Salt H2O 101
Some basic information for your aquarium. Feel free to call one of our Salt Water Experts at (904) 551-6528 if you have any further questions.
Fish Only Marine Aquarium Parameters
|
Unit |
Measurement |
|
Specific Gravity |
1.019-1.022 |
|
Temperature |
74-80F |
|
PH |
8.0-8.4 |
|
Alkalinity |
2.9-3.5 meq/L |
|
Calcium |
N/A |
|
Ammonium & Nitrite |
0 (both toxic to marine life) |
|
Nitrate |
< 60ppm |
|
Phosphate |
< 0.1ppm (to prevent algae) |
Reef Aquarium Parameters
|
Unit |
Measurement |
|
Specific Gravity |
1.023-1.026 |
|
Temperature |
74-80F (stable) |
|
PH |
8.0-8.5 |
|
Alkalinity |
3.5-4 meq/L |
|
Calcium |
350-500ppm |
|
Ammonium & Nitrite |
0 (both toxic to marine life) |
|
Nitrate |
< 20ppm (0 ideal) |
|
Phosphate |
< 0.1ppm (to prevent algae) |
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