{"product_id":"aquaforest-calcium-dry","title":"Aquaforest Calcium Dry","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAquaforest Calcium Dry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaforest Calcium Dry\u003c\/strong\u003e is a concentrated powdered calcium additive for maintaining and raising calcium levels in marine and reef aquariums. It suits reefkeepers who want to support coral growth and calcification, and this pack contains 850 g (1.9 lb) of powder that you mix into a solution before dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcentrated powdered calcium that helps maintain and increase your tank's calcium (Ca) level without raising the concentration of any other element.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports calcification and coral growth. Coral skeletons depend on ample calcium and alkalinity in the water, which corals absorb and convert into a calcium carbonate structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry calcium additives are very cost effective. Mixed into a solution, they can work just as well as liquid additives, or better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be combined with Magnesium Dry in one solution, so a single dosing pump can maintain both calcium and magnesium levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake a solution by adding 50 g of Calcium Dry and 10 g of Magnesium Dry to 1000 mL of RODI (reverse osmosis deionised) water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir vigorously, then let the solution sit for 24 hours before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the solution slowly to a high-flow area of the tank to help reduce precipitation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter each dose, test your aquarium's calcium level and adjust the dosage to suit your system's requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with 5 mL of the prepared solution per 27 gallons of aquarium water, dosed daily. Test calcium after each dose and adjust from there as your system requires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPS corals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLPS corals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft corals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium Dry can be mixed with Magnesium Dry in the same solution, as in the 50 g Calcium Dry to 10 g Magnesium Dry per 1000 mL recipe above. That lets one dosing pump deliver both elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: concentrated dry powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack weight: 850 g (1.9 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolution recipe: 50 g powder (with 10 g Magnesium Dry) per 1000 mL RODI water\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\u003e850 g (1.9 lb) of powdered calcium additive\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\u003eHow do I make up the calcium solution?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAdd 50 g of Calcium Dry and 10 g of Magnesium Dry to 1000 mL of RODI water. Stir vigorously and let it sit for 24 hours before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat dose should I start with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStart with 5 mL of the prepared solution per 27 gallons of aquarium water, daily. Test your calcium level after each dose and adjust to suit your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it change other water parameters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is formulated to maintain and increase calcium without increasing the concentration of any other element. Regular testing is still the best way to dose correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I dose calcium and magnesium with one pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. 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