New Tank Help

[willsmith1]

I have a 20 gallon tank that I want to start putting some reef/corals in. What are the ideal parameters? Salinity, temp., nitrates etc... I am new to reefs so I need all the help that I can get. Thanks

 

[nycbob]

sg- 8.2-8.4
temp- 76-80
nitrate, nitrite and ammonia - 0
u gotta let the tank cycle for 3 weeks b4 adding hardy fish and easy corals.

 

[don lino]

I keep my salinity level at .025 with an Instant Ocean Hydrometer... G/L

 

[willsmith1]

thanks guys