API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT
The API®
FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT measures the 4 most important levels in freshwater
aquariums quickly and accurately, including pH, high range pH, ammonia,
nitrite, and nitrate. With scientific accuracy for professional results, the
reusable FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT comes with 4 glass test tubes with
snap-tight caps and a convenient holding tub for easy storage. Also includes a
step-by-step instruction booklet with a color chart that provides information
on how to correct unsafe water conditions.
We recommend
that you take a few minutes each week to monitor your aquarium conditions and
create a better underwater world for your fish. Testing your aquarium water has
never been so easy or accurate!
Sizes
Contains 800 tests and includes 7 test solutions, easy-to-ready instructions, 4
glass test tubes and color chart
FAQ:
- Why
test pH?
- pH
is the measure of acidity in your water. A pH reading of 7.0 is neutral, a
pH higher than 7.0 is alkaline, and a pH lower than this level is acidic.
It is important to keep your aquarium at the appropriate pH level to
ensure optimal water quality for your specific fish species, as different
types of fish require different pH levels for their habitats. API®
FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT will enable you to test the pH levels in your
water as often as needed!
- Why
test for Ammonia?
- Fish
continually release ammonia directly into the water through their gills,
urine, and solid waste. Uneaten food and other waste also add ammonia to
the water. A natural way that your aquarium handles this ammonia is
through the biological filter, or natural aquarium cycle. However, as with
any natural processes, imbalances can occur. This is why it’s important to
regularly test for the presence of ammonia, which can spike unexpectedly
in your aquarium. As soon as it is detected, ammonia should be removed,
otherwise it will damage your fish’s gill membranes and harm their
respiration, which can eventually result in fish death. Even small amounts
of ammonia stress fish, suppressing their immune systems and increasing
the likelihood of disease outbreaks. You can remove ammonia from your tank
by performing a partial water change, and by dosing with a solution
specifically designed to treat ammonia. Test frequently for high ammonia
using API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT.
- Why
test for Nitrite?
- Testing
for the presence of toxic nitrite is essential, so that if it is detected,
steps can be taken to remove it. If left untreated, nitrite in the water
will hinder normal fish respiration, eventually leading to fish death.
Even small amounts or low levels of nitrite stress fish, suppressing their
immune systems and increasing the likelihood of disease, which is why it’s
important to test for nitrite using API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT. You
can remove nitrite from your tank by performing a partial water change.
- What
does the FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT test for?
- The
FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT measures pH, high range pH, ammonia, nitrite,
and nitrate in your freshwater aquarium.
- What
is included with the FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT?
- The
kit includes seven test solutions, easy-to-read instruction, glass test
tubes, and a color chart.