{"product_id":"salifert-calcium-marine-test-kit","title":"Salifert Calcium Marine Test Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSalifert Calcium Marine Test Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalifert Calcium Marine Test Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a marine aquarium water test kit for measuring calcium concentration in saltwater aquariums. It is intended for reef keepers monitoring calcium used by corals, calcareous algae and other aquarium organisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium is a major constituent of calcareous algae, hard coral skeletal material, and the skeletal needles of soft and leather corals. It also performs many biological functions within a marine aquarium. As corals, desirable calcareous algae and other organisms grow and multiply, they can deplete available calcium from the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurately measures calcium concentration in marine aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps monitor calcium levels that support the growth of corals and calcareous algae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolves calcium content in 10 mg\/L steps, allowing small but significant changes to be monitored.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a sharp colour change to assist with detecting fluctuations in calcium concentration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalifert describes this test as offering true accuracy and precision as claimed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforms approximately 50 - 100 measurements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the test kit to regularly measure the calcium concentration in your marine aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor results for changes in calcium content, particularly as corals, calcareous algae and other organisms consume calcium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere calcium is too low, use the test results to determine when corrective measures and a suitable calcium additive may be required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine and reef aquariums containing hard corals, soft corals, leather corals and calcareous algae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquariums where calcium depletion may occur through the growth and multiplication of corals, desired calcareous algae and other organisms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine aquarists seeking to monitor calcium fluctuations in 10 mg\/L increments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures calcium concentration in marine aquarium water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium resolution: 10 mg\/L steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate number of measurements: 50 - 100.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNSW calcium concentration: 400 – 450 mg\/L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a stable aquarium environment, calcium fluctuation should preferably not exceed approximately 15 mg\/L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalifert Calcium Marine Test Kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Salifert Calcium Marine Test Kit measure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt measures calcium concentration in marine aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy should calcium be monitored in a reef aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCalcium is used by hard corals, soft and leather corals, calcareous algae and other organisms. 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