Refractometer

[airforceb2]

Hey guys,
I was just surfing around on the net and found a refractometer for $42.99. I was wondering if brand played any part in these things or if it was pretty straight forward with telling the SG and Salinity. Thanks.

 

[who dey]

it's probably more accurate than a swing arm, but you also get what you pay for. your call

 

[airforceb2]

That is what I figured. I'm not 100% sure on how these work but I thought I would ask the "online pros" first. I'll probably just save up and buy one that I know will last beyond the life of my tank and not let me down. Thanks.

 

[who dey]

good idea! good luck

 

[buzzword]

Hey AirForce!! USAFA GOOOO AIR FOrce Fight Fight Fight. Grew up on the Air Force Academy had to do it. went to 3 games last year. Sorry off tangent. But seriously buy that refractometer!! I just bought the same one and it is great. My LFS guys sell it at their place for around $70. And it is the same model they use. I love it, so much better than a swing arm! And thanks for the comments on my tank.

 

[airforceb2]

Hey Buzz,
I went the enlisted route, I wanted to earn a real pay check (sorry but I have to keep the battle alive). I couldn't believe the deal when i saw it, the "Portable Refrac". I might get that along with a skimmer on that site. Their lights are totally out of the question though. BTW, as soon as we can post pics on the site again, I'll put up a pic of my Surfline. I can't wait to get all the essentials so I can actually get some water in there.
One last question WAY off subject. I have a couple friends in Guam right now and was wondering if I could put some LR from the ocean in my "curing tank" to seed some dead rock i have? If so, that would be awesome. Thanks.

 

[acrylic51]

Go with the refractometer and when u get it check it against your swing arm!!!!

 

[slammy16]

I got a refractometer off the auction website. IT looks better than the one on this website and i payed less than what it goes for on swf.com. I would trust this thing over any hydrometer any day.

 

[buzzword]

Hey, I know it will seed the dead rock after a few weeks of curing but try to make sure your not getting to many detrimental hitchickers. Just put it in your curing tank with a powerhead, heater and if you have an extra skimmer do that too. Good luck.