Calcium?

[helpme74]

I would like to know if I can add Calcium to my 5 gallon water top off jug...Do you think this is ok. I use about 5 gallons of water a week. I have an auto top system so it will add the water slow .Thanks for all your help.

 

[who dey]

IMO you can add it anywhere you want as long as ur testing for it

 

[thegrog]

Wont do much good unless the water is buffered. Needs a dKH of it least 8-12 in order to hold any calcium in solution. Other than that, a good way to add it.

 

[bang guy]

I think you got that backwards Grog
It's fine to use topoff water to dose Calcium. What I think the Grog meant was that you must also maintain Alkalinity in your display tank so be sure to test for Alkalinity and Calcium.
I'd shy away from dosing both Calcium and Alkalinity using topoff unless they are seperate containers or you're using limewater.

 

[thegrog]

Originally Posted by Bang Guy
I think you got that backwards Grog
It's fine to use topoff water to dose Calcium. What I think the Grog meant was that you must also maintain Alkalinity in your display tank so be sure to test for Alkalinity and Calcium.
I'd shy away from dosing both Calcium and Alkalinity using topoff unless they are seperate containers or you're using limewater.
Ahhhhh, yes I did get that backwards!! Started celebrating the new year a little early!

Just goes to proove that you have to be careful when typing and drinking at the same time!!

 

[helpme74]

I'm testing KH + alk plus i buffer . I add Calcium about 2 table spoons a week Just wanted to see if it will work with the ro/di top off water. My Calcium dropps down quick just did a water change it at 350

 

[bang guy]

What is your Alkalinity level?