So I test my water 2x a week and finally have acceptable parameters
Alk: 8.62
Phos: .05
Mag: 1120
Nitrite: .02
Nitrate: 5
The only test not in an acceptable parameter is calcium. It's been reading consistently in the 520-530 range since the beginning of the month, and has been reading on the higher side (above 480) since January.
Is it just a bad checker? Or is there a reason why it's staying high. I tested my water right after a water change and alkalinity went from 11.08 to 8.62 and Magnesium went from 1230 to 1120 so the corals are definitely using those. I've been using the Hannah calcium tester and following the steps EXACTLY to a T. Any advice is appreciated!
Alk: 8.62
Phos: .05
Mag: 1120
Nitrite: .02
Nitrate: 5
The only test not in an acceptable parameter is calcium. It's been reading consistently in the 520-530 range since the beginning of the month, and has been reading on the higher side (above 480) since January.
Is it just a bad checker? Or is there a reason why it's staying high. I tested my water right after a water change and alkalinity went from 11.08 to 8.62 and Magnesium went from 1230 to 1120 so the corals are definitely using those. I've been using the Hannah calcium tester and following the steps EXACTLY to a T. Any advice is appreciated!