Returning to reefing after a 6 year hiatus.....and one quick question

[Fred2482]

Welcome!

 

[Buckster]

Welcome back! I would use it but may mix it with some newer salt

 

[Jimbhoy13]

Welcome to R2R and back to the salty world. I would probably mix a batch and test parameters before deciding. Lots of knowledgeable and helpful people here who will support and advise you when needed.

 

[bnord]

Welcome back boomerang..

theoretically some setting could have taken place that would result in an uneven distribution of some trace elements.... but I would use it

 

[rmorris_14]

Welcome! Looks like you’ve gotten plenty of feedback on your salt question.

 

[Schraufabagel]

 

[Manny’s Reef]

Hello and welcome to R2R. We sure are glad to have you here.

 

[otzhorse]

 

[4davegill]

Remember that the salt you have is mineral and loaded with minerals. If it is sealed, it should be good. The only caveat being if you are using their bio active salt, which may have bacteria that is no longer viable. As for minerals, you should be ok.

 

[Lou Ekus]

Remember that the salt you have is mineral and loaded with minerals. If it is sealed, it should be good. The only caveat being if you are using their bio active salt, which may have bacteria that is no longer viable. As for minerals, you should be ok.

Just to clarify....Tropic Marin Bio Actif Salt contains "prebiotic compounds", not actual dormant bacteria. These prebiotics act a food for beneficial bacteria. So there is no actual bacteria to degrade in time.

Again, this is just for clarification.

 

[4davegill]

Just to clarify....Tropic Marin Bio Actif Salt contains "prebiotic compounds", not actual dormant bacteria. These prebiotics act a food for beneficial bacteria. So there is no actual bacteria to degrade in time.

Again, this is just for clarification.

Even better! Thank you.

 

[Fish Think Pink]

Hello. Just joined up (heard about the forum from BRSTV) and wanted to say hi. I've kept freshwater aquariums successfully my entire life. About 15 years ago I set up my first reef tank (a 55 gallon) with some success. I then graduated to a 135 gallon using a combo of halide and power compacts. I had some success there as well, but then about 6 years ago we rebuilt our house and I had to break it down. I've been out of it pretty much since.

About a year ago, I decided to jump back in using a 92 gallon corner tank that I had. As I started to set it up I was blown away how much the hobby has advanced in 6 years! I've got a lot of catching up to do! BRSTV has been extremely helpful in that regard. I'm looking forward to learning more using these forums!

I did have one quick question. I have a lot of old equipment from 6 years ago that I'm going through and using. I also had an unopened bucket of Tropic Marin reef salt. I'm assuming that the salt is fine to use after 6 years but I wanted ask if anyone knows if there's some kind of "shelf life" for reef salts.

Thanks in advance for any help.

Welcome! Glad you found this site and joined. Defer to others, but I'd use that salt without concerns.

Have you considered starting your build thread? I found its a great place to document my tank's evolution for myself. I started tank first then joined, so I'm still finding myself going back collecting pictures & updating historically as well as current state. Once you create your first post in your thread and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID)

This might help you find people local to you:

Local Reef Club Discussion

Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.

www.reef2reef.com

This is a good reference book type online article I still review:

The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium

This article was sponsored by @MarineDepot at www.marinedepot.com. Introduction The marine environment is one of the most complex systems on the planet. The aquarium you are about to set up is only a tiny sliver of the vast ocean, but it is no...

www.reef2reef.com

 

[CoralB]

Welcome!!!