Brightwell Aquatics Alkalin8.3-P - Alkaline KH Buffer Powder for All Marine and Reef Aquariums, 4-kg

• Multi-component automatic buffer (alkalinity-increasing) that regulates pH & makes for a much more stable aquariums when used as directed
• Provides A Source Of Carbonates
• Made In The Usa
• Item Package Weight: 10.0 Pounds

Product Description Alkalinity, also referred to as carbonate hardness or buffering capacity, is essentially a means of quantifying the stability of pH in a solution, such as aquarium water. In an aquarium, weak acids formed by oxygen respiration and the decomposition of organic material gradually deplete alkalinity. If left unchecked, the alkalinity drops below a critical level and pH begins to fluctuate more than is normally suggested (a daily pH shift of +/-0. 2 is normal in marine aquaria). This would cause stress to livestock. Alkalinity is also depleted by reef-building organisms during the production of aragonite ( 60% carbonates by weight), and is very important for their rapid growth. Maintaining the alkalinity in marine aquaria between 7 - 12 dKH (2. 5 - 4. 3 meq/L) will generally maintain pH within the desired range, and Brightwell Alkalin8. 3P makes that easier. Directions Basic: Dissolve 2 grams (~½ teaspoon) of product per 20 US-gallons of aquarium water in 8-fl. oz. of freshwater; add every other day or as needed to maintain the alkalinity within a range of 7 - 12 dKH. When used in this fashion, 1,000 g treats up to 10,000 US-gallons (37,854 L). Advanced: Determine the alkalinity in the aquarium using an accurate test kit before supplementing. Each g of Alkalin8.3-P will increase the alkalinity in 1 US-gallon (3.785 L) of water by 12 dKH (4.2 meq/L).] EZ Calculations: For dKH: Multiply tank capacity in gallons x dKH increase desired x .089 = grams of product to add. Example to raise the alkalinity by 1.2 dKH in a 50 gallon tank the calculation is: 1.2 x 50 x 0.089 = 5.35 grams or 1 teaspoon. For meq/L: Multiply tank capacity in gallons x meq/L increase desired x .25 = grams of product to add. Example to raise the alkalinity by 0.5 meq/L in a 50 gallon tank the calculation is: 0.5 x 50 x 0.25 = 6.25 grams or 1.2 teaspoons. Caution: Contains carbonate, borate and bicarbonate salts; harmful if swallowed. If swallowed: give water, get medical attention. May cause eye or skin irritation. If in eyes, flush with water for 15 minutes, get medical attention. If on skin, wash thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.