Which brand of SALT do you use??? - Page 2

Curtswearing · 01-03-2004, 11:00 PM

LOL Kevin

BoomerD · 01-03-2004, 11:05 PM

I use IO mainly because it's cheap when I can get it on line, & available just about everywhere when I can't. I've used it for nearly 20 years, and never had a problem.

fidojoe · 01-03-2004, 11:11 PM

I've used IO since I started SW and never had a problem, I have noticed the Ca is low tho, about 380. I'm thinking about switching to Marinemix Pro.

SaltyQueen · 01-03-2004, 11:12 PM

Thanks for everyone's input- I didn't realize that there was some controversy about this on RAG

- I was just wondering why people chose the brand they use, so hopefully everyone can just stick to that! It's a personal preference, and I'd like to think that there is no mix that is worse or better than the other, just ones that have different advantages & disadvantages!

cleartank · 01-03-2004, 11:22 PM

ReefLady · 01-03-2004, 11:24 PM

No worries, SQ - it's all good. i was just teasing.

mojoreef · 01-03-2004, 11:38 PM

Only the best for me Mortons all the way

Mike

Curtswearing · 01-03-2004, 11:52 PM

The iodized or non-iodized version?

Enquiring minds want to know.

mojoreef · 01-03-2004, 11:54 PM

I use the lite version...got to watch my girlish figure you know

Mike

Cougra · 01-03-2004, 11:56 PM

I'm currently using Instant ocean. WHy, well it was the first brand of salt I came across at the LFS last time I needed to buy some. However I tend to use either Kent or Instant Ocean depending on availability and price. I've been using both brands for the past three years now.

captivereefs · 01-04-2004, 12:32 AM

I used to use IO and than swirtched to coralife. I switched because it is cheap as heck for me at the wholesalers. I have not noticed any differance in my tank and the Ca levels are way better than IO. I do have some of the new Oceanic salt coming and am very curius about it.

Craig Manoukian · 01-04-2004, 02:36 AM

Marine Environment 2 because it mixes the best (no residue in the mixing bucket), keeps my water parameters in balance, and my tank clean. Smells fresh when mixed and my livestock couldn't be happier.

Orvin Farmer · 01-04-2004, 05:37 AM

IO for me one good reason (at least for me) it comes in a bucket that will mix 200gal, when you have big tank even a small (5%) water change, is still a lot of water. 15 to 20gal of SW a week on my 240gal tank...bulk is cheaper...alot cheaper! This was also the one the LFS recomended to me. I am courious about the IO for reefs. does anyone use this instead of the regular IO. More money but is it really worth it? Any coments, please send me a personal reply. Thank you, in advance.

wooddood · 01-04-2004, 06:54 AM

instant ocean,works for me.

CaseyDude · 01-04-2004, 09:04 AM

Io all the way baby

View Poll Results: Which Brand of Salt Do You Use?
Instant Ocean	173	51.18%
Reef Crystals	38	11.24%
Red Sea	17	5.03%
Tropic Marin	32	9.47%
Coralife	20	5.92%
Kent	18	5.33%
Seachem	5	1.48%
Marine Environment 2 part	5	1.48%
Bio-Sea	6	1.78%
Other (please specify below...)	24	7.10%
Voters: 338. You may not vote on this poll

01-03-2004, 11:00 PM	#16 (permalink)
Curtswearing Golden Moray Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 2,596 View Gallery Karma Komment	LOL Kevin __________________ In memory of Fluffy, please pause before hitting enter---being nice is free. Click for ReefKeeping FAQ'S Click for Product Reviews Click for Photo ID Gallery http://curtcpapfs.com/downloads/1Curt.jpg

01-03-2004, 11:11 PM	#18 (permalink)
fidojoe Fish Addict Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,581 View Gallery Karma Komment	I've used IO since I started SW and never had a problem, I have noticed the Ca is low tho, about 380. I'm thinking about switching to Marinemix Pro. __________________ *Member "Crabs Are Evil" Society* My Tank: 90g AGA, 18g tall sump, CSS 220 w/ meshmod impeller, 4x54w Tek T5 retro w/ IC reflectors, Kalk reactor w/ aquamedic niveaumat system, a few SPS, LPS, zoos, and a few softies, 2 Ocellaris Clowns (hosted by both a RBTA and GBTA), Yellow Watchman, Potter's angel, Yellow Tang, Foxface, Midas Blenny, Purple Pseudo, huge brittle star, 2 tigertail cukes, fire shrimp, snails, and unfortunately two emerald crabs (the bubble algae got out of control).

01-03-2004, 11:24 PM	#21 (permalink)
ReefLady Golden Moray Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: New Hampshire, USA Posts: 2,029 View Gallery Karma Komment	No worries, SQ - it's all good. i was just teasing. __________________ ~ Teri -------- "You do not need a parachute to skydive. You only need a parachute to skydive twice."

01-03-2004, 11:38 PM	#22 (permalink)
mojoreef Just a reefer Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,176 View Gallery Karma Komment	Only the best for me Mortons all the way Mike __________________ Make sure you check out The Fish Gallery The Coral Gallery The Equipment Gallery

01-03-2004, 11:05 PM	#17 (permalink)
BoomerD Reef Shark Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Northern California Posts: 5,637 View Gallery Karma Komment	I use IO mainly because it's cheap when I can get it on line, & available just about everywhere when I can't. I've used it for nearly 20 years, and never had a problem.

01-03-2004, 11:12 PM	#19 (permalink)
SaltyQueen Scopas Tang Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 400 View Gallery Karma Komment	Thanks for everyone's input- I didn't realize that there was some controversy about this on RAG - I was just wondering why people chose the brand they use, so hopefully everyone can just stick to that! It's a personal preference, and I'd like to think that there is no mix that is worse or better than the other, just ones that have different advantages & disadvantages!

01-03-2004, 11:22 PM	#20 (permalink)
cleartank Bryozoan Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 54 View Gallery Karma Komment

01-03-2004, 11:52 PM	#23 (permalink)
Curtswearing Golden Moray Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 2,596 View Gallery Karma Komment	The iodized or non-iodized version? Enquiring minds want to know. __________________ In memory of Fluffy, please pause before hitting enter---being nice is free. Click for ReefKeeping FAQ'S Click for Product Reviews Click for Photo ID Gallery http://curtcpapfs.com/downloads/1Curt.jpg

01-03-2004, 11:54 PM	#24 (permalink)
mojoreef Just a reefer Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,176 View Gallery Karma Komment	I use the lite version...got to watch my girlish figure you know Mike __________________ Make sure you check out The Fish Gallery The Coral Gallery The Equipment Gallery

01-03-2004, 11:56 PM	#25 (permalink)
Cougra Dragon Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Toronto, ON Posts: 2,216 View Gallery Karma Komment	I'm currently using Instant ocean. WHy, well it was the first brand of salt I came across at the LFS last time I needed to buy some. However I tend to use either Kent or Instant Ocean depending on availability and price. I've been using both brands for the past three years now. __________________ Michelle Just because something CAN be done, it doesn't mean that it SHOULD be done!

01-04-2004, 12:32 AM	#26 (permalink)
captivereefs Sponsor Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: WI Posts: 215 View Gallery Karma Komment	I used to use IO and than swirtched to coralife. I switched because it is cheap as heck for me at the wholesalers. I have not noticed any differance in my tank and the Ca levels are way better than IO. I do have some of the new Oceanic salt coming and am very curius about it. __________________ Thanks, Darin MEMBERS SAVE 6% WITH COUPON CODE REEFSANCTUARY Visit us at CAPTIVE REEFS

01-04-2004, 02:36 AM	#27 (permalink)
Craig Manoukian Regular Guy Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Marina Del Ray, CA Posts: 18,233 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Marine Environment 2 because it mixes the best (no residue in the mixing bucket), keeps my water parameters in balance, and my tank clean. Smells fresh when mixed and my livestock couldn't be happier. __________________ Currently tankless. 20 Gallon mini reef with mated pair of Maroon Clowns given to Rougiem! 80 gallon reef given to Rougiem/Wooster HS.

01-04-2004, 05:37 AM	#28 (permalink)
Orvin Farmer Midas Blenny Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Idaho Posts: 100 View Gallery Karma Komment	IO for me one good reason (at least for me) it comes in a bucket that will mix 200gal, when you have big tank even a small (5%) water change, is still a lot of water. 15 to 20gal of SW a week on my 240gal tank...bulk is cheaper...alot cheaper! This was also the one the LFS recomended to me. I am courious about the IO for reefs. does anyone use this instead of the regular IO. More money but is it really worth it? Any coments, please send me a personal reply. Thank you, in advance. __________________ Our reef tank is my drug of choice. The addiction is real, and I can't stop. Rehab...HA....I, won't go. I love it too much. Givvvve Meeeee Morrre coralllls!!!

01-04-2004, 06:54 AM	#29 (permalink)
wooddood the wood dude Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CARMEL. INDIANA Posts: 3,450 View Gallery Karma Komment	instant ocean,works for me. __________________ 120 gal/in wall tank/starboard substraight/2 250 watt 10k xm metal halides/ 4 55watt 03 actinics/150lbs lr/scwd on return/scwd on a closed loop/aquaclear aquatics 200 pro wetdry w/skimmer. ask all the questions you have if we cant answer it we'll make up some thing. remember patience is the key to a kick ass reef. dave.

01-04-2004, 09:04 AM	#30 (permalink)
CaseyDude Serpent Star Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Florida Posts: 201 View Gallery Karma Komment	Io all the way baby __________________ http://www.reefsanctuary.com/Banners/RS_banner2.gif

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