API Freshwater Master Test Kit, Kit includes laminated color card, 4 test tubes & holding tray

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If you don’t measure your water parameters on a weekly basis, or even longer, you, your tank, and your fish will run into some problems. Ammonia spikes, bacterial blooms, and dead fish are just a few examples of what can happen when your water health is not on your priority list. Note that the minimum pH reading for the API Freshwater Master Test Kit is 7.4 and the maximum is 8.8. Under extreme water conditions, readings below the minimum will read 7.4, and above the maximum will read 8.8. High-Range pH Test Directions

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Every parameter has different instructions, so you need to be accurate while following the steps. However, all the bottles are numbered, and the steps are detailed, so you won’t struggle to get the results right. Effective Results Add 5 drops of Nitrite Test Solution, holding the dropper bottle upside down in a completely vertical position to assure uniformity of drops. Can I use API SALTWATER MASTER TEST KIT for reef aquariums (as opposed to API REEF MASTER TEST KIT)?Note that the API Freshwater Master Test Kit reads the total ammonia level in parts per million ( ppm). Ammonia Test Directions

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Vigorously shake the Nitrate Test Solution #2 for at least 30 seconds. This step is extremely important to ensure the accuracy of test results. Note that the API Freshwater Master Test Kit reads the total nitrate (NO3) level in parts per million ( ppm). Nitrate Test Directions Learning about the parameters of water in your aquarium is essential to keep your aquatic animals in excellent condition.

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Learn to raise pH levels effectively in various simple methods in a different article. High-Range pH Test I am very happy with the accuracy observed. I get consistent results that I can trust. As long as you follow instructions, you will be rewarded with accurate results. Performing partial water changes can also help reduce nitrate, especially if the level is very high. However, because many tap water supplies contain nitrate, it can be difficult to lower nitrate levels by this method. The real positive of the liquid master test kit is the pricing. It is a bit tough to breakdown the number of available tests in the bottles. API advertises ‘over 800 tests’ but this is for all the separate tests combined. Each bottle has 37ml of fluid, but they each utilize different numbers of drops per test. I think the Nitrate test would run out first and I estimate that it would be good for around 80 tests. Other tests would last much longer.

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Note that the API Freshwater Master Test Kit reads the total nitrite (NO2) level in parts per million ( ppm). Nitrite Test Directions PH of tap water can change after a period of time: If you test the PH of tap water immediately after it flows from your faucet, it might read higher than you expect. The water in your pipes has a higher concentration of dissolved CO2 and this makes the PH reading high. Let a sample of tap water rest over 24 hours in an open container to off-gass this CO2, then test it. The result will be a more representative PH reading of your tap water. The API® SALTWATER MASTER TEST KIT measures the 4 most important saltwater parameters – pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate – to enable easy testing of your tank’s natural cycle, and to aid in maintaining a thriving saltwater aquarium. Testing is fast, easy, and accurate, yielding precise results, and comes with 4 test tubes and a convenient holding tub for easy storage. This kit also includes a complete, step-by-step instructional booklet with a color chart that provides information on how to correct unsafe water conditions. Each SALTWATER MASTER TEST KIT will conduct 550+ tests, so you can get the most out of your kit for years of fast, accurate water testing. Read the test results by comparing the color of the solution to the Nitrate Color Chart. The tube should be viewed in a well-lit area against the white area of the card. The closest match indicates the ppm (mg/L) of nitrate in the water sample. Rinse the test tube with clean water after use. Comes with 6 bottles of liquid test reagent, 4 glass test tubes with snap-tight caps, a holding tray, and instruction bookletThe FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT measures pH, high range pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate in your freshwater aquarium. Part of the learning curve for me getting into the aquarium hobby was familiarizing myself with water quality parameters. My first foray into fish keeping, as a child, didn’t involve much in the way of keeping healthy water. About all I understood was that tap water had chlorine and I needed to add dechlorinator when I performed a water change. It also arrives with 4 different mixing tubes with their caps as most of the tests require shaking and mixing the chemicals to achieve the correct result.

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If you’re looking for a reliable and affordable freshwater testing kit, you should look no further.The color chart is very easy to understand and is waterproof, so you can keep it to test the water later on. Read the test results by comparing the color of the solution to the High Range pH Color Chart. The tube should be viewed in a well-lit area against the white area of the chart. The closest match indicates the pH of the water sample. Rinse the test tube with clean water after use. There’s a chart that explains all the steps that you need to follow while testing for different parameters.