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Old 12/24/2007, 01:56 PM
woogy woogy is offline
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salinity recommendations

I currently have mine at 1.025. Is this too high? There are so many contraindications to what it should be depending on the livetock.
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Old 12/24/2007, 02:00 PM
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It's fine at 1.025....I'd say that you can just leave it there or go to 1.026...1.027. But that's the range I'd stay in. No reason to change.
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Old 12/24/2007, 02:06 PM
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That is totally fine. The important thing is that you keep it stable, and not let the salitnity level swing to much. Aim for 1.026, but realize anywhere from 1.023-1.027 is well withiin acceptable levels. Don't worry and enjoy your tank.
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Old 12/24/2007, 02:08 PM
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I think it's fine too. The salinity of ocean water is not exactly the same in all reefs. Just make sure the hydrometer or refractometer is right.
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Old 12/24/2007, 02:11 PM
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1.026 is the best, Closest to the ocean is always the best range.
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Old 12/24/2007, 02:50 PM
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I agree with 1.026, but if you are using a hydrometer I would go 1.024 just in case it is off a little you won't be too high.
 


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