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Old 07/11/2007, 09:43 AM
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Test Kit Recommendations???

what test kits would you guys recommend that are cheap and accurate? i'm gettin sick of running down to the LFS to get my water tested once a week.
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Old 07/11/2007, 12:17 PM
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Old 07/11/2007, 12:25 PM
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salifert
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Old 07/11/2007, 01:02 PM
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Api/Seachem in the cheap, Salifert/Elos = $$
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Old 07/11/2007, 02:37 PM
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salifert
if you want incorrect readings...
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Old 07/11/2007, 02:49 PM
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whats the most accurate?
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Old 07/11/2007, 02:56 PM
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Everyone lately is saying elos or LaMotte. I haven't tried either so I don't really know. I do have salifert and I am rather displeased with them right now.
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Old 07/11/2007, 05:17 PM
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I've been very satisfied with LaMotte kits - Alk, Ca, and Nitrate. A little pricier than some, but accurate and top quality accessories - glass vials , plastic filecard box container, etc.
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Old 07/11/2007, 05:22 PM
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whats the most accurate?

I'm not sure anyone can aswer this with any certainty.


I have had good luck with Elos, Lamotte, and Salifert. I use Elos as the quality is top notch and Jesse provides A+ customer service.
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