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kapri G
11/14/2008, 05:39 AM
AP makes Dionized tap water filter i have been using it for WC,
I tested the water for tds and get a reading between 4-5.
do you think that would be ok to use instead of a RO/di unit
The cost of my water is expensive here on long island and the thought of wasting 2/3 x to 1 is concerning. I checked my phospates and their at .05 I have some slight algae growing on the top of my LR the part that is 3" from the surface, I think I added to that because I was leaving the lights on too long, I couldn't stop watching the tank. I cut back the hours a little and I'm going to purchase 1/2 more snails since I only have 2 in there , probably not enough to tackle the situation.
how long do you guys leave on the lights. (act.& 10,000k)

Thanks

crvz
11/14/2008, 06:34 AM
If it's legitimately that low in TDS, it should be alright for use.

Saltcity
11/14/2008, 08:09 AM
As far as wasting your "waste" water..... You could run the waste line to a container and save/use it for washing your clothes or ???? "Waste" doesn't mean its bad, just that its no good for a saltwater tank!!;)