{"product_id":"aquaforest-po4-plus-lab-200ml","title":"Aquaforest PO4+ Lab 200ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAquaforest PO4+ Lab 200ml\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaforest PO4+ Lab 200ml\u003c\/strong\u003e is a concentrated phosphate solution for maintaining balanced phosphate (PO4) levels in marine aquariums, supporting the zooxanthellae that live in symbiosis with corals. It suits reef keepers whose phosphate has dropped very low, often in coral-dominant tanks with heavy filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Phosphate Matters on a Reef\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhosphorus is an important nutrient for the beneficial zooxanthellae algae that live in symbiosis with corals. Without it, zooxanthellae starve and die out. A healthy zooxanthellae population helps supply essential nutrients to your corals. An efficient filtration system, or overuse of nutrient-reducing media, can push PO4 too low. The result can be struggling zooxanthellae populations and imbalanced nitrate levels. This concentrated solution of pure phosphate is designed to correct that and keep nutrient levels balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcentrated solution of phosphates for zooxanthellae and coral health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain balanced phosphate levels in marine aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeneficial for coral-dominant tanks with few fish and heavy filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps guard against coral dying, bleaching and inhibited growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps keep NO3 and PO4 in balance, which helps prevent pesky algae growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for marine aquariums\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\u003eTest your nitrate (NO3) level first. The phosphate concentration an aquarium needs depends strongly on its nitrate level, so check NO3 before trying to raise PO4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly use when the PO4 level is very low.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDose gradually until the desired level is reached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 mL to 100 L of aquarium water to raise phosphate by 0.01 mg\/L (ppm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum recommended daily dose: 1 mL per 100 L of water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimal phosphate (PO4) value for a reef aquarium: 0.03-0.05 mg\/L (ppm).\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\u003eSoft corals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNP corals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPS corals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLPS corals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine and reef aquariums with very low phosphate, especially coral-dominant systems with few fish and heavy filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: concentrated solution of pure phosphate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDose rate: 1 mL per 100 L raises PO4 by 0.01 mg\/L (ppm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum daily dose: 1 mL per 100 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget reef PO4 range: 0.03-0.05 mg\/L (ppm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in: marine aquariums only\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\u003eAquaforest PO4+ Lab, 200 ml (6.8 fl oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I use PO4+ in my reef tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOnly when your phosphate level tests very low. It is aimed at tanks where efficient filtration or heavy use of nutrient-reducing media has pulled PO4 down. The optimal reef range is 0.03-0.05 mg\/L (ppm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does it raise phosphate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach 1 mL added to 100 L of aquarium water raises phosphate by 0.01 mg\/L (ppm). In a 200 L system, for example, 2 mL raises it by 0.01 mg\/L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the maximum daily dose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n1 mL per 100 L of aquarium water. Dose gradually over several days until you reach the level you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to test nitrate before dosing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The phosphate level an aquarium needs depends strongly on its nitrate level. Check NO3 first, as keeping NO3 and PO4 in balance helps prevent algae growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich corals is it suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt suits soft, NP, SPS and LPS corals. It is designed specifically for marine aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy would a reef tank run low on phosphate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nVery efficient filtration, or overuse of nutrient-reducing media, can strip out too much PO4. 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