JBL PH Test Set 7.4 - 9.0

The JBL pH Test-Set 7,4 - 9,0 can be used for exact measurements and routine monitoring of pH levels in salt water and slightly alkaline fresh water, as required by fish from Lake Malawi for example. Thanks to the compensation procedure developed by JBL, precise and reliable results can also be obtained in lightly discoloured water e.g. during the treatment of diseases.

Note the warning on the reagent bottle: Keep out of reach of children!

Product characteristics at a glance.

• Gradations in steps of 0.2 pH with glass cuvette.
• Laboratory compensation system compensates water discoloration.
• Colour scale with 9 colours from orange to violet.
• Includes syringe to measure amount of water.
• For fresh and saltwater.

Why test for pH levels?

The constant maintenance of suitable pH levels is vitally important for the well-being of all water organisms. In particular, sudden fluctuations should be avoided. A pH level of 8.2 is considered best for salt water organisms. In salt water aquariums with invertebrates, the consumption of calcium bicarbonate can lead to a drop in pH levels, if supplements are not regularly added. The carbonate hardness and pH levels serve as indicators. For the care of fish from slightly alkaline waters, such as Lake Malawi and Lake Tanganyika, this test enables the pH level required by any particular species to be axactly monitored. Levels of 8-8.5 are generally recommended. For more detailed information please refer to specialist literature.

Note: High levels of nitrate reduce pH levels in fresh and salt water. Appropriate steps should be taken to keep the nitrate content as low as possible, e.g. regular partial change of water.

Help for fluctuations in pH levels:

Reducing pH levels: when necessary, add CO2 using the JBL PROFLORA CO2 System or (for freshwater only) JBL Aquacid.

Increasing pH levels: in salt water stocked with fish only, add JBL Aquakal; for invertebrates, add JBL CalciuMarin or install a standard calcium reactor. In freshwater, add JBL Aquakal or JBL AquaDur plus.