Aquavitro Shrimp pHa

Aquavitro Shrimp pHa

Aquavitro Shrimp pHa is a freshwater shrimp aquarium water conditioner designed to lower pH, soften water and help maintain suitable pH parameters for shrimp keepers creating more natural water chemistry. This Seachem aquavitro product forms one part of a two-part system for targeting the pH required by different freshwater shrimp types, while also supporting plant growth in shrimp aquaria.

Key Benefits

• Lowers pH in freshwater shrimp aquariums.
• Helps soften water while buffering towards the natural pH of specific shrimp types.
• Supports plant growth in shrimp tanks.
• Uses an extremely stable buffer system that does not add sodium.
• Can be used when setting up an aquarium and during water changes.

How to Use

Use Aquavitro Shrimp pHa with shrimp pHb to target the required pH. All manufacturer doses are based on 20 L (5 US gallons) of aquarium water. Doses can be safely doubled if needed. For sensitive shrimp, or to reduce the risk of pH shock, divide the dose across a 12–24 hour period.

Dosage

To lower pH in an established aquarium, add 2.5 mL (½ tsp) of shrimp pHa per 20 L (5 US gallons) every 12 hours until the target pH is reached. Do not exceed this dose. Rapid pH changes can be very detrimental to shrimp.

Suitable For

• Freshwater shrimp aquariums.
• New shrimp tank setups and routine water changes.
• Planted shrimp aquaria where a sodium-free buffer system is preferred.

Compatibility

Use as part of the Aquavitro two-part shrimp pH system together with shrimp pHb. Some aquariums may need repeated dosing to overcome the buffering capacity of certain substrates and decorations, particularly humate-based soils.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Aquavitro Shrimp pHa in an established shrimp tank?
Yes. To lower pH in an established aquarium, add 2.5 mL (½ tsp) per 20 L (5 US gallons) every 12 hours until your target pH is achieved.

Should I use Shrimp pHa with shrimp pHb?
Yes. Shrimp pHa is one part of a two-part system and is used with shrimp pHb to target a specific pH for freshwater shrimp.

Can I add the full dose at once for sensitive shrimp?
For sensitive shrimp or where pH shock is a concern, split the dosing over a 12–24 hour period.

How often can I dose Shrimp pHa?
For lowering pH in established aquaria, dose every 12 hours as directed. Do not exceed 2.5 mL (½ tsp) per 20 L (5 US gallons) per dose.

Why might my shrimp aquarium need repeated dosing?
Certain substrates and decorations can resist pH adjustment through their buffering capacity. This may be particularly noticeable with humate-based soils.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
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• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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