Tetra TH53075 AlgaeControl 3in1 Algae Water Test Strips Instructions
- June 12, 2024
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Tetra TH53075 AlgaeControl 3in1 Algae Water Test Strips Instructions
instructions for use
Tests the two most important algae growth parameters, nitrate and phosphate, as well as the buffer capacity of aquarium and pond water quickly and easily.
How to test:
Dip the test strip into the water and move for two seconds. Wait for approximately 60 seconds, do not shake off excess liquid, and compare the test fields with the scale. Attention: Do not touch the test fields or hold them under running water.
Nitrate (NO3
- As part of the nitrogen cycle in your aquarium or garden pond, organic material that contains nitrogen such as fish excrements and uneaten food degrades and causes nitrite (NO2- ) and finally nitrate (NO3 – ) to accumulate in the water. Nitrate in concentrations greater than 50 mg/l in aquaria and greater than 10 mg/l in garden ponds promote strong algae growth.
- If the nitrate concentration is too high, a partial water exchange should be carried out. In addition, good plant growth helps to reduce excess nitrate. This can be achieved by fertilizing with Tetra PlantaMin.
- An additional nitrate reduction in the aquarium can be achieved with Tetra NitrateMinus.
- Always prepare the water with Tetra AquaSafe before or after you add new water to the aquarium or pond.
Phosphate (PO4 3-):
- The phosphate content in the aquarium or pond is continuously increasing due to the feeding of the fish and the natural decomposition processes of organic material. The phosphate value should be as low as possible in order not to promote algae growth. In any case, a phosphate concentration of < 2 mg/l is desirable.
- If the phosphate concentration is too high, carry out a partial water change.
- An additional phosphate reduction can be achieved with Tetra PhosphateMinus for aquariums or ponds.
- Always prepare the water with Tetra AquaSafe before or after you add new water to the aquarium or pond.
Carbonate Hardness (KH):
KH represents the hydrogen carbonate concentration, which acts as a pH-buffer.
A stable buffer
capacity will be achieved by KH values >= 6 °dH.
- If the KH level in your aquarium is too low, add Tetra pH/KH Plus. This increases the hydrogen carbonate concentration and buffers the pH value in the long term.
- If the KH level in your pond is too low, add Tetra Pond WaterStabiliser. This allows you to achieve sufficient buffer capacity in your pond water. This is also an optimal condition for effective and safe algae control.
You can find additional information on ‘water quality’ at www.tetra.net
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