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pfan151
04/17/2003, 03:03 PM
How long is recommended?
Wilafur
04/17/2003, 06:25 PM
about 20-30mins.
jdg
04/19/2003, 12:48 AM
Hmmm ... You can drop a clam in freshwater for 20-30 minutes ??
Wilafur
04/19/2003, 04:55 PM
yes you can.
Wilafur
04/19/2003, 04:57 PM
http://archive.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=154691&highlight=clam+freshwater

http://archive.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=140761&highlight=clam+freshwater

there are a few more posts out there.

hth
jdg
04/19/2003, 06:27 PM
Thanks! I took a look at the threads, though I'm still unsure as to the correct ratio of RO/DI to SW ... 80/20, 90/10, or 100/0 ? What's the best method? So far, the 30 minute period seems to be the recommended time frame, just not sure on the water parameter. I would assume that temp/pH have to match regardless ...

Also, how about flow in the dipping container? Any?

Also, is it advisable to FW dip only when the clam shows signs of distress, or should the dip be performed on all new specimens?

Thanks in advance!

Joe.
Wilafur
04/20/2003, 12:23 AM
it is really up to you. i personally have dipped clams in a 100% ro/di solution with only temp matching my tank for around 30mins.

no flow, i just float a tubberware of ro/di water in the sump and add the clam to the tubberware for 30mins.

hth
jdg
04/20/2003, 12:28 AM
You didn't match pH ?