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so im using a Seachem kit. alk = 2.0meq/l today. is this ok? it seems a little low. should i raise it a bit? if so .. what is my target?

thanks,
b
 
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That translates to about 5.6 dkh which is a tad on the low side.

2.5 to 3.5 meq/l is what you should shoot for (7 to 10 dKh)
 
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SnowManSnow":251x3h77 said:
so im using a Seachem kit. alk = 2.0meq/l today. is this ok? it seems a little low. should i raise it a bit? if so .. what is my target?

thanks,
b

I would test clacium, magnesium was well as kH.

to raise kh just use baking soda. A teaspoon for every 50 gallons would be a start. Then retest calcium, kh and magnesium.

It is normal for calcium to drop as you raise kh.

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