{"product_id":"api-wide-range-ph-5-0-9-0","title":"API Wide Range pH 5.0 - 9.0","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAPI Wide Range pH 5.0 - 9.0\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPI Wide Range pH 5.0 - 9.0\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pond pH test kit that gives pond keepers a quick, accurate reading of their water's pH, from 5.0 to 9.0. It helps you spot water that has drifted too alkaline or too acidic before it harms your fish. Each kit contains 160 tests, enough for regular monitoring of a garden pond or koi pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures pond water pH quickly and accurately, with a reading range of 5.0 to 9.0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps you prevent the harmful effects of pond water that is too alkaline or too acidic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighlights pH problems that can arise from minerals in tap water, high ammonia levels in the pond, rain runoff or overstocking of pond fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a colour chart and easy-to-read instructions, so results are simple to interpret.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGives 160 tests from a single kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePond owners who want to keep an eye on pH and catch swings early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKoi and pond fish keepers whose water may be affected by tap water minerals, rain runoff, ammonia build-up or a heavily stocked pond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the instructions supplied in the kit for the full test procedure, and compare the result against the included colour chart. Two handling points matter during testing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReagent bottles:\u003c\/strong\u003e shake the indicated reagent bottles very vigorously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e be gentler with the test tube. Make sure the cap is closed tight, then place a finger or thumb on top of the cap so it cannot come undone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix the contents by inverting the test tube back and forth every 1-2 seconds for the indicated amount of time. The aim is simply to combine the contents of the tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaring for and Cleaning Your Test Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse the test tube with water right away once the test is complete, so the contents don't stay in the tube. This stops the reagents from sticking to the sides and staining the tube over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun the water, open the test tube gently (do not twist the cap) and let the water dilute and rinse the contents out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid getting the contents of the test tube on your skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf reagent has been left in the tube for a long period and the colour is sticking, gently wash the inside with a small bottle brush and some API Safe \u0026amp; Easy cleaning spray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid soap. Residue could end up back in the water the next time you fill the tube, which could be harmful to your fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement test tubes are available for purchase from online retailers if you need additional ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest type: pond water pH test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReading range: pH 5.0 to 9.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of tests: 160\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest kit containing 160 tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 test bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-read instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour chart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pH range does this test kit read?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt reads pond water pH levels from 5.0 to 9.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many tests do I get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe kit contains 160 tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can cause my pond's pH to go too high or too low?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMinerals found in tap water, high ammonia levels in the pond, rain runoff and overstocking of pond fish can all push pond water too alkaline or too acidic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow hard should I shake the test tube?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBe gentle. Close the cap tightly, hold a finger or thumb over it, and invert the tube back and forth every 1-2 seconds for the time stated in the instructions. Only the reagent bottles need very vigorous shaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the test tube after testing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRinse it with water straight away. Open the tube gently without twisting the cap and let the water flush the contents out. 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