Mixing SW

[Anonymous]

So Im mixing a new batch of SW for my reef. I checked the Ca and it was 350ppm. Darn Reef Crystals. So I decide to add some kalcwasser to bring up Ph, Alk and Ca. I guess I added too much, now the Ph is 9.5! So I guess I will mix the whole 60 gallons that my mixing tank will hold.

So what do you guys do? Is there a better way?

Thanks

 

[scifi_3d_zoo]

There's lots of ways to lower pH.. if that's all that's wrong. There's a good article here you should read.. http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/2005-03/rhf/index.php . IME I like to use distilled vinegar. It seems an easy and cheap method.

 

[rbursek]

Kent's Turbo Cal. to raise CA

 

[rbursek]

Kent's Turbo Cal. to raise CA

 

[rbursek]

Kent's Turbo Cal. to raise CA

 

[Anonymous]

If it were me, I'd probably just add more fresh water to dilute what's in there. I'd rather do that than add any more chemicals to the mix.