Buffering agent great for conditioning freshwater planted aquariums
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Use Acid & Alkaline Buffer together to achieve optimum aquarium pH
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Maintain stable aquarium pH levels for healthy aquarium inhabitants
Acid Buffer
This phosphate-free buffer lowers and stabilizes pH in the acid range of 4.0 to 6.8. Designed specially for freshwater and planted aquariums, but may also be used to lower the pH in saltwater aquariums. 300 grams treats approximately 3,000 gallons.
Alkaline Buffer
This phosphate-free buffer raises and stabilizes pH in the alkaline range of 7.4 to 8.4. Designed for freshwater and planted aquariums. Will safely raise pH with little danger of pH shock. 300 grams treats approximately 420 gallons. Use 7 grams (1 level teaspoon) for every 10 gallons daily until desired pH is reached.
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To acheive your target pH, use the recommended proportions of Acid and Alkaline buffers.
Acid Buffer
Alkaline Buffer
Target pH
1 part*
0.5 part
5.0 pH
1 part
1.0 part
6.0 pH
1 part
1.3 part
6.5 pH
1 part
2.0 part
7.0 pH
1 part
2.5 part
7.5 pH
1 part
4.0 part
8.0 pH
* Part = Gram
Testimonial By:
Testimonial:
Rick Davidson Washington, PA
I used both the Acid and Alkaline Buffer to adjust the pH in my fully planted 75-gallon aquarium to 6.8. I wouldn't be able to to do this without the Acid and Alkaline buffer!
If you're looking to adjust your pH, this is the product you've been looking for. Much better than phosphate based buffers which will feed algae, this is a concentrated, great product. "Dr's Best" label should tell you everything you need to know, it is the pick of this category.
Many freshwater community fish thrive in a broad pH range between slightly acidic (6.5) to slightly alkalic (7.5). To provide their ideal water conditions, you must learn how to make adjustments to your aquarium water using pH conditioners.
Often overlooked, pH may well be one of the most critical parameters in a healthy system. Maintaining the right pH range - 8.3-8.5 in marine systems - has a natural antiseptic effect, helping fish resist illness and coral calcify faster.
Depending on your source water, as well as the type of fish you choose, you may need special water conditioners, pH adjusters/buffers, or trace element additives to achieve proper water conditions.
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Acid Buffer
