Brightwell Aquatics ABACALP16KG 16kg Calcion Dry Salt Water Conditioners for Aquarium 35 2-Pound

Calcium is required for the formation of aragonite, the skeletal material of reef-building invertebrates such as corals, clams, tube worms, and their respective allies. In reef aquaria, maintaining calcium within a range of 412-450 ppm will enable corals and other reef-building invertebrates to grow rapidly when all other physical and chemical requirements are met. [Magnesium, strontium, and carbonate ions are also complexed into aragonite, and their importance in a reef aquarium cannot be overstated.] The rate at which calcium is extracted from the water is determined by the stocking density of reef-building livestock, type of lighting, and other biological, physical, and chemical conditions; therefore, each aquarium will have different requirements for the rate of calcium supplementation.

Highlights: Increases concentration of calcium to provide growth to corals and other invertebrates. Stronger and more economical than liquid calcium solutions. Made in the USA.

Key details: Item Weight: 1 Pounds | Customer Reviews: 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (30) 4.2 out of 5 stars | Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: 14.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 inches | Item Dimensions LxWxH: 1 x 1 x 1 inches | Brand Name: Brightwell Aquatics | Target Audience Keyword: Fish | Directions: Basic: Dissolve 2 grams (~½ teaspoon) of product per 20 US-gallons of aquarium water in 8-fl. oz. of freshwater; add every other day or as needed to maintain the calcium concentration within a range of 412 - 450 ppm. When used in this fashion, 800 g treats up to 8,000 US-gallons (30,283 L). Advanced: Create a stock solution by dissolving 10 grams (~5 teaspoons) of Calcion-P in 8-fl. oz. of freshwater (preferably purified); each ml of the solution will increase the calcium concentration (”[Ca2+]”) in 1 US-gallon (3.785 L) of water by 2.50 ppm. [Reference: Each g of Calcion-P will increase the [Ca2+] in 1 US-gallon (3.785 L) of water by 95 ppm.] If initial [Ca2+] in the aquarium is below 412 ppm, add stock solution at maximum rate of 10 ml per 20 US-gallons daily until desired concentration is attained, then dose daily or weekly as needed (see below). Maintain [Ca2+] within a range of +/-10 ppm. Once desired [Ca2+] has been acquired, measure aquarium's [Ca2+] at the same time each day over a one- to two-week period to determine the daily rate of calcium uptake (i.e. the decrease in calcium). To determine daily dosing rate (preferable to weekly dosing): estimate volume of water in entire aquarium system (US-gal.); divide the daily decrease in [Ca2+] by 2.50; multiply this number by volume of water in system to obtain daily ml of stock solution required to maintain stable [Ca2+]. Caution: Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption. | Model Name: Calcion-P | Size: 16-kg | Age Range Description: All Life Stages

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Customer feedback: 4.2/5 average rating.

Review snippets: I've been using the Brightwell Aquatics Calcion-P Dry Calcium Supplement in my reef aquarium for several months and have observed significant improvements in coral growth and overall health. Effectiveness: This supplement effectively increases the calcium concentration in marine aquarium water, / Excelente producto para mantener los niveles de calcio Read more