Reef Builder raises carbonate alkalinity without immediately impacting on pH
With long term use there will be a tendency to stabilize at pH 8.3
Carbonates and calcium are essential to all coral growthIf either becomes deficient, coral growth will cease, followed by a rapid decline in coral health
To prevent this you must provide carbonates (Reef Builder) and calcium (Reef Advantage Calcium or Reef Complete)
Used as directed, Reef Builder will not deplete calcium, magnesium, or strontium which usually tend to precipitate with increasing alkalinity
Reef Builder and Reef Buffer may be used together
Use Reef Builder to raise carbonate alkalinity without affecting pH
Use Reef Buffer to raise carbonate alkalinity and pH
Reef alkalinity should be maintained at 3-5 meq/L (8-14 dKH)
Alkalinity should not be allowed to fall below 2 meq/L
DO NOT OVERDOSE:
Excess alkalinity may enhance the loss of calcium, magnesium, and strontium
Do not directly mix with any calcium, magnesium, or strontium supplement
Best if calcium & carbonate additives are added on alternate days or at least 30 minutes apart
Contains carbonate, bicarbonate, chloride, and sulfate salts of sodium, magnesium, calcium, strontium, and potassium
Each gram contains a minimum of 12 meq of alkalinity