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Alkalinity unit of measurement

post #1 of 2
8/10/11 at 10:00am
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What unit of measurement do the folks here refer to when talking about Alkalinity?  I see meq/L,  DKH, English degree of hardness, and PPM.  I have the calulations to convert,  but when in a conversation here what units do you refer too.

 

While on the subject, what do you consider good, or bad reads, and how often do you test?

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8/10/11 at 11:55am

I prefer Meq/L when referring to Alkalinity but PPM ad dKH are equally understood.

 

IMO 3.5Meq/L is a good target level for the average tank.  Lower is fine for the larger tanks or automatic Alkalinity replenishment.

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