Triton test VS Amazon ICP tests

[STRIPERVIPER]

Looking to see if anyone has any input. The Triton test from BRS and the like is $50. Amazon has an ICP test for $30 and an ATI ICP-OES test for $40. Is there a difference? Seems like its just branding? Is the Triton the only one that gives you results within the parameters we are looking for in our reef tanks?

 

[Chefjpaul]

Ive used 3-
Trition, ATI, and marinlab.
I sent all 3 samples from the ssme batch of water.

I will only use Triton now, for a few reasons.
The results were processed faster.
They will give better details of corrective actions needed.
They also sell the supplements needed for those corrective actions if wanted.

I do use the marinlab for my RODI.

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[fritz]

Doesn't ATI do your RODI and your tank in one test IE they give you two vials? I've only done Triton so far but I've heard good things about ATI. Their (ATIs) equipment, calibration and staff seem superior to the others.

 

[Chefjpaul]

Doesn't ATI do your RODI and your tank in one test IE they give you two vials? I've only done Triton so far but I've heard good things about ATI. Their (ATIs) equipment, calibration and staff seem superior to the others.

Yes, as does marinlab.


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[fritz]

I totally don't trust MarineLab. If you search some other forums the owner had a brief presence where he tried to promote his business. Crash and burn would be the only way I think you can accurately sum up how the conversations went. He was unable to answer any question of a technical nature.

Imagine if someone from the Jersey Shore TV show bought an ICP testing machine because they thought it would be a cash cow.

 

[Chefjpaul]

I totally don't trust MarineLab. If you search some other forums the owner had a brief presence where he tried to promote his business. Crash and burn would be the only way I think you can accurately sum up how the conversations went. He was unable to answer any question of a technical nature.

Imagine if someone from the Jersey Shore TV show bought an ICP testing machine because they thought it would be a cash cow.

Marinlab is partnered with aquaforest, I didn't like it due to how long it took for results sending to Poland...not NJ
Apparently, they now they are being tested in US as well.

As far as ATI -IMO,
The test doesn't reallly comes with any guidance of what is acceptable or not in either test compared to Triton, but results were closer together than with Marinlab.

The ICP analyst from amazon has the very bad reviews, (i can't link other forum on MR, but its there).


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[STRIPERVIPER]

Thanks guys

After listening to your experiences..... I went with the triton test. I will post a review and what results I get. Got it from BRS $50 shipped.

 

[STRIPERVIPER]

Triton

Got the test kit this morning. Relatively simple. Mailed it out this afternoon. THEY DONT include a return shipping label so you have to go to the post office to send it out PIA!

 

[Chefjpaul]

Got the test kit this morning. Relatively simple. Mailed it out this afternoon. THEY DONT include a return shipping label so you have to go to the post office to send it out PIA!

None of them do....thats my wifes job.....hahaha

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[STRIPERVIPER]

How long

I mailed it in well over a week ago. How long until I get results? Do they send u an email to say they got it?

 

[Chefjpaul]

I mailed it in well over a week ago. How long until I get results? Do they send u an email to say they got it?

Yes, they will email when received and also when done.

It takes a few weeks

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[ecvernon]

FYI ATI kits come with a prepaid return label. Ships first class to CA. Tests tank water plus RODI.
I am waiting on the results from one of my tests.