Salinity

Bryan1851

Please advise whether the water in my aquarium meets the generally accepted parameters: 1. The hydrometer from "Sera" shows the water density in the aquarium at a temperature of T=26°C - 1.024 g/ml. 2. The hydrometer from "JBL," adjusted for temperature, shows 1.023 g/ml. 3. The conductivity meter calibrated in the provided liquid, taking temperature into account, shows 52 mS. According to printed publications, a density of 1.023 g/ml should correspond to a specific conductivity of 44 mS at T=25°C. However, I have a ratio of 1.023 g/ml - 52 mS. Where is the truth? Additionally, all publications state that conductivity should be within 45-48 mS. Should I lower the conductivity to 47 or leave it as it is and measure the density?

Katie5500

I think that conductivity is influenced not only by the presence of salt in the water but also by calcium and other trace elements - leave everything as it is!

Brandi

Salinity, I believe, is normally 1.024-1.026. But if it's 1.022, it's not the end of the world either.

Susan9583

I have been using a regular general-purpose hydrometer for a year now, and I have checked it in other marine aquariums, with an accuracy of ± 0.001 in different tanks. Therefore, I have settled the question of salinity for myself. I maintain it between 1.023 and 1.027, depending on evaporation, water changes, and human factors.

Lindsay

Normal indicators. The error is acceptable, so don't worry.

Derek7322

It will be interesting to see what they will write a couple of years later.

Courtney

I hold 1.023-1.026 changes, there have been no negative changes.

Rachel9060

Your salinity is jumping quite a bit. I brought mine down from 1.029 to 1.028 over two months with fresh water. The stubborn thing doesn't want to drop.

Julia

Help choose From what is offered. There are 3 options - 1. SERA Saltwater Hydrometer, - SERA hydrometer. $10 2. RED SEA analog hydrometer. $13 3. Water density meter, Aqua Medic Salimeter $8

Adam4310

The salinity is 1.028-1.029. I understand that people try to keep it within these limits and do not jump around. Everyone at Sherkhan keeps it at a minimum of 1.023 and a maximum of 1.027 in this mode. You always twist things around, but there is no smart answer.

Jamie3553

What does that have to do with me? I actually use a refractometer.

Eric8832

Uncle Mobud mistakenly addressed someone while half-asleep.

Joseph6461

Such a question has already been asked. Many use the medical aquarium, and the reviews about its performance are good. Do not take the needle-type ones at all; the readings are unstable.

Elizabeth6302

My uncle probably grabbed my post from last year while hungover and decided to write nonsense.