Salinity levels high

[dpdiver]

Hello All,
I tested my levels again today. 7th day of cycle...
and my Salinity levels are verry high,
Salinity 1.029
Water Temp 73Deg
Ph 8.2
No2 0
No3 0
Amonia 0.25
Alk normal
What is the best way to drop the salinity level?
Thanks,
Milt

 

[nas19320]

Also I think your temp is a little on the low side. Get it up close to 80.

 

[bang guy]

I come up with a Salinity of about 39.6ppt given the temp and Specific Gravity you listed.
I agree 100% with the posters above me but what are you using to test your Specific Gravity? I only ask because the Swing-Arm style hydrometer can be very inaccurate. If you're using a floating hydrometer it's much more accurate. The best solution is to skip the specific gravity all together and test the Salinity directly using a Refractometer.

 

[dpdiver]

Thanks for the information, Yes I am using a swing arm device. I removed a gallon of SW and replaced it with FW. the sallinity dropped to 1.026. will wait a couple of hours and remeasure. I'll repeat if necessary. My salinity levels started around 1.025 and went up from there. From what I have gathered I want to be close to 1.021.
I'm still new to this, this board and everyones support is greatly appreciated.
Thank You all!
Milt

 

[bang guy]

You should convert the specific gravity reading to Salinity. Salinity is what really matters. 35 - 36 ppt is the desired range regardless of what temp you choose.

 

[dpdiver]

Thanks for all your help. I have dropped the levels to 1.024, I will give it a day or two and see if I can get it to 1.021.
I appreciate all of the advice.
milt

 

[jtroutine]

Thanks for all your help. I have dropped the levels to 1.024, I will give it a day or two and see if I can get it to 1.021.
Why so low? I wouldnt go any lower then 1.023 especially if you have inverts.