PH question

[paulcoates]

Ideally, a tank should be 8.2
Granted, PH fluctuates.
Should I have my morning ph at 8.2 with the idea that it could raise the longer the lights are on during the day
Or should I have my morning PH at 8.0 knowing it will raise throughout the day....
In generaly, is it safer to have your PH at 8.0 or 8.4? Or better yet, at what point dutring the day should your PH hit 8.2?

 

[lawdawg161]

As an added question... what is the best way to raise pH a little? Baking soda? pH buffer? How much should be added to raise the pH in a 55 gal. from 8.0-8.2?

 

[paulcoates]

I added a PH Buffer (two parts). For the type I bought it was 5 ml per 40 gallons.
Then again, it all depends on how low your PH is. You may have to add multiple caps. Test your water every day after adding this stuff.
Try one capful of each (or the recmommended doasge for your tank) per day. I brought mine up to 8.2 after 3 days

 

[jdm_ae86]

you should have it fluctuate as little as possible. 8.2-8.4 is best. the only way you can keep your pH steady is by having a reverse lighting refugium. you should try avoid adding pH buffers too.

 

[snipe]

Adding PH Buffer and Calcium Buffer souldnt hurt anything.