What test kit do you use?

leahski · 02-14-2008, 03:12 PM

i think it's time for me to get a new test kit. i started with a mini master test kit, which confused me to no end, then switched to dip tests which are easy but i've heard not as accurate. i'm running low on strips so i'm deciding what to replace them with...

what do you use? or if you're using something that you think is not the best, what test kit do you think is the most accurate and most easy to read?

Woodstock · 02-14-2008, 03:16 PM

I use and have used API liquid and Salifert test kits for a long time with no issues at all.
Whatever test kit you get, make sure they are not expired and follow the directions carefully. Shake, wait, etc. just like they instruct.

ocean_freak · 02-14-2008, 03:20 PM

I've used Salifert test kits, but I hear Elos is just as good. I might give Elos products a try in the near future. People say it's considered "high-end" stuff but oh well...you gotta try it to believe it!

BigAl07 · 02-14-2008, 03:22 PM

API kit here and no issues.

wonderloss · 02-14-2008, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by ocean_freak

I've used Salifert test kits, but I hear Elos is just as good. I might give Elos products a try in the near future. People say it's considered "high-end" stuff but oh well...you gotta try it to believe it!

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djbacon · 02-14-2008, 03:24 PM

Started with Tetra garbage - just got the reef master kit (Phos, Calc, Alk, Ni)3) by API and like it alot better. The coloration time is much faster and the tests are much easier to read.

Royalscott · 02-14-2008, 03:28 PM

Currently using dip tests, but am going to try Sailfert when Scott runs out.

DrHank · 02-14-2008, 03:36 PM

API and Salifert.

Fish Crazy · 02-14-2008, 03:42 PM

I use Salifert test kits, they cost more but I trust the results

Dentoid · 02-14-2008, 04:12 PM

Salifert mainly. API as a back-up!

boozeman · 02-14-2008, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by wonderloss

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funkpolice · 02-14-2008, 04:18 PM

I use the api master test kit along with instant ocean akalinity and calcium test. Does anyone have a suggestion for a better calcium test. It's hard to differenciate between pink and purple with the instant ocean test.
bill

CATALYST · 02-14-2008, 04:30 PM

Just Salifert.

wonderloss · 02-14-2008, 04:33 PM

I use Salifert for Alk, Ca, and Phosphate. I forget the brand I use for pH and the various nitrogen compounds.

Frankie · 02-14-2008, 04:34 PM

Salifert and API. Seachem also make a good test kit for mag. I have also used Fast Test in the past with good results.
My best kit is my eye i think

View Poll Results: What Test Kit do you use?
Master test kit	4	12.12%
API	11	33.33%
Red Sea	2	6.06%
Saltwater Basics	1	3.03%
Dip tests (jungle or other)	2	6.06%
other (please elaborate!)	13	39.39%
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02-14-2008, 03:12 PM	#1 (permalink)
leahski Sea Pen Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: GR, Michigan Posts: 321 View Gallery Karma Komment	What test kit do you use? i think it's time for me to get a new test kit. i started with a mini master test kit, which confused me to no end, then switched to dip tests which are easy but i've heard not as accurate. i'm running low on strips so i'm deciding what to replace them with... what do you use? or if you're using something that you think is not the best, what test kit do you think is the most accurate and most easy to read? __________________ Tori sharks are friends, not souvenirs! 8 gallons of salty goodness! The NANO club!

02-14-2008, 03:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
Woodstock The Wand Geek was here. ;) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 22,783 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: What test kit do you use? I use and have used API liquid and Salifert test kits for a long time with no issues at all. Whatever test kit you get, make sure they are not expired and follow the directions carefully. Shake, wait, etc. just like they instruct. __________________ ~Doni Marie~ *GOT ICH???* ~120 Reef Chronicle ~ *~Breeding Picasso Clownfish~* "Energy and persistence conquer all things." Benjamin Franklin __________________________________________________ ______________________________________________ 120 mixed reef, dual Reeflux 10k 250 MHs, dual Geiseman Actinic T5s,Neptune AC III, ASM g3, 2x Korallia #3, Mag 9.5 return

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ocean_freak Tunicate Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Fresno Posts: 14 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: What test kit do you use? I've used Salifert test kits, but I hear Elos is just as good. I might give Elos products a try in the near future. People say it's considered "high-end" stuff but oh well...you gotta try it to believe it!

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BigAl07 Reef Addict (hopeless) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waynesville, North Carolina Posts: 10,563 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: What test kit do you use? API kit here and no issues. __________________ Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here) with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow *When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!!* Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!!

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djbacon Torch coral Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Francisco Posts: 547 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: What test kit do you use? Started with Tetra garbage - just got the reef master kit (Phos, Calc, Alk, Ni)3) by API and like it alot better. The coloration time is much faster and the tests are much easier to read. __________________ Check out my awesome 14g nanoreef in progress - http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...ater-tank.html The Nano Club - It's not the size of the reef. It's what's in it that counts

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Royalscott Plate Coral Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Louisiana Posts: 735 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: What test kit do you use? Currently using dip tests, but am going to try Sailfert when Scott runs out. __________________ Janetta & Scott 29 Gallon Bio Cube & 14 Gallon Bio Cube The Nano Club Wear Gloves

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DrHank Golden Moray Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Crestview, FL Posts: 2,251 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: What test kit do you use? API and Salifert. __________________ Jim Dr Hank's 210 Build: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...nks-tanks.html Dr Hank's 155 Bowfront:http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...-bowfront.html

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Fish Crazy Tuxedo Urchin Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 286 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: What test kit do you use? I use Salifert test kits, they cost more but I trust the results __________________ Reefing Rocks Check out our 180 project http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...obsession.html

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Dentoid Over Achiever Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 10,239 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: What test kit do you use? Salifert mainly. API as a back-up! __________________ Scott Dentoid's Reeforama

02-14-2008, 04:18 PM	#12 (permalink)
funkpolice Scopas Tang Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Orland Park IL Posts: 443 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: What test kit do you use? I use the api master test kit along with instant ocean akalinity and calcium test. Does anyone have a suggestion for a better calcium test. It's hard to differenciate between pink and purple with the instant ocean test. bill

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CATALYST Harlequin Tuskfish Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 904 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: What test kit do you use? Just Salifert. __________________

02-14-2008, 04:34 PM	#15 (permalink)
Frankie Angel Girl's Daddy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: The End Of The World Posts: 7,025 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: What test kit do you use? Salifert and API. Seachem also make a good test kit for mag. I have also used Fast Test in the past with good results. My best kit is my eye i think __________________ Visit my aquarium -->Frankie's 120 gal Experiment Bruce: Today's meeting is Step 5: Bring a fish friend. Everyone brought a fish friend? DIY=DO IT YOURSELF! If we ignore the environment maybe it will go away....

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