Seachem Reef Nitrogen
Seachem Reef Nitrogen
Seachem Reef Nitrogen is a nitrogen supplement for reef aquariums that provides nitrogen in a fully testable form to support the metabolic processes, protein synthesis, and growth of corals and macroalgae.
- Nitrogen Supplement for the Reef Aquarium
- Provides Nitrogen in a fully testable form
- Concentrated 25,000 mg/L Nitrogen (110,750 mg/L Nitrate)
Nitrogen is an essential element required in metabolic processes, protein synthesis, and growth of corals and macroalgae. Research suggests a tightly closed nitrogen cycle on reefs where concentrations are higher in micro-zones near the corals (Radecker 2015, Wiedenmann, 2023) than in the surrounding water.
It is important to maintain nitrogen levels along with phosphorus levels in order to allow for optimal growth and coloration of corals and macroalgae.
Supplementing with inorganic nitrogen provides a targeted means of increasing nitrogen without also adding phosphate or dissolved organics. A typical nitrate test will show all forms of nitrogen being added by Reef Nitrogen™. Reef Nitrogen™ is ideally suited for use with an aquavitro® sentia™ dose doser to maintain nitrogen at consistent concentration based on your aquarium's unique demand. Reef Nitrogen™ is easily dosed manually as well. Ideal nitrogen levels will vary but generally range from 1 – 2 mg/L (4.4 – 8.9 mg/L nitrate). Use Seachem’s Reef Phosphorus™ to achieve a balance of nitrogen to phosphorus levels for optimal results.
Directions:
Beginner
Use 1 cap (5 mL) per 160 liters (40 US gallons) twice a week or as needed to maintain desired nitrate levels. For new aquariums or aquariums with low populations of coral use ¼ to ½ dose initially and gradually increase as necessary.
Advanced
The beginner dose raises nitrogen by 0.78 mg/L or approximately 3.5 mg/L nitrate. To target a specific nitrate level, increase dose according to the following formula: 0.009vn=m where v= volume of tank in liters, n=desired nitrate increase, and m= volume of product to use in mL. For example, to raise 160 liters by 3.5 mg/L nitrate you would use 0.009*160*3.5 resulting in 5 mL to dose. For reference: 1 US gallon=3.8 L.
When can I expect delivery?
- Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 2-3 working days
- Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
- Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days
All orders are sent via Economy Road 🐌 typically through Internet Express Couriers. Estimated timeframes are not guaranteed. Once the order is collected by the courier, we have no control over third-party logistics and cannot make any time promises.
If you prefer a faster 🚀 shipping option, we also offer The Courier Guy during checkout in the dropdown selection. Please note that this option is not free, and you must choose it to use it. Please pay careful attention to the cutoff times and delivery timeframe for these options during checkout.
No more waiting at home or work for deliveries! ⏰ Now you can pick up your orders from a locker or counter location while you continue with your day. Depending on your location, delivery times to a Bob Box Locker can take between 3 to 7 working days!* Please note that once the parcel is deposited in the locker, you have 2 days to pick it up. If you fail to do so, it will be returned to the sender, and additional shipping fees will apply to resend your order.
