How much flow does a calcium reactor need?
1-2 liters per hour
It is now possible to find a calcium reactor for even the largest of aquariums. Flow Rate – Flow rate should be set at 1-2 liters per hour, depending on the aquarium size, through the reactor. The flow rate can be increased or decreased to adjust calcium levels in your aquarium.
Where do you put a calcium reactor?
The calcium and alkalinity is constantly being taken up by corals, fish and invertebrates, as well as coralline algae. By adding it to the tank around the clock, stability is attained and overall growth is improved. I chose to place my reactor in the sump, so if it ever leaked the water would stay in the system.
What does a Kalk reactor do?
Reef Octopus Kalk Reactors eliminate the difficulties of keeping the undissolved calcium hydroxide separate from the clear, calcium-saturated kalkwasser. The high-torque motor mixes the solution and keeps the powder away from the liquid for easy dosing with an ATO.
Does calcium reactor lower pH?
Calcium reactors will typically cause a slight drop in average pH values inside your display, this is universally known.
Does calcium reactor raise pH?
Calcium reactor solution does contain a higher level of dissolved CO2 which means it can lower the average pH inside your display aquarium. Dripping effluent solution directly into a refugium or algae reactor will help remove that dissolved CO2 and eliminate the pH suppressing.
What does a kalkwasser reactor do?
Answer: The Kalkwasser reactor/stirrer doses a mix of Calcium Hydroxide and water into the aquarium. The dose usually enters the aquarium in place of or in conjunction with your top off water. The amount of Kalkwasser you can add to the aquarium will depend on the amount of evaporation you aquarium looses.
Is all kalkwasser the same?
Kalkwasser is simply calcium hydroxide dissolved in water so it is very straightforward to use. There are many different manufacturers of Kalkwasser including Kent, Seachem, and Warner Marine, all of them having relatively the same high quality.
Are calcium reactors worth it?
For the average reefer with a normal sized tank and affordable 2-part solution like BRS Bulk Pharma, there isn’t a meaningful return on investment. On the contrary, a calcium reactor can absolutely be a solid financial investment if you are in one of three common situations.
Does a calcium reactor maintain magnesium?
Calcium reactors are capable of maintaining a balanced ratio of calcium, alkalinity, magnesium, and other trace elements by dissolving aragonite medias with carbon dioxide gas which drives…