Mcgeezer
03/10/2015, 08:12 PM
I've been using kalkwasser in my ATO for about 4-5 months now and simplified my life. Everything in my tank has been very healthy and showing clear signs of growth. I also add 5tbsp of vinegar to the limewater mix. My ATO holds about 3.5 gallons.
I tested ca/Dkh tonight....and my calcium was only 360 and Dkh about 7.5
What could I be doing wrong? Every time I've tested before now my Ca was only at 440-460 and Dkh hovering over 8. Is it just test noise? They are API tests.
My only guess is that I'm not saturating the RO water with enough kalk. I only put about 5tsp of kalk in 7 gallons of water. Should I up it to maybe 7-8tsp?
I'm just confused because everything is so healthy....?
I tested ca/Dkh tonight....and my calcium was only 360 and Dkh about 7.5
What could I be doing wrong? Every time I've tested before now my Ca was only at 440-460 and Dkh hovering over 8. Is it just test noise? They are API tests.
My only guess is that I'm not saturating the RO water with enough kalk. I only put about 5tsp of kalk in 7 gallons of water. Should I up it to maybe 7-8tsp?
I'm just confused because everything is so healthy....?