Why Does BRS Recommend This?
The Red Sea Marine Care Test Kit set comes with almost everything you need to get you through your cycle, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate, but can also test for alkalinity and pH. Each test is easy to perform with clear instructions, and if you are just getting into saltwater aquariums and on a budget, we highly recommend the Red Sea Marine Care Test Kit.
All the tests you need in one kit to monitor the biological maturation of your new reef tank or on-going maintenance of an established tank.
Kit includes:
- 100 Ammonia test kits
- 100 Nitrate test kits
- 60 Nitrite test kits
- 100 pH test kits
- 55 Alkalinity test kits
- Analytical grade glass vials
Red Sea Marine Care Test Kit Manual
Red Sea Reef Marine Care Test Kit Contents |
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| Test Name | Element | # of Tests | Accuracy | Range | Test Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonia | NH3/NH4 | 100 | ±.1ppm | 0-2ppm | Colorimetric |
| Nitrate | NO3 | 100 | ±1ppm | 0-250ppm | Colorimetric |
| Nitrite | NO2 | 60 | ±.025ppm | 0-1pppm | Colorimetric |
| pH | pH | 100 | ±.1ppm | 7.6-8.6 | Colorimetric |
| Alkalinity | dKH | 55 | 1 dKH/0.36 meq/L | 0-∞ | Titration |
| Product Name | RedSea Marine Care Test Kit |
|---|---|
| SKU | 208301 |
| Vendor | Red Sea |
| UPC | 730773215256 |
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Product Questions
I'm confused about the Nitrate test in this particular kit. The product specs list the Nitrate test as having a range of 0-250ppm. But the color chart in my kit only shows from 0-50ppm.
Over the last seven months, I've observed results of 50+ppm (the color matches [exceeds] the darkest swatch).
However, my LFS has always tested my water as being "acceptable" for fish and softies.
After viewing the recent "BRStv Investigates: How accurate are nitrate test kits...", I decided to try the NYOS Nitrate kit. And it shows a very clear 25ppm. Not great, but obviously far off from the Red Sea test.
Should I assume the Red Sea Nitrate test is fubar?
I appreciate your knowledge and insight.
Over the last seven months, I've observed results of 50+ppm (the color matches [exceeds] the darkest swatch).
However, my LFS has always tested my water as being "acceptable" for fish and softies.
After viewing the recent "BRStv Investigates: How accurate are nitrate test kits...", I decided to try the NYOS Nitrate kit. And it shows a very clear 25ppm. Not great, but obviously far off from the Red Sea test.
Should I assume the Red Sea Nitrate test is fubar?
I appreciate your knowledge and insight.
Question by: Douglas Choma on May 26, 2017, 1:12 AM
Typically their tests are very good, but it does sound like there may be an issue with the nitrate test you got from Red Sea. As levels much above 50ppm can cause chronic health issues in coral and fish, they are more concerned with testing and monitoring levels within that range. Their instructions do have this to say for higher levels: "High Range: For levels of Nitrate above 50 ppm dilute 1 ml of the water to be
tested with 4 ml of RO water. Multiply the result by 5 for true nitrate level. "
Hope this helps!
tested with 4 ml of RO water. Multiply the result by 5 for true nitrate level. "
Hope this helps!
Answer by: Zack on Jun 5, 2017, 11:10 AM
Good Afternoon,
What is the shelf life of the "Red Sea Marine Care Test Kit"
What is the shelf life of the "Red Sea Marine Care Test Kit"
Question by: Chris d'Albenas on Dec 8, 2015, 1:37 PM
Great question!
These will come with expiration dates on the bottles and retail packaging. You will want to replace if past these dates. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
These will come with expiration dates on the bottles and retail packaging. You will want to replace if past these dates. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
Answer by: Connor on Dec 10, 2015, 6:50 PM