My theory is that instant ocean knows there is going to be precipitation so they include enough extra of each element to allow for precipitation while still providing elevated levels of each.
Instant ocean reef crystals levels.
Recommended specific gravity range.
Recommended specific gravity range.
Salinity 1 026 ca 480 mg 1600 dkh 9 8 ph 8 2.
I ve been usng io reef crystals and haven t actually tested all the levels on a fresh water mix before adding to my tank just salinity.
1 020 to 1 023 at 75 f.
1 4 lbs of reef crystals is formulated to create 5 gallons of saltwater at a specific gravity of 1 021.
If specific gravity is too low add more reef crystals salt.
If too high add more dechlorinated water.
Adjust salt level accordingly.
Instant ocean is formulated to provide a solution with levels of calcium and magnesium found in natural seawater nsw assuming you use purified water to dissolve the sea salt.
However testing after a water change yielded these results.
Adjust salt level accordingly.
Every batch of reef crystals i ve tested after a minimum of 24 hours still contained high levels of alk cal and mag.
1 5 lbs of instant ocean is formulated to create 5 gallons of saltwater at a specific gravity of 1 022.
Tap water most often contains dissolved calcium magnesium and other minerals that will add to the levels provided by instant ocean.
If specific gravity is too low add more instant ocean.
Lf too high add more dechlorinated water.