarium water. The pH of natural seawater ranges from approximately 8.2 - 8.4, however maintaining pH in the range of 8.4 - 8.5 on a daily basis is thought to have a positive effect on captive marine organism growth rate, primarily in stony corals. Also it may help prevent bleaching, boost immune response and assist in coloration. To maintain a stable pH within the desired range, the alkalinity should first be maintained above 7.0 dKH (2.5 meq\/L). Aquaria with low circulation at the water’s surface, or in which a CO2-injected calcium reactor is being employed, or which are placed in an enclosed room with human and animal inhabitants (giving off CO2 into the air), often have a depressed pH due to carbon dioxide build up. In an aquarium which has a proper alkalinity as stated above, Boost pH+, along with other measures, such as providing outside air to the skimmer intake and other CO2 control methods, can help to bring pH in the aquarium back into a higher desired range. Use as directed and do not exceed a pH value of 8.5, because pH at 8.6 or higher may be stressful and\/or damaging to sensitive aquarium inhabitants. Additionally, changes to pH should be made very gradually, again to avoid stressing aquarium inhabitants. See suggestions for adjusting alkalinity below. It is not unusual for pH to fluctuate throughout the course of 24-hours between seemingly wide-ranging values (i.e. lower at night higher during the middle of the day); this is a natural occurrence that is caused by changes in the rates of photosynthesis between dark and light periods. If pH levels are seen to be constantly below the desired level and alkalinity is within the proper range, then the addition of Boost pH+, this product, may be helpful.  If comparing pH to determine how Boost pH+ is working, measure at the same time every day. \n\nInstructions \u0026amp; Guidelines\nCauses burns, Do not get into your eyes! Keep Locked Away out of reach of children. First read warning and follow safety recommendations while using or storing this product! Wear suitable gloves and eye\/face protection during use. If you get the product on your skin or eyes, follow the instructions on the bottle and rinse with copious amounts of water and seek professional medical help, IMMEDIATELY. When used as directed, this product safely raises pH. You should first use other products to adjust alkalinity over 7.0 dKH. Although Boost pH+ will raise the alkalinity, Do not attempt to use Boost pH+ on systems with low alkalinity or to use it to just raise alkalinity.  It is not designed for that.  First, determine the alkalinity in the aquarium using an accurate test kit (recommended) or recently-calibrated meter before using this product (see section below on pitfalls prior to use). If the alkalinity is below 7.0 dKH or 2.5 meq\/L, adjust it first using Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP (all of these products raise both the alkalinity and pH and then ideally allow 24-hours to elapse before re-testing alkalinity and pH, then adjust pH upward, if needed, by adding Boost pH+ as directed below. The dosage required will vary significantly based on a number of factors, but as a general estimate, 2.0 ml of Boost pH+ will raise the pH of 10 US gallons by about .1 to .3 pH, depending on the amount of CO2 in the system and the alkalinity.\n\nDirections\nFirst adjust the alkalinity to above 7.0 (2.5 meq\/L) as described above using Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P(powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP as directed on their bottles.  To raise pH further, add 2.0 ml of Boost pH+ (this product) per 10 US gallons in a high flow area such as a pump intake or a power head exhaust. pH will generally stabilize within 10 minutes following product use, Re-measure pH and dose again, if necessary. Do not add more than 10 ml per 10 gallons per day!  Livestock should not be subjected to a change in pH of more than 0.2 per 24-hour period, so do not overdose Boost pH+. Repeat as needed to attain desired pH value. It is recommended that pH be maintained within a range of +\/-0.2 at all times.\n\nPitfalls\nBoost pH+ is an excellent but somewhat unusual product, in that it is designed to adjust only the high end of your normal buffering system, not do the entire work of a complete buffer.  It has to be designed this way because a regular buffer cannot readily be adjusted to go higher than about 8.3 pH.  Boost pH+ will raise alkalinity also, but do not use it for that purpose. A product like Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP (powder) must first be used, or the marine salt you are using must be properly buffered, so that the alkalinity is in normal seawater ranges.  If the alkalinity is too low, Boost pH+ cannot work properly, and you will be disappointed.  Of course, it is dangerous to operate a marine system below 7.0 dKH and most hobbyists understand this. Systems with low alkalinity are subject to catastrophically rapid drops in pH, in much the same way that bank accounts that have low balances are subject to sudden overdrafts.  In this age of the internet where seemingly everyone with a computer is an expert, there are voices that say that you can operate your tank at 7.0 or even lower (these are individuals that likely like to \"roll the dice\" at a casino too).  Of course a marine aquarium will operate just fine at the low dKH until there is an upset and then everything dies.  The moral of this story is pay attention to alkalinity and keep it above 7.0 dKH, preferably 7.5 or higher.\n\n \n\nPerhaps the worst mistake you can make would be to hook up a large bottle of Boost pH+ to a doser on the first day you use it - without understanding how it works or the effect it will have on your system.  And yes, we have had customers who did this, believe it or not.  This is particularly true if the system has low or borderline low alkalinity. In that case the pH electrode would call for large amounts of Boost pH+ and the result would be an overdose of the system.  pH probes can be notoriously inaccurate when they are not maintained properly nor calibrated properly.  This exacerbates the problem.  We suggest that you use a regular test kit and manually dose until you see how the product effects your system.\n\n \n\n \n\nThe following is a list of mistakes that could cause Boost pH+ not to give you the performance you desire:\n\n \n\nIf you don't adjust the alkalinity to at least 7.0 dKH and maintain that level.  If you don't properly adjust alkalinity with a true buffer, you could observe the need for excessive amounts of Boost pH+, excessive cloudiness of the aquarium or the product will not perform as advertised.  We also recommend that you use a true buffer, such as Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3 (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP to increase the alkalinity, instead of some of the single component so called \"alkalinity\" supplements that only contain sodium carbonate.  You could save money from using them, but they are not really bargains when you factor in the instability in your aquarium that they cannot overcome.  True buffers have multiple ingredients blended to provide tighter control over pH swings and the relative safety from crashes.  True buffers regulate pH besides providing alkalinity.  Sodium carbonate alone does a poor job of regulating pH.\n \n\npH probes are a problem!  Most pH probes will last less than a year in an aquarium, many about six months.  They are not really designed to be used with the plethora of bacteria and particulate matter that exist in an aquarium.  Bacterial slimes, calcium deposits and other coatings build up on their surface rendering them slow, sluggish, or incorrect.  Many hobbyists think their probe is working when it is not.  A pH probe must be cleaned with a properly designed cleaning fluid to remove deposits and calibrated regularly (several times a week). It also needs to be stored in a specifically prepared storage solution, when not in use.  Using Boost pH+ to try to raise pH with an incorrectly reading probe is a recipe for difficulty.  The first thing you might notice would be cloudiness.  If you see cloudiness, stop and check your pH and alkalinity with a test kit.  Test kits are typically much more reliable than electrodes, in an aquarium environment.\n \n\nIf you set up Boost pH+ on a doser prior to first using it on the system and understanding how it interacts with alkalinity on your particular tank, you are asking for trouble.  Boost pH+ can be dosed on systems that have pH controllers (as long as the alkalinity remains above 7.0 dKH), but it must be dosed based on pH and not based on alkalinity. You should take time to see how it interacts.  Go slow.  Overuse of Boost pH+ can raise the pH too high if you don't measure and pay attention.  Our true buffers, Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P, can be overused without much consequences, but Boost pH+ should not be.  True buffers will stop at a pH of about 8.3. This is not true of Boost pH+, because it is not a buffer.  If you continue to add Boost pH+ to try to raise alkalinity, it could continue to raise the pH to even dangerous levels in much the same way as continuing to press the accelerator on your car will increase the speed past the speed limit.  This isn't likely, but it could happen with gross neglect.  Adding Boost pH+ manually based on pH tests is the best method, until you understand how it works.\n \n\nSigns that you may be overdosing Boost pH+ are cloudiness in the aquarium, or an increase in alkalinity.  If Boost pH+ is increasing your alkalinity, you may be adding too much or too fast or you need to take other measures, such as installing a CO2 scrubber or providing outside air to your skimmer.\nWarning: Contains caustic sodium and potassium hydroxides in a proprietary base; Causes burns. Store Locked Away. Keep out of reach of children. Wear suitable gloves and eye\/face protection during use. Harmful if swallowed. If swallowed: Do not induce vomiting. First rinse mouth thoroughly, then give water, call a poison control center and get medical attention immediately. Causes severe eye and skin irritation. If in eyes, remove any contact lenses, flush with water for 15 minutes IMMEDIATELY, if irritation persists, get medical attention. If on skin, remove contaminated clothes, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for 5 to 10 minutes. Wash clothes.  Seek medical help! 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The pH of natural seawater ranges from approximately 8.2 - 8.4, however maintaining pH in the range of 8.4 - 8.5 on a daily basis is thought to have a positive effect on captive marine organism growth rate, primarily in stony corals. Also it may help prevent bleaching, boost immune response and assist in coloration. To maintain a stable pH within the desired range, the alkalinity should first be maintained above 7.0 dKH (2.5 meq\/L). Aquaria with low circulation at the water’s surface, or in which a CO2-injected calcium reactor is being employed, or which are placed in an enclosed room with human and animal inhabitants (giving off CO2 into the air), often have a depressed pH due to carbon dioxide build up. In an aquarium which has a proper alkalinity as stated above, Boost pH+, along with other measures, such as providing outside air to the skimmer intake and other CO2 control methods, can help to bring pH in the aquarium back into a higher desired range. Use as directed and do not exceed a pH value of 8.5, because pH at 8.6 or higher may be stressful and\/or damaging to sensitive aquarium inhabitants. Additionally, changes to pH should be made very gradually, again to avoid stressing aquarium inhabitants. See suggestions for adjusting alkalinity below. It is not unusual for pH to fluctuate throughout the course of 24-hours between seemingly wide-ranging values (i.e. lower at night higher during the middle of the day); this is a natural occurrence that is caused by changes in the rates of photosynthesis between dark and light periods. If pH levels are seen to be constantly below the desired level and alkalinity is within the proper range, then the addition of Boost pH+, this product, may be helpful.  If comparing pH to determine how Boost pH+ is working, measure at the same time every day. \n\nInstructions \u0026amp; Guidelines\nCauses burns, Do not get into your eyes! Keep Locked Away out of reach of children. First read warning and follow safety recommendations while using or storing this product! Wear suitable gloves and eye\/face protection during use. If you get the product on your skin or eyes, follow the instructions on the bottle and rinse with copious amounts of water and seek professional medical help, IMMEDIATELY. When used as directed, this product safely raises pH. You should first use other products to adjust alkalinity over 7.0 dKH. Although Boost pH+ will raise the alkalinity, Do not attempt to use Boost pH+ on systems with low alkalinity or to use it to just raise alkalinity.  It is not designed for that.  First, determine the alkalinity in the aquarium using an accurate test kit (recommended) or recently-calibrated meter before using this product (see section below on pitfalls prior to use). If the alkalinity is below 7.0 dKH or 2.5 meq\/L, adjust it first using Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP (all of these products raise both the alkalinity and pH and then ideally allow 24-hours to elapse before re-testing alkalinity and pH, then adjust pH upward, if needed, by adding Boost pH+ as directed below. The dosage required will vary significantly based on a number of factors, but as a general estimate, 2.0 ml of Boost pH+ will raise the pH of 10 US gallons by about .1 to .3 pH, depending on the amount of CO2 in the system and the alkalinity.\n\nDirections\nFirst adjust the alkalinity to above 7.0 (2.5 meq\/L) as described above using Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P(powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP as directed on their bottles.  To raise pH further, add 2.0 ml of Boost pH+ (this product) per 10 US gallons in a high flow area such as a pump intake or a power head exhaust. pH will generally stabilize within 10 minutes following product use, Re-measure pH and dose again, if necessary. Do not add more than 10 ml per 10 gallons per day!  Livestock should not be subjected to a change in pH of more than 0.2 per 24-hour period, so do not overdose Boost pH+. Repeat as needed to attain desired pH value. It is recommended that pH be maintained within a range of +\/-0.2 at all times.\n\nPitfalls\nBoost pH+ is an excellent but somewhat unusual product, in that it is designed to adjust only the high end of your normal buffering system, not do the entire work of a complete buffer.  It has to be designed this way because a regular buffer cannot readily be adjusted to go higher than about 8.3 pH.  Boost pH+ will raise alkalinity also, but do not use it for that purpose. A product like Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP (powder) must first be used, or the marine salt you are using must be properly buffered, so that the alkalinity is in normal seawater ranges.  If the alkalinity is too low, Boost pH+ cannot work properly, and you will be disappointed.  Of course, it is dangerous to operate a marine system below 7.0 dKH and most hobbyists understand this. Systems with low alkalinity are subject to catastrophically rapid drops in pH, in much the same way that bank accounts that have low balances are subject to sudden overdrafts.  In this age of the internet where seemingly everyone with a computer is an expert, there are voices that say that you can operate your tank at 7.0 or even lower (these are individuals that likely like to \"roll the dice\" at a casino too).  Of course a marine aquarium will operate just fine at the low dKH until there is an upset and then everything dies.  The moral of this story is pay attention to alkalinity and keep it above 7.0 dKH, preferably 7.5 or higher.\n\n \n\nPerhaps the worst mistake you can make would be to hook up a large bottle of Boost pH+ to a doser on the first day you use it - without understanding how it works or the effect it will have on your system.  And yes, we have had customers who did this, believe it or not.  This is particularly true if the system has low or borderline low alkalinity. In that case the pH electrode would call for large amounts of Boost pH+ and the result would be an overdose of the system.  pH probes can be notoriously inaccurate when they are not maintained properly nor calibrated properly.  This exacerbates the problem.  We suggest that you use a regular test kit and manually dose until you see how the product effects your system.\n\n \n\n \n\nThe following is a list of mistakes that could cause Boost pH+ not to give you the performance you desire:\n\n \n\nIf you don't adjust the alkalinity to at least 7.0 dKH and maintain that level.  If you don't properly adjust alkalinity with a true buffer, you could observe the need for excessive amounts of Boost pH+, excessive cloudiness of the aquarium or the product will not perform as advertised.  We also recommend that you use a true buffer, such as Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3 (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP to increase the alkalinity, instead of some of the single component so called \"alkalinity\" supplements that only contain sodium carbonate.  You could save money from using them, but they are not really bargains when you factor in the instability in your aquarium that they cannot overcome.  True buffers have multiple ingredients blended to provide tighter control over pH swings and the relative safety from crashes.  True buffers regulate pH besides providing alkalinity.  Sodium carbonate alone does a poor job of regulating pH.\n \n\npH probes are a problem!  Most pH probes will last less than a year in an aquarium, many about six months.  They are not really designed to be used with the plethora of bacteria and particulate matter that exist in an aquarium.  Bacterial slimes, calcium deposits and other coatings build up on their surface rendering them slow, sluggish, or incorrect.  Many hobbyists think their probe is working when it is not.  A pH probe must be cleaned with a properly designed cleaning fluid to remove deposits and calibrated regularly (several times a week). It also needs to be stored in a specifically prepared storage solution, when not in use.  Using Boost pH+ to try to raise pH with an incorrectly reading probe is a recipe for difficulty.  The first thing you might notice would be cloudiness.  If you see cloudiness, stop and check your pH and alkalinity with a test kit.  Test kits are typically much more reliable than electrodes, in an aquarium environment.\n \n\nIf you set up Boost pH+ on a doser prior to first using it on the system and understanding how it interacts with alkalinity on your particular tank, you are asking for trouble.  Boost pH+ can be dosed on systems that have pH controllers (as long as the alkalinity remains above 7.0 dKH), but it must be dosed based on pH and not based on alkalinity. You should take time to see how it interacts.  Go slow.  Overuse of Boost pH+ can raise the pH too high if you don't measure and pay attention.  Our true buffers, Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P, can be overused without much consequences, but Boost pH+ should not be.  True buffers will stop at a pH of about 8.3. This is not true of Boost pH+, because it is not a buffer.  If you continue to add Boost pH+ to try to raise alkalinity, it could continue to raise the pH to even dangerous levels in much the same way as continuing to press the accelerator on your car will increase the speed past the speed limit.  This isn't likely, but it could happen with gross neglect.  Adding Boost pH+ manually based on pH tests is the best method, until you understand how it works.\n \n\nSigns that you may be overdosing Boost pH+ are cloudiness in the aquarium, or an increase in alkalinity.  If Boost pH+ is increasing your alkalinity, you may be adding too much or too fast or you need to take other measures, such as installing a CO2 scrubber or providing outside air to your skimmer.\nWarning: Contains caustic sodium and potassium hydroxides in a proprietary base; Causes burns. Store Locked Away. Keep out of reach of children. Wear suitable gloves and eye\/face protection during use. Harmful if swallowed. If swallowed: Do not induce vomiting. First rinse mouth thoroughly, then give water, call a poison control center and get medical attention immediately. Causes severe eye and skin irritation. If in eyes, remove any contact lenses, flush with water for 15 minutes IMMEDIATELY, if irritation persists, get medical attention. If on skin, remove contaminated clothes, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for 5 to 10 minutes. Wash clothes.  Seek medical help! 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The pH of natural seawater ranges from approximately 8.2 - 8.4, however maintaining pH in the range of 8.4 - 8.5 on a daily basis is thought to have a positive effect on captive marine organism growth rate, primarily in stony corals. Also it may help prevent bleaching, boost immune response and assist in coloration. To maintain a stable pH within the desired range, the alkalinity should first be maintained above 7.0 dKH (2.5 meq\/L). Aquaria with low circulation at the water’s surface, or in which a CO2-injected calcium reactor is being employed, or which are placed in an enclosed room with human and animal inhabitants (giving off CO2 into the air), often have a depressed pH due to carbon dioxide build up. In an aquarium which has a proper alkalinity as stated above, Boost pH+, along with other measures, such as providing outside air to the skimmer intake and other CO2 control methods, can help to bring pH in the aquarium back into a higher desired range. Use as directed and do not exceed a pH value of 8.5, because pH at 8.6 or higher may be stressful and\/or damaging to sensitive aquarium inhabitants. Additionally, changes to pH should be made very gradually, again to avoid stressing aquarium inhabitants. See suggestions for adjusting alkalinity below. It is not unusual for pH to fluctuate throughout the course of 24-hours between seemingly wide-ranging values (i.e. lower at night higher during the middle of the day); this is a natural occurrence that is caused by changes in the rates of photosynthesis between dark and light periods. If pH levels are seen to be constantly below the desired level and alkalinity is within the proper range, then the addition of Boost pH+, this product, may be helpful.  If comparing pH to determine how Boost pH+ is working, measure at the same time every day. \n\nInstructions \u0026amp; Guidelines\nCauses burns, Do not get into your eyes! Keep Locked Away out of reach of children. First read warning and follow safety recommendations while using or storing this product! Wear suitable gloves and eye\/face protection during use. If you get the product on your skin or eyes, follow the instructions on the bottle and rinse with copious amounts of water and seek professional medical help, IMMEDIATELY. When used as directed, this product safely raises pH. You should first use other products to adjust alkalinity over 7.0 dKH. Although Boost pH+ will raise the alkalinity, Do not attempt to use Boost pH+ on systems with low alkalinity or to use it to just raise alkalinity.  It is not designed for that.  First, determine the alkalinity in the aquarium using an accurate test kit (recommended) or recently-calibrated meter before using this product (see section below on pitfalls prior to use). If the alkalinity is below 7.0 dKH or 2.5 meq\/L, adjust it first using Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP (all of these products raise both the alkalinity and pH and then ideally allow 24-hours to elapse before re-testing alkalinity and pH, then adjust pH upward, if needed, by adding Boost pH+ as directed below. The dosage required will vary significantly based on a number of factors, but as a general estimate, 2.0 ml of Boost pH+ will raise the pH of 10 US gallons by about .1 to .3 pH, depending on the amount of CO2 in the system and the alkalinity.\n\nDirections\nFirst adjust the alkalinity to above 7.0 (2.5 meq\/L) as described above using Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P(powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP as directed on their bottles.  To raise pH further, add 2.0 ml of Boost pH+ (this product) per 10 US gallons in a high flow area such as a pump intake or a power head exhaust. pH will generally stabilize within 10 minutes following product use, Re-measure pH and dose again, if necessary. Do not add more than 10 ml per 10 gallons per day!  Livestock should not be subjected to a change in pH of more than 0.2 per 24-hour period, so do not overdose Boost pH+. Repeat as needed to attain desired pH value. It is recommended that pH be maintained within a range of +\/-0.2 at all times.\n\nPitfalls\nBoost pH+ is an excellent but somewhat unusual product, in that it is designed to adjust only the high end of your normal buffering system, not do the entire work of a complete buffer.  It has to be designed this way because a regular buffer cannot readily be adjusted to go higher than about 8.3 pH.  Boost pH+ will raise alkalinity also, but do not use it for that purpose. A product like Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP (powder) must first be used, or the marine salt you are using must be properly buffered, so that the alkalinity is in normal seawater ranges.  If the alkalinity is too low, Boost pH+ cannot work properly, and you will be disappointed.  Of course, it is dangerous to operate a marine system below 7.0 dKH and most hobbyists understand this. Systems with low alkalinity are subject to catastrophically rapid drops in pH, in much the same way that bank accounts that have low balances are subject to sudden overdrafts.  In this age of the internet where seemingly everyone with a computer is an expert, there are voices that say that you can operate your tank at 7.0 or even lower (these are individuals that likely like to \"roll the dice\" at a casino too).  Of course a marine aquarium will operate just fine at the low dKH until there is an upset and then everything dies.  The moral of this story is pay attention to alkalinity and keep it above 7.0 dKH, preferably 7.5 or higher.\n\n \n\nPerhaps the worst mistake you can make would be to hook up a large bottle of Boost pH+ to a doser on the first day you use it - without understanding how it works or the effect it will have on your system.  And yes, we have had customers who did this, believe it or not.  This is particularly true if the system has low or borderline low alkalinity. In that case the pH electrode would call for large amounts of Boost pH+ and the result would be an overdose of the system.  pH probes can be notoriously inaccurate when they are not maintained properly nor calibrated properly.  This exacerbates the problem.  We suggest that you use a regular test kit and manually dose until you see how the product effects your system.\n\n \n\n \n\nThe following is a list of mistakes that could cause Boost pH+ not to give you the performance you desire:\n\n \n\nIf you don't adjust the alkalinity to at least 7.0 dKH and maintain that level.  If you don't properly adjust alkalinity with a true buffer, you could observe the need for excessive amounts of Boost pH+, excessive cloudiness of the aquarium or the product will not perform as advertised.  We also recommend that you use a true buffer, such as Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3 (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP to increase the alkalinity, instead of some of the single component so called \"alkalinity\" supplements that only contain sodium carbonate.  You could save money from using them, but they are not really bargains when you factor in the instability in your aquarium that they cannot overcome.  True buffers have multiple ingredients blended to provide tighter control over pH swings and the relative safety from crashes.  True buffers regulate pH besides providing alkalinity.  Sodium carbonate alone does a poor job of regulating pH.\n \n\npH probes are a problem!  Most pH probes will last less than a year in an aquarium, many about six months.  They are not really designed to be used with the plethora of bacteria and particulate matter that exist in an aquarium.  Bacterial slimes, calcium deposits and other coatings build up on their surface rendering them slow, sluggish, or incorrect.  Many hobbyists think their probe is working when it is not.  A pH probe must be cleaned with a properly designed cleaning fluid to remove deposits and calibrated regularly (several times a week). It also needs to be stored in a specifically prepared storage solution, when not in use.  Using Boost pH+ to try to raise pH with an incorrectly reading probe is a recipe for difficulty.  The first thing you might notice would be cloudiness.  If you see cloudiness, stop and check your pH and alkalinity with a test kit.  Test kits are typically much more reliable than electrodes, in an aquarium environment.\n \n\nIf you set up Boost pH+ on a doser prior to first using it on the system and understanding how it interacts with alkalinity on your particular tank, you are asking for trouble.  Boost pH+ can be dosed on systems that have pH controllers (as long as the alkalinity remains above 7.0 dKH), but it must be dosed based on pH and not based on alkalinity. You should take time to see how it interacts.  Go slow.  Overuse of Boost pH+ can raise the pH too high if you don't measure and pay attention.  Our true buffers, Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P, can be overused without much consequences, but Boost pH+ should not be.  True buffers will stop at a pH of about 8.3. This is not true of Boost pH+, because it is not a buffer.  If you continue to add Boost pH+ to try to raise alkalinity, it could continue to raise the pH to even dangerous levels in much the same way as continuing to press the accelerator on your car will increase the speed past the speed limit.  This isn't likely, but it could happen with gross neglect.  Adding Boost pH+ manually based on pH tests is the best method, until you understand how it works.\n \n\nSigns that you may be overdosing Boost pH+ are cloudiness in the aquarium, or an increase in alkalinity.  If Boost pH+ is increasing your alkalinity, you may be adding too much or too fast or you need to take other measures, such as installing a CO2 scrubber or providing outside air to your skimmer.\nWarning: Contains caustic sodium and potassium hydroxides in a proprietary base; Causes burns. Store Locked Away. Keep out of reach of children. Wear suitable gloves and eye\/face protection during use. Harmful if swallowed. If swallowed: Do not induce vomiting. First rinse mouth thoroughly, then give water, call a poison control center and get medical attention immediately. Causes severe eye and skin irritation. If in eyes, remove any contact lenses, flush with water for 15 minutes IMMEDIATELY, if irritation persists, get medical attention. If on skin, remove contaminated clothes, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for 5 to 10 minutes. Wash clothes.  Seek medical help! 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The pH of natural seawater ranges from approximately 8.2 - 8.4, however maintaining pH in the range of 8.4 - 8.5 on a daily basis is thought to have a positive effect on captive marine organism growth rate, primarily in stony corals. Also it may help prevent bleaching, boost immune response and assist in coloration. To maintain a stable pH within the desired range, the alkalinity should first be maintained above 7.0 dKH (2.5 meq\/L). Aquaria with low circulation at the water’s surface, or in which a CO2-injected calcium reactor is being employed, or which are placed in an enclosed room with human and animal inhabitants (giving off CO2 into the air), often have a depressed pH due to carbon dioxide build up. In an aquarium which has a proper alkalinity as stated above, Boost pH+, along with other measures, such as providing outside air to the skimmer intake and other CO2 control methods, can help to bring pH in the aquarium back into a higher desired range. Use as directed and do not exceed a pH value of 8.5, because pH at 8.6 or higher may be stressful and\/or damaging to sensitive aquarium inhabitants. Additionally, changes to pH should be made very gradually, again to avoid stressing aquarium inhabitants. See suggestions for adjusting alkalinity below. It is not unusual for pH to fluctuate throughout the course of 24-hours between seemingly wide-ranging values (i.e. lower at night higher during the middle of the day); this is a natural occurrence that is caused by changes in the rates of photosynthesis between dark and light periods. If pH levels are seen to be constantly below the desired level and alkalinity is within the proper range, then the addition of Boost pH+, this product, may be helpful.  If comparing pH to determine how Boost pH+ is working, measure at the same time every day. \n\nInstructions \u0026amp; Guidelines\nCauses burns, Do not get into your eyes! Keep Locked Away out of reach of children. First read warning and follow safety recommendations while using or storing this product! Wear suitable gloves and eye\/face protection during use. If you get the product on your skin or eyes, follow the instructions on the bottle and rinse with copious amounts of water and seek professional medical help, IMMEDIATELY. When used as directed, this product safely raises pH. You should first use other products to adjust alkalinity over 7.0 dKH. Although Boost pH+ will raise the alkalinity, Do not attempt to use Boost pH+ on systems with low alkalinity or to use it to just raise alkalinity.  It is not designed for that.  First, determine the alkalinity in the aquarium using an accurate test kit (recommended) or recently-calibrated meter before using this product (see section below on pitfalls prior to use). If the alkalinity is below 7.0 dKH or 2.5 meq\/L, adjust it first using Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP (all of these products raise both the alkalinity and pH and then ideally allow 24-hours to elapse before re-testing alkalinity and pH, then adjust pH upward, if needed, by adding Boost pH+ as directed below. The dosage required will vary significantly based on a number of factors, but as a general estimate, 2.0 ml of Boost pH+ will raise the pH of 10 US gallons by about .1 to .3 pH, depending on the amount of CO2 in the system and the alkalinity.\n\nDirections\nFirst adjust the alkalinity to above 7.0 (2.5 meq\/L) as described above using Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P(powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP as directed on their bottles.  To raise pH further, add 2.0 ml of Boost pH+ (this product) per 10 US gallons in a high flow area such as a pump intake or a power head exhaust. pH will generally stabilize within 10 minutes following product use, Re-measure pH and dose again, if necessary. Do not add more than 10 ml per 10 gallons per day!  Livestock should not be subjected to a change in pH of more than 0.2 per 24-hour period, so do not overdose Boost pH+. Repeat as needed to attain desired pH value. It is recommended that pH be maintained within a range of +\/-0.2 at all times.\n\nPitfalls\nBoost pH+ is an excellent but somewhat unusual product, in that it is designed to adjust only the high end of your normal buffering system, not do the entire work of a complete buffer.  It has to be designed this way because a regular buffer cannot readily be adjusted to go higher than about 8.3 pH.  Boost pH+ will raise alkalinity also, but do not use it for that purpose. A product like Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP (powder) must first be used, or the marine salt you are using must be properly buffered, so that the alkalinity is in normal seawater ranges.  If the alkalinity is too low, Boost pH+ cannot work properly, and you will be disappointed.  Of course, it is dangerous to operate a marine system below 7.0 dKH and most hobbyists understand this. Systems with low alkalinity are subject to catastrophically rapid drops in pH, in much the same way that bank accounts that have low balances are subject to sudden overdrafts.  In this age of the internet where seemingly everyone with a computer is an expert, there are voices that say that you can operate your tank at 7.0 or even lower (these are individuals that likely like to \"roll the dice\" at a casino too).  Of course a marine aquarium will operate just fine at the low dKH until there is an upset and then everything dies.  The moral of this story is pay attention to alkalinity and keep it above 7.0 dKH, preferably 7.5 or higher.\n\n \n\nPerhaps the worst mistake you can make would be to hook up a large bottle of Boost pH+ to a doser on the first day you use it - without understanding how it works or the effect it will have on your system.  And yes, we have had customers who did this, believe it or not.  This is particularly true if the system has low or borderline low alkalinity. In that case the pH electrode would call for large amounts of Boost pH+ and the result would be an overdose of the system.  pH probes can be notoriously inaccurate when they are not maintained properly nor calibrated properly.  This exacerbates the problem.  We suggest that you use a regular test kit and manually dose until you see how the product effects your system.\n\n \n\n \n\nThe following is a list of mistakes that could cause Boost pH+ not to give you the performance you desire:\n\n \n\nIf you don't adjust the alkalinity to at least 7.0 dKH and maintain that level.  If you don't properly adjust alkalinity with a true buffer, you could observe the need for excessive amounts of Boost pH+, excessive cloudiness of the aquarium or the product will not perform as advertised.  We also recommend that you use a true buffer, such as Brightwell Aquatics’ pH+ or Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3 (powder) or Reef Code B or Reef Code BP to increase the alkalinity, instead of some of the single component so called \"alkalinity\" supplements that only contain sodium carbonate.  You could save money from using them, but they are not really bargains when you factor in the instability in your aquarium that they cannot overcome.  True buffers have multiple ingredients blended to provide tighter control over pH swings and the relative safety from crashes.  True buffers regulate pH besides providing alkalinity.  Sodium carbonate alone does a poor job of regulating pH.\n \n\npH probes are a problem!  Most pH probes will last less than a year in an aquarium, many about six months.  They are not really designed to be used with the plethora of bacteria and particulate matter that exist in an aquarium.  Bacterial slimes, calcium deposits and other coatings build up on their surface rendering them slow, sluggish, or incorrect.  Many hobbyists think their probe is working when it is not.  A pH probe must be cleaned with a properly designed cleaning fluid to remove deposits and calibrated regularly (several times a week). It also needs to be stored in a specifically prepared storage solution, when not in use.  Using Boost pH+ to try to raise pH with an incorrectly reading probe is a recipe for difficulty.  The first thing you might notice would be cloudiness.  If you see cloudiness, stop and check your pH and alkalinity with a test kit.  Test kits are typically much more reliable than electrodes, in an aquarium environment.\n \n\nIf you set up Boost pH+ on a doser prior to first using it on the system and understanding how it interacts with alkalinity on your particular tank, you are asking for trouble.  Boost pH+ can be dosed on systems that have pH controllers (as long as the alkalinity remains above 7.0 dKH), but it must be dosed based on pH and not based on alkalinity. You should take time to see how it interacts.  Go slow.  Overuse of Boost pH+ can raise the pH too high if you don't measure and pay attention.  Our true buffers, Alkalin8.3 or Alkalin8.3-P, can be overused without much consequences, but Boost pH+ should not be.  True buffers will stop at a pH of about 8.3. This is not true of Boost pH+, because it is not a buffer.  If you continue to add Boost pH+ to try to raise alkalinity, it could continue to raise the pH to even dangerous levels in much the same way as continuing to press the accelerator on your car will increase the speed past the speed limit.  This isn't likely, but it could happen with gross neglect.  Adding Boost pH+ manually based on pH tests is the best method, until you understand how it works.\n \n\nSigns that you may be overdosing Boost pH+ are cloudiness in the aquarium, or an increase in alkalinity.  If Boost pH+ is increasing your alkalinity, you may be adding too much or too fast or you need to take other measures, such as installing a CO2 scrubber or providing outside air to your skimmer.\nWarning: Contains caustic sodium and potassium hydroxides in a proprietary base; Causes burns. Store Locked Away. Keep out of reach of children. Wear suitable gloves and eye\/face protection during use. Harmful if swallowed. If swallowed: Do not induce vomiting. 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Each ml of Brightwell Aquatics Alkalin8.3 will increase the alkalinity in 1 US-gallon (3.785 L) of water by 3.1 dKH (1.1 meq\/L). If the initial alkalinity in the aquarium is below 7 dKH (2.5 meq\/L), add this product at the maximum rate of 5 ml per 10 US-gallons daily until the desired alkalinity is attained, then dose daily or weekly as needed (see below). For minor adjustments to alkalinity, add 5 ml (1 tsp) of Alkalin8.3 per 30 US-gallons of aquarium water as needed to maintain the alkalinity within the proper range. Always try to maintain the alkalinity within a range of +\/-1 dKH. To determine the rate of alkalinity depletion once the desired alkalinity has been acquired, measure the alkalinity at the same time each day over a one- to two-week period. 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The rate at which alkalinity is depleted in a reef aquarium is determined by the stocking density of reef-building livestock, type of lighting, rate of water circulation, and other biological, physical, and chemical conditions; therefore, each aquarium will have different requirements for the rate of alkalinity supplementation. Once the rate of alkalinity depletion in the aquarium has been determined, the proper dosing rate of this product can be easily calculated. It is recommended that a quality salt mix with the proper (not augmented) alkalinity and concentrations of major, minor, and trace elements be used to establish natural seawater parameters in the reef aquarium, providing a stable ionic foundation on which to build. For additional information on alkalinity and other important aspects of marine chemistry for marine aquaria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll Brightwell Aquatics liquid water care supplements are made with purified water and high purity materials. 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Maximum benefit of any liquid food suspension is achieved when the food is target-fed to the intended organisms rather than poured into a stream of water and allowed to disperse randomly throughout the aquarium. Over a period of several months, the dosage may be increased by 50% if so desired as long as water quality is monitored and maintained to within the required ranges. Note that starting at a low dosage will not cause any harm to the livestock, and will enable you to notice subtle changes in the appearance of the system that indicate the effectiveness and need for the product. Observe water quality carefully at all times, making adjustments as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo fortify live food:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shake product well before using. Separate the portion of the live food (such as rotifers, daphnia, brine shrimp, etc.) and place them in a clean vessel without water circulation. 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It combines the best features of self-emulsifying liquid concentrate products with amino acids present in proportions found in various species of marine fishes. These substances are used by the body to create and repair tissue. While the use of amino acids and omega-3 and -6 HUFAs is primarily to fortify foods to be consumed by fishes, it has also proven effective in increasing the rate of tissue growth in corals, clams, crustaceans, and their respective allies. Fishes that receive a diet deficient in one or more crucial aspects may develop deterioration of the tissue along the lateral line and around the face. As noted, amino acids and omega-3 and -6 HUFAs have been shown to repair tissue damage caused by deficient diet. \u003cstrong\u003eAminŌmega\u003c\/strong\u003e is a concentrated product and should not be overdosed or added directly to aquarium water; doing so may cause water quality to deteriorate. 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Maximum benefit of any liquid food suspension is achieved when the food is target-fed to the intended organisms rather than poured into a stream of water and allowed to disperse randomly throughout the aquarium. Over a period of several months, the dosage may be increased by 50% if so desired as long as water quality is monitored and maintained to within the required ranges. Note that starting at a low dosage will not cause any harm to the livestock, and will enable you to notice subtle changes in the appearance of the system that indicate the effectiveness and need for the product. Observe water quality carefully at all times, making adjustments as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo fortify live food:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shake product well before using. Separate the portion of the live food (such as rotifers, daphnia, brine shrimp, etc.) and place them in a clean vessel without water circulation. Add 1 drop AminŌmega per quart of water in the vessel and stir gently to disperse the droplets throughout, then allow 20 - 40 minutes for the organisms to consume the droplets. Next, strain the organisms from the vessel with a fine-mesh net and gently rinse them over a sink with a small amount of fresh water. 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Some species are more problematic in this regard than others; within the former group, various species of angelfishes, butterflyfishes, and the Moorish Idol are of particular note. AngeLixir improves feeding response and provides important amino acids in sponge tissue ratios, as well as providing marine proteins to increase the protein concentration in foods (particularly beneficial to fish that have lost body mass). AngeLixir is not meant to be a substitute for proper husbandry, or for making ethical decisions regarding the feasibility of maintaining spongivorous species in captivity; it is, however, an effective means of improving food palatability and nutrition, and increasing the chances of all fish species’ acceptance of unfamiliar foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions and Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAngeLixir is readily absorbed by natural and prepared foods. Shake inner bottle well before each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo fortify natural frozen foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse food in a fine-mesh net under running cold tap water until the food has thawed and the solution in which the food was frozen has been discarded. Then, squeeze as much of the excess liquid from the food as possible. Place food in a clean container, such as a small bowl or cup, and add only enough AngeLixir to saturate. Feed after 5 minutes have elapsed. Repeat three - five times daily to ensure that fish are receiving adequate food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo fortify freeze-dried and prepared foods (e.g. pellets): \u003c\/strong\u003ePlace food in a clean container such as a small bowl or cup and add only enough AngeLixir to saturate. Feed after 5 minutes have elapsed. Repeat three - five times daily to ensure that fish are receiving adequate food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has been our experience that natural foods, such as krill, mysis, and brine shrimp (thoroughly rinsed if frozen) are generally more readily accepted by newly introduced fishes than are most prepared foods, presumably due to familiar chemical and visual cues associated with natural prey items (as opposed to the relative unfamiliarity of prepared foods). If a fish has spent sufficient time in a retailer’s system to become acclimated to feeding on specific types of foods, it is wise to purchase and feed the same foods to increase the chances that the fish will begin eating shortly after introduction to its’ new surroundings. 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Some species are more problematic in this regard than others; within the former group, various species of angelfishes, butterflyfishes, and the Moorish Idol are of particular note. AngeLixir improves feeding response and provides important amino acids in sponge tissue ratios, as well as providing marine proteins to increase the protein concentration in foods (particularly beneficial to fish that have lost body mass). 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Recent experimentation with maintaining slightly elevated [B] in reef aquaria indicates that enhanced production of red phytopigments results, improving color intensity of zooxanthellate corals with a yellow, orange, or red base coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe importance of boron to reef-building organisms is most apparent when beginning to dose it in aquaria with depleted boron concentrations, and\/or in which the sea salt mixture employed is boron-deficient; in such cases, changes in the rate of coralline algae growth, as well as in the appearance of many corals, may be observed within the first weeks of daily dosing. Maintaining boron within a range of 4 - 6 ppm is sufficient for long-term health, growth, and coloration of corals when all other physical and chemical requirements are met. The rate at which boron is extracted from the water is determined by the stocking density of boron-depleting livestock, rate of production of weak acids that may impact alkalinity and pH, composition of buffer(s) employed in the system, characteristics of lighting and method(s) of filtration employed, and other biological, physical, and chemical conditions; therefore, each aquarium will have different requirements for the rate of boron supplementation. Once the rate of boron uptake in the aquarium has been determined (see opposite), the proper dosing rate of this supplement can be easily calculated. It is recommended that a quality salt mix with the proper (not augmented) alkalinity and concentrations of major, minor, and trace elements be used to establish natural seawater parameters in marine aquaria, providing a stable ionic foundation on which to build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions and Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead instructions completely before use. Shake container before each application. The natural seawater concentration of boron is ~4.54 ppm; maintaining the boron concentration in reef aquaria within a range of 4 - 6 ppm is recommended. Enhanced red coloration in coral tissue may be observed when maintaining an elevated boron concentration, however attention should be paid to alkalinity and pH when using BoroChrōm for this purpose. 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If the initial [B] in the aquarium is below 1.5 ppm, add this product at the maximum rate of 1 ml per 100 US-gallons daily until the boron concentration measures between 4 - 7 ppm, then dose daily or weekly as needed (see below). Always try to maintain the [B] within a range of +\/-2 ppm. To determine the dosing rate of this product once the desired [B] has been acquired, measure the daily rate of boron uptake (i.e. the decrease in boron) in your aquarium by measuring the [B] at the same time each day over a one- to two-week period. To determine the daily dosing rate (preferable to weekly dosing) for boron maintenance: estimate the volume of water in the entire aquarium system; divide the daily decrease in [B] by 1.5; multiply this number by the volume of water in the system to get the daily dosage required (ml) to maintain a stable [B]. 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The rate at which boron is extracted from the water is determined by the stocking density of boron-depleting livestock, rate of production of weak acids that may impact alkalinity and pH, composition of buffer(s) employed in the system, characteristics of lighting and method(s) of filtration employed, and other biological, physical, and chemical conditions; therefore, each aquarium will have different requirements for the rate of boron supplementation. Once the rate of boron uptake in the aquarium has been determined (see opposite), the proper dosing rate of this supplement can be easily calculated. 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Gradually increasing the boron concentration (by no more than ~1 ppm each day) will yield greatest stability of water chemistry and is strongly recommended. A maximum sustained boron concentration of 8 ppm is recommended. Changes in coloration may take 1 - 4 weeks to appear, and each colony will respond differently (some may not change color noticeably, depending upon base coloration, duration of dosing, and sustained boron concentration in system); results will vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetermine the boron concentration in the aquarium system using an accurate test kit before supplementing. Each ml (~20 drops) of BoroChrōm will increase the concentration of boron (\"[B]\") in 1 US-gallon (3.785 L) of water by approximately 1.5 ppm (~0.075 ppm per drop). 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