BL PROAQUATEST PO4 Phosphate Sensitive
Quick test to determine the phosphate content in fresh and marine water aquariums and ponds
Package contents: 1 test kit for approx. 50 measurements, incl. 3 reagents (2x reagent 2), 2 glass vials with screw caps, syringe, dosing spoon, comparator block and colour scale. Reagent refill separately available
Why test?
In an aquarium, phosphate primarily enters the water as a result of the digestive processes of the fish or in the form of food remains. In ponds, phosphate primarily enters the water as a result of leaves and dying pond plants/algae. If conditions are unfavourable, the phosphate levels may reach values that are sometimes 100 times higher, and more, than natural levels. Undesirable algae will then multiply exponentially as an inevitable consequence.
Recommended phosphate values:
Freshwater aquarium (community aquarium): 0-0.4 mg/l
Lake Malawi/Lake Tanganyika aquarium: 0-0.4 mg/l
Plant aquarium with few fish (aquascaping): 0.1-1.5 mg/l
Marine aquarium: 0-0.1 mg/l
Pond: <0.05 mg/l