Nyos Alkalinity+

$25.00

Nyos® ALKALINITY+ is a high purity sodium bicarbonate.

With ALKALINITY+ you can increase the carbonate hardness in your saltwater aquarium quickly and simply.

HOW TO DOSE:

Pre-mixed solution (recommend): Mix 160g (5.64oz) of ALKALINITY+ to 2000ml (0.53gal) of RODI water. 38ml (4.8fl oz) of this solution will increase the KH in a 100L (100gal) aquarium by approximately 1°dKH (1°dKH). This is a reference value; the actual dosage amount may vary.

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Brightwell Aquatics Coral Amino 30ml

$29.00

Free-Form Coral Amino Complex for all Corals & Their Allies
Overview

• Complex of free-form amino acids in the same ratios found within tissues of stony corals.
• Beneficial to all corals (stony and soft), as well as solitary and colonial polyps.
• Free-form amino acids:
• Provide the building blocks of coral tissue in ideal ratios to encourage the formation of new tissue.
• Encourage new tissue growth to repair damage incurred during fragmentation and propagation.
• Encourage growth by budding and fission.
• Encourage vibrant coloration.
• Formulated based on data compiled by oceanographers researching coral tissue profiles.
• Does not require refrigeration.

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ADA GREEN BRIGHTY NITROGEN

$19.00

ADA GREEN BRIGHTY NITROGEN

The color of leaves and growth of plants tend to get thinned or suppressed if a lack of nitrogen occurs. Supplying nitrogen to the planted aquarium improves the color of leaves and growth of plants. (It does not include phosphate (PO4) that often triggers algae).

Directions:
Provide 1 push (1ml) for each 5 gallons (20 liters) daily. 

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Brightwell Aquatics ChaetoGro

$21.00

Complete phosphate and nitrate free multi-nutrient with iron, cobalt and molybdenum for chaetomorpha growth and vigor in all marine systems

Overview

• For all marine aquariums & ULNS systems

• Shrimp & Invertebrate safe

• Phosphate & Nitrate free

• Provides 13 elements critical to long-term health, growth, and coloration of aquatic plants

• Well-suited to ULNS aquariums and designed for nutrient control of phosphates and nitrates by chaetomorpha uptake

• Formulated utilizing extensive research on aquatic algae nutrient requirements

Technical Background

Nutrients are substances required by algae for survival; they are collectively involved in all aspects of the biological and chemical reactions that allow algae to function properly. Brightwell Aquatics ChaetoGro provides these substances in concentrations found by researchers to be necessary for long-term health. These elements, and some of the processes that they are involved in, are: 

Potassium - Protein synthesis, water and charge balance, enzyme activation. 
Boron - Chlorophyll production, flowering, root growth, cell function. 
Carbon - Required for all organic compounds. 
Calcium - Cell wall stability and permeability, enzyme activation, cell response to stimuli. 
Chlorine - Water and charge balance, photosynthesis. 
Iron - Required for photosynthesis, component of enzymes utilized in redox reactions. 
Magnesium - Component of chlorophyll, enzyme activation. 
Manganese - Formation of amino acids, enzyme activation. 
Molybdenum and Cobalt - Required for nitrate reduction. 
Nickel - Enzyme activation, processing of nitrogenous material. 
Sulfur - Component of proteins and the coenzymes that are involved with nutrient utilization and growth. 
Zinc - Chlorophyll production, enzyme activation. 

ChaetoGro does not contain phosphorus or nitrogen

Instructions Guidelines

ChaetoGro will help establish water chemistry conducive to long-term chaeotomorpha health and growth, helping it to efficiently control unwanted nutrients in the system, such as phosphate and nitrate. Shake product well before using. Basic: For the first 2 weeks of use, add 5ml (1 capful) of product per 20 US-gallons of aquarium volume twice each week; increase dosage thereafter depending upon perceived nutrient needs of chaeto algae. When used in this fashion, 500 ml treats up to 2,000 US-gallons (7,600 L). Advanced: Daily dosing is recommended, as it maintains a more stable and natural environment than dosing weekly, in which nutrient concentrations spike just after dosing and then gradually decrease throughout the course of the week. To dose daily, add 6 drops per 20 US-gallons per day; adjust dosing volume after one week in accordance with appearance of algae and perceived need for nutrients. Important: Brightwell recommends the use of MicroBacter7 and Reef Bio Fuel or Katalyst to maintain proper carbon levels for the Chaeto, as well as proper bacterial function in the system. For proper Chaeto growth, Brightwell recommends that the hobbyist maintain a minimum of .01 ppm phosphate and 3 to 5 ppm nitrates in the reef system. If levels fall below these values, proper nutrient control will not efficiently occur. If the levels are low, use NeoPhos or NeoNitro as directed on their labels, as necessary to bring them up to the proper level.

Caution

Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.

Guaranteed Analysis

0-0-1.30; Potassium (K) as Soluble Potash (K2O) (min) 1.30%; Boron 0.009%; Carbon 0.005%; Calcium 0.14%; Chlorine 0.39%; Cobalt 0.0004%; Iron 0.1%; Magnesium 0.4%; Manganese 0.0475%; Molybdenum 0.004%; Sulfur 0.16%; Zinc 0.002%.

Sources of Nutrients

Potassium sulfate, Calcium chloride, Magnesium sulfate, Potassium iodide, Iron EDTA, Zinc sulfate, Manganese chloride, Sodium tetraborate, Cobalt chloride, Sodium molybdate.

Other Ingredients

Purified water, Nickel chloride.

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Brightwell Aquatics Vitamarin-M

$35.00

Advanced Multi-Vitamin Supplement for all Marine Fish & Reef Aquaria

Overview

• Full-spectrum vitamin supplement formulated to benefit marine fishes, corals and other invertebrates, and other marine aquarium inhabitants.

• Provides a full-complement  of vitamins in the same ratios found in the tissues of filter-feeding marine invertebrates, organisms that extract plankton from the surrounding water and gain their nutritional benefit, and which are in turn consumed by many reef inhabitants.

• Requires no refrigeration.

• Composed of purified water and ultra-high purity materials.

• Formulated by a marine scientist.

Technical Background

Vitamins are compounds required in minute concentrations for vital metabolic reactions; the amounts of vitamins required for a given species varies. Short-term vitamin deficiencies can typically be tolerated by most organisms, however long-term deficiencies tend to result in abnormalities, poor health, and eventually even death of the specimen. Conversely, if severely overdosed, ingested vitamins can have a negative impact on a specimen by way of toxicity, though the impact is unlikely to be permanent. Decreasing the vitamin dosage typically results in full recovery of the affected specimen. For these reasons, it is recommended that Vītamarin-M be utilized either as a means of delivering vitamins to aquarium inhabitants through food or by direct addition to the water, but not both.

All Brightwell Aquatics liquid water care supplements are made with purified water and high purity materials. We develop formulae for aquaria based on empirical data, using observation and measurement rather than theory.

Vītamarin-M does not require refrigeration, however storage in a cool, shaded area will prolong the activity of the vitamins. Refrigeration will maximize the shelf-life of the product.

Instructions and Guidelines

If using to fortify food (recommended): Place food in a clean container such as a small bowl or cup and add only enough Vītamarin-M to saturate. Allow at least 5 minutes to elapse before feeding, enabling adequate time for the vitamins to become thoroughly absorbed by the food. Liquid food suspensions may be fortified by adding 1 ml (approximately 8 drops) Vītamarin-M per 10 ml of food suspension; stir to mix and allow 5 minutes to elapse before feeding. Maximum benefit of any liquid food suspension is achieved when the food is target-fed to the intended organisms rather than poured into a stream of water and allowed to disperse randomly throughout the aquarium.

If adding directly to aquarium water: Begin by adding 2 ml (approximately 16 drops) of Vītamarin-M per 20 US-gallons of water weekly for the first four weeks of use; this corresponds to adding approximately 2 drops per 20 US-gallons each day. Then, gradually increase the weekly dosage to 4 ml per 20 US-gallons over the following four weeks and maintain this dosage. [Note: if using Vītamarin-M in conjunction with Brightwell Aquatics Kōralle-VM, decrease dosages by 50%.] Starting at a low dosage will not cause any harm to the livestock, and will enable you to notice subtle changes in the appearance of the system that indicate the effectiveness and need for the product.

Caution: Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.

Guaranteed Analysis

Vitamin-A Propionate (min): 19.5 IU/oz.; Thiamine (B1) (min): 15.6 mg/oz.; Riboflavin (B2) (min): 15.6 mg/oz.; Niacin (B3) (min): 265.6 mg/oz.; Pantothenic Acid (B5) (min): 39.1 mg/oz.; Pyridoxine (B6) (min): 15.6 mg/oz.; Biotin (B7) (min): 0.8 mcg/oz.; Folic Acid (B9) (min): 2.0 mcg/oz.; Cyanocobalamin (B12) (min): 3.8 mcg/oz.; Ascorbic Acid (C) (min): 359.4 mg/oz.; Cholecalciferol (D) (min): 1,560 IU/oz.; Tocopherol (E) (min): 45.5 IU/oz.; Menadione (K) (min): 0.016 mcg/oz.

Ingredients
Purified water, Ascorbic acid, Niacin, dl-a-tocopherol acetate, Calcium pantothenate, Thiamine hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine hydrochloride, Cholecalciferol, Vitamin-A propionate, Cyanocobalamin, Folic acid, Biotin, Menadione dimethylpyrimidinol

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Brightwell Aquatics Reef Code B-P

$18.00

Ionically Balanced Powered Calcium & Alkalinity for all marine fish & reef aquaria

Overview

• The alkalinity-bearing component of a two-part method for dosing calcium and carbonates (the substances largely responsible for increasing alkalinity (”buffering capacity”)) in the same ratio as that found in natural seawater.

• Benefits reef-building organisms such as corals, clams, calcareous algae, etc.

• Simplifies calcium and alkalinity maintenance; economical for particularly large systems.

• Contains no phosphate, silicate, or organic material.

• Formulated by a marine scientist.

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Brightwell Aquatics PhytōGold-S

$19.00

4 - 10µm Phytoplankton Suspension for Soft Corals, Clams, Sponges, and Other Filter-Feeders

Overview

• Provides phytoplankton ranging in size from 4 - 10µm.

• Ideally-sized for many soft corals, clams, sponges, tunicates, tube worms, and larval invertebrates.

• Formulated to provide over 75-million phytoplankton cells per ml.

• Does not require refrigeration.

• Supplemented with a proprietary amino acid to aid in coloration of invertebrates.

• Formulated by a marine scientist.

Technical Background

Brightwell Aquatics PhytōGold-S is a concentrated suspension of Isochrysis sp. and Pavlova sp., unicellular marine algae ranging in size from 4 - 10µm and providing the three omega-3 fatty acids EPA, DHA, and ARA; both species of phytoplankton are particularly rich in the omega-3 fatty acid DHA, as well as in several important amino acids. These algae fall within the size class of plankton known as nanoplankton (2.0 - 20.0µm), which is sometimes considered microplankton. They are the proper size for feeding many species of soft corals (particularly those with short tentacles), as well as clams and other bivalves, sponges, tunicates (sea squirts), plumed worms (Christmas tree worms, feather dusters, etc.), and larval invertebrates such as those of many bivalves.

Though Isochrysis and Pavlova provide a number of amino acids, one that is not naturally present has been added to PhytōGold-S; this proprietary amino acid has been shown in studies to increase coloration of corals and other marine invertebrates. Additionally, a small percentage of vitamin-C is present to increase the benefits of PhytōGold-S, particularly to corals and their allies that have recently undergone fragmenting or propagation.
PhytōGold-S may be used in conjunction with other planktonic suspensions to provide a complete range of sizes to filter-feeding and planktivorous organisms.

PhytōGold-S does not require refrigeration, however storage in a cool, shaded area will prolong the activity of the vitamins. Refrigeration will maximize the shelf-life of the product.

Instructions and Guidelines

Shake product well before using. Turn protein skimmer and other forms of mechanical filtration off prior to adding food suspensions to aquaria, and allow 10 - 15 minutes after feeding before resuming operation of filtration.

Target Feeding (recommended): Target feeding may be carried out with a lengthy piece of rigid air tubing, plastic syringe, pipette, dropper, or similar device; pour 5 ml (1 capful) into a small container and suck a portion of this into the feeding device, then slowly discharge the contents of the device 2 - 4” upstream of the target organism(s). Repeat these steps as deemed necessary. Rinse the portion (inside and outside) of the feeder that was placed into aquarium water before placing it into this bottle (if feeding directly from the bottle rather than from a separate container); failure to do so will contaminate the product and encourage it to decompose.

Broadcast Feeding: Add up to 5 ml per 50 gallons of water in the entire aquarium system in an area of rapid water movement daily for the first four weeks of use; thereafter, the dosage may be increased as desired.

Notes: Add no more than 5 ml total of liquid food suspensions per 50 gallons of water in the entire aquarium system daily for the first four weeks of use; thereafter, the dosage may be gradually increased as desired. Starting out at a low dosage and gradually increasing it with time will allow the biological filtration in the aquarium to adjust to the increase in nutrients and prevent water quality from deteriorating.

Planktonic food suspensions (such as this one) are best utilized by target feeding specific invertebrates in an aquarium; in doing so, the majority of the food may be consumed by the intended organisms rather than ending up in filtration media or indirectly impacting water quality (as often occurs when indescriminately “broadcast feeding” by adding liquid food suspensions to a stream of water and allowing the contents to disperse randomly throughout the aquarium system).

Caution: Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.

Guaranteed Analysis

Moisture (max) 94.90%, crude protein (min) 0.44%, crude fat (min) 0.22%, crude fiber (min) 1.12%, ash (max) 5.56%.

Ingredients
Purified water, Isochrysis sp. (phytoplankton), Pavlova sp. (phytoplankton), proprietary amino acids, Ascorbic acid, Citric acid

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Brightwell Aquatics NanoCode B

$16.00

Balanced 2-part Nano-Reef Dosing System - Part B (Alkalinity)

Balanced Major, Minor, and Trace Element and Buffer System for Nano-Reef Aquaria

Overview

• Part of a complete system for simplifying and maintaining proper water chemistry in very small (e.g. “nano”) reef aquaria.

• NanoCode B provides molecules that increase pH stability and form an integral part of aragonite, the mineral that is secreted by reef-building organisms.

• Used in conjunction with NanoCōde A, promotes stable water chemistry and improves rate of biogenic aragonite formation.

• Contains no phosphate, silicate, or organic material.

*Due to the nature of iodide and the manner in which it interacts with organic material, it is unsuitable for indiscriminate
dosing. As such, iodide is not present in NanoCode A or B. Regular partial water changes with a quality salt mix, or direct
supplementation with an iodide solution, will achieve adequate, controlled dosage of iodide in small reef aquaria.

Technical Background

Small reef aquaria offer numerous benefits and challenges to their husbandry. Their compact size affords the ability to create a densely-stocked coral and/or sessile invertebrate assemblage for a modest investment of time and resources, equates to a savings in utility bills relative to the requirements of larger systems, and makes placement of a flourishing captive reef biotope into rooms with limited space a simple matter. The primary challenges associated with caring for small reef aquaria are maintaining proper nutrient concentrations and resisting the temptation to overstock, overcrowd, and overfeed the system. Nano-reef aquarists will agree that a primary goal is to encourage the growth of the corals and other reef-building invertebrates being housed, and the relative rates of growth are largely dependant upon the availability of elements such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, and strontium, as well as upon the alkalinity being maintained within the proper range.

Used in conjunction, NanoCode A & B provide the afore-mentioned elements, as well as the molecules forming the basis of alkalinity, in ratios that encourage the production of aragonite. NanoCode A also provides non-conservative minor and trace elements in natural seawater concentrations to help simplify the maintenance of inorganic water chemistry in nano-reef aquaria. Neither NanoCode contains organic components such as vitamins, amino acids, etc., as these should be dosed separately (indiscriminately dosing these substances with a supplement meant to address high-bio demand elements such as calcium, or alkalinity, could lead to overloading the system with latent organic material, causing water quality to suffer; also, the rates of bio-uptake of the organic and inorganic components would need to be equal in order to avoid an overdose).

Instructions and Guidelines

Basic: Shake bottle well before using. Add 5 ml (1 capful) of product per 10 US-gallons of aquarium water daily or as needed to maintain the alkalinity within a range of 7 - 12 dKH. When used in this fashion, 250 ml treats up to 500 US-gallons (1,893 L). When used in equal amounts with NanoCode A, the calcium and carbonates being added are in the same ratio found in natural seawater. Do not mix NanoCode A & B in the same container; this will cause the active components to precipitate and become ineffective. Allow 60 seconds to pass between dosing NanoCode A & B.

Advanced: Determine the alkalinity in the aquarium using an accurate test kit before supplementing. Shake bottle well before each use. Each ml of Brightwell Aquatics NanoCode B will increase the alkalinity in 1 US-gallon (3.785 L) of water by approximately 1.67 dKH (0.60 meq/L). If the initial alkalinity in the aquarium is below 7 dKH (2.5 meq/L), add this product at the maximum rate of 5 ml per 10 US-gallons daily until the desired alkalinity is attained, then dose daily or weekly as needed (see below). Note that each aquarium has different requirements for calcium and carbonates (which largely constitute Alkalinity or Buffering Capacity, hence pH-stability); therefore, it is not uncommon for unequal amounts of NanoCode A & B to be required for obtaining and maintaining the desired calcium concentration and alkalinity. To determine the daily dosing rate for alkalinity maintenance: estimate the volume of water in the entire aquarium system; divide the daily decrease in alkalinity by 1.67 (when measuring alkalinity by dKH; divide by 0.60 when measuring by meq/L); multiply this number by the volume of water in the system to get the daily dosage required (ml) to maintain a stable alkalinity.

Caution: Contains carbonate and bicarbonate salts; harmful if swallowed. If swallowed: give water, get medical attention. May cause eye or skin irritation. If in eyes, flush with water for 15 minutes, get medical attention. If on skin, wash thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.

Guaranteed Analysis

Alkalinity or Buffering Capacity (min) 6,300 dKH (2,250 meq/L)

Ingredients

Purified water, inorganic carbonate, bicarbonate, sulfate, and borate salts.

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Brightwell Aquatics NanoCode A

$16.00

Balanced 2-part Nano-Reef Dosing System - Part A (Element)

Balanced Major, Minor, and Trace Element and Buffer System for Nano-Reef Aquaria

Overview

• Part of a complete system for simplifying and maintaining proper water chemistry in very small (e.g. “nano”) reef aquaria.

• NanoCode A provides calcium, potassium, and strontium in aragonite ratios, enhanced magnesium (relative to the aragonite ratios), and non-conservative minor* and trace elements in natural seawater ratios.

• Used in conjunction with NanoCode B, promotes stable water chemistry and improves rate  of biogenic aragonite formation.

• Contains no phosphate, silicate, or organic material.

*Due to the nature of iodide and the manner in which it interacts with organic material, it is unsuitable for indiscriminate dosing. As such, iodide is not present in NanoCode A or B. Regular partial water changes with a quality salt mix, or direct
supplementation with an iodide solution, will achieve adequate, controlled dosage of iodide in small reef aquaria.

Technical Background

Small reef aquaria offer numerous benefits and challenges to their husbandry. Their compact size affords the ability to create a densely-stocked coral and/or sessile invertebrate assemblage for a modest investment of time and resources, equates to a savings in utility bills relative to the requirements of larger systems, and makes placement of a flourishing captive reef biotope into rooms with limited space a simple matter. The primary challenges associated with caring for small reef aquaria are maintaining proper nutrient concentrations and resisting the temptation to overstock, overcrowd, and overfeed the system. Nano-reef aquarists will agree that a primary goal is to encourage the growth of the corals and other reef-building invertebrates being housed, and the relative rates of growth are largely dependant upon the availability of elements such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, and strontium, as well as upon the alkalinity being maintained within the proper range.

Used in conjunction, NanoCode A & B provide the afore-mentioned elements, as well as the molecules forming the basis of alkalinity, in ratios that encourage the production of aragonite. NanoCode A also provides non-conservative minor and trace elements in natural seawater concentrations to help simplify the maintenance of inorganic water chemistry in nano-reef aquaria. Neither NanoCode contains organic components such as vitamins, amino acids, etc., as these should be dosed separately (indiscriminately dosing these substances with a supplement meant to address high-biodemand elements such as calcium, or alkalinity, could lead to overloading the system with latent organic material, causing water quality to suffer; also, the rates of bio-uptake of the organic and inorganic components would need to be equal in order to avoid an overdose).

Instructions and Guidelines

Basic: Shake bottle well before using. Add 5 ml (1 capful) of product per 10 US-gallons of aquarium water daily or as needed to maintain the calcium concentration within a range of 412 - 450 ppm. When used in this fashion, 250 ml treats up to 500 US-gallons (1,893 L). When used in equal amounts with NanoCode B, the calcium and carbonates being added are in the same ratio found in natural seawater. Do not mix NanoCode A & B in the same container; this will cause the active components to precipitate and become ineffective. Allow 60 seconds to pass between dosing NanoCode A & B.

Advanced: Determine the calcium concentration in the aquarium using an accurate test kit before supplementing. Shake bottle well before each use. Each ml of Brightwell Aquatics NanoCode A will increase the concentration of calcium (“[Ca2+]”) in 1 US-gallon (3.785 L) of water by approximately 11.9 ppm. If the initial [Ca2+] in the aquarium is below 412 ppm, add this product at the maximum rate of 5 ml per 10 US-gallons daily until the desired calcium concentration is attained, then dose daily or weekly as needed (see below). Note that each aquarium has different requirements for calcium and carbonates (which largely constitute Alkalinity or Buffering Capacity, hence pH-stability); therefore, it is not uncommon for unequal amounts of NanoCode A & B to be required for obtaining and maintaining the desired calcium concentration and alkalinity. To determine the daily dosing rate for calcium maintenance: estimate the volume of water in the entire aquarium system; divide the daily decrease in [Ca2+] by 11.9; multiply this number by the volume of water (US-gallons) in the system to get the daily dosage required (ml) to maintain a stable [Ca2+].

Caution: May cause eye or skin irritation. Flush with water for 15 minutes if in eyes, seek medical attention if irritation persists. Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.

Guaranteed Analysis
Calcium (min) 45,000 ppm
Magnesium (min) 2,250 ppm
Strontium (min) 900 ppm
Potassium (min) 7 ppm

Ingredients
Purified water, chloride and/or sulfate salts of calcium, magnesium, strontium, and potassium, Barium chloride, Sodium metavanadate, Zinc sulfate, Nickel chloride, Chromium chloride, Sodium feredetate, Manganese chloride, Hafnium chloride, Cobalt chloride, Lanthanum chloride, Neodymium chloride, Cerium chloride, Silver chloride, Dysprosium chloride, Gadolinium chloride, Ytterbium chloride, Erbium chloride, Scandium chloride, Samarium chloride, Praseodymium chloride, Holmium chloride, Lutetium chloride, Terbium chloride, Europium chloride, Thulium chloride.

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Brightwell Aquatics Alkalin8.3

$14.00

Concentrated KH Buffer Supplement for All Marine Fish & Reef Aquaria

Overview

• Highly-effective alkalinity(KH)-increasing (”buffer”) solution.

• Helps increase pH Stability in an aquarium by raising the alkalinity.

• Provides a source of carbonates, which make up the majority by weight of aragonite, the mineral secreted by reef-building organisms as skeletal material.

• Continued addition raises pH until 8.3 is reached, at which point the pH remains unchanged and the alkalinity alone increases.

• Over 50% stronger than most competing products.

• Free of phosphates, silicate, and organic material.

• Formulated by a marine scientist

Technical Background

Alkalinity, also referred to as carbonate hardness or buffering capacity, is essentially a means of quantifying the stability of pH in a solution, such as aquarium water. Alkalinity is of extreme importance in a marine aquarium, owing to the manner in which it influences pH. In an aquarium, weak acids formed by oxygen respiration and the decomposition of organic material gradually deplete alkalinity. If left unchecked, the alkalinity drops below a critical level and pH begins to fluctuate more wildly than is normally suggested (a daily pH shift of +/-0.2 is normal in marine aquaria), causing stress to livestock. Alkalinity is also depleted by reef-building organisms during the production of aragonite (~60% carbonates by weight), and is therefore very important for their rapid growth.

Maintaining the alkalinity in marine aquaria between 7 - 12 dKH (2.5 - 4.3 meq/L) will generally maintain pH within the desired range. The rate at which alkalinity is depleted in a reef aquarium is determined by the stocking density of reef-building livestock, type of lighting, rate of water circulation, and other biological, physical, and chemical conditions; therefore, each aquarium will have different requirements for the rate of alkalinity supplementation. Once the rate of alkalinity depletion in the aquarium has been determined, the proper dosing rate of this product can be easily calculated. It is recommended that a quality salt mix with the proper (not augmented) alkalinity and concentrations of major, minor, and trace elements be used to establish natural seawater parameters in the reef aquarium, providing a stable ionic foundation on which to build. For additional information on alkalinity and other important aspects of marine chemistry for marine aquaria.

All Brightwell Aquatics liquid water care supplements are made with purified water and high purity materials. We develop formulae for aquaria based on empirical data, using observation and measurement rather than theory.

Instructions and Guidelines

Basic: Shake product well before using. Add product at the maximum rate of 5 ml (1 capful) per 30 US-gallons daily until the desired alkalinity is attained, then dose daily or weekly as needed (see below) to maintain alkalinity between 7 - 12 dKH. When used in this fashion, 250 ml treats up to 1,500 US-gallons (5,678 L).

Advanced: Determine the alkalinity in the aquarium using an accurate test kit before supplementing. Shake product well before using. Each ml of Brightwell Aquatics Alkalin8.3 will increase the alkalinity in 1 US-gallon (3.785 L) of water by 3.1 dKH (1.1 meq/L). If the initial alkalinity in the aquarium is below 7 dKH (2.5 meq/L), add this product at the maximum rate of 5 ml per 10 US-gallons daily until the desired alkalinity is attained, then dose daily or weekly as needed (see below). For minor adjustments to alkalinity, add 5 ml (1 tsp) of Alkalin8.3 per 30 US-gallons of aquarium water as needed to maintain the alkalinity within the proper range. Always try to maintain the alkalinity within a range of +/-1 dKH. To determine the rate of alkalinity depletion once the desired alkalinity has been acquired, measure the alkalinity at the same time each day over a one- to two-week period. To determine the daily dosing rate (preferable to weekly dosing) for alkalinity maintenance: estimate the volume of water in the entire aquarium system; divide the daily decrease in alkalinity by 3.1 (when measuring alkalinity by dKH; divide by 1.1 when measuring by meq/L); multiply this number by the volume of water in the system to get the daily dosage required (ml) to maintain a stable alkalinity. Daily dosing maintains a more stable alkalinity and pH (and a more natural environment) than dosing weekly, in which the alkalinity spikes just after dosing and then gradually decreases throughout the course of the week.

Note: If pH does not reach desired level when using this product as directed, such as when gas exchange in the aquarium is insufficient, addition of a pH-increasing product (i.e. Brightwell Aquatics pH+) may be required. Follow manufacturer’s directions for using such a product regardless of which one is used.

Caution: Contains carbonate and bicarbonate salts; harmful if swallowed. If swallowed: give water, get medical attention. May cause eye or skin irritation. If in eyes, flush with water for 15 minutes, get medical attention. If on skin, wash thoroughly with water. Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.

Ingredients
Purified water, inorganic Bicarbonate, Carbonate, Sulfate, Borate salts, proprietary ingredients

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Brightwell Aquatics MaxAmino 250ml

$24.00

Free-Form Amino Complex in Ideal Ratios for all Marine & Freshwater Fishes

Overview

• Unique complex of 20 free-form amino acids in the same ratios found within tissues of fishes.
• Beneficial to all marine, brackish, and freshwater fish species.

• Free-form amino acids:

• 1. Encourage vibrant coloration.

• 2. Provide the building blocks of protein in ideal ratios to encourage the formation of new tissue, speeding up growth rates.

• 3. Encourage new tissue growth to aid in recovery from wounds.
• Increases the protein concentration of fish foods.

• Acts as an attractant to encourage finicky fishes to begin eating new foods.

• Formulated based on data compiled by ichthyologists on tissue research tissue of fishes. 

• Does not require refrigeration.

Technical Background

Amino acids are the components of proteins, and the ratios in which they occur are specific to different tissue types of organisms; the proteins, themselves, are involved in all aspects of cellular processes. Amino acids play a number of essential direct and indirect roles in all biological processes, from regulating protein utilization, to indirectly influencing neurological functioning, to the formation of pigments that give organisms their coloration, and so on; in short, they are crucial to the overall existence of all living organisms. Absence of various amino acids in the diet of an organism can have a negative impact by limiting, or “throttling”, a number of biological processes; this may lead to illness or death, and is obviously to be avoided.

Many organisms are not able to biochemically create certain amino acids from their more basic components, requiring that the organism obtain these amino acids from their foods. The advantage that MaxAmino offers aquarium hobbyists is that it is precisely formulated to provide the twenty standard amino acids in the exact same ratios in which they occur in the tissue of fishes, and in a form readily absorbed into prepared and thawed frozen foods. As such, MaxAmino is primarily intended for use as a soak to enhance the nutritional value of frozen and prepared foods. It increases the protein percentage of foods by 10 mg per ml applied. Additionally, soaking new foods in MaxAmino encourages finicky fishes to begin feeding, indicating that it enhances the flavor of these foods.

MaxAmino does not require refrigeration, however storage in a cool, shaded area will prolong the stability of the amino acids. Refrigeration will maximize the shelf-life of the product.

Instructions and Guidelines

Shake product well before using. Measure the desired amount of food out and place it into a clean container, such as a small cup or bowl; rinse frozen foods under a stream of (preferably purified) water until they have thawed and any solution in which they were frozen is washed away, then place food into container. Add MaxAmino drop-by-drop to the container, saturating the food, but do not add so much of the liquid that extra remains; in other words, do not add a capful of the product to a pinch of food and then add the entirety of this to the aquarium. Allow 2 - 5 minutes for MaxAmino to soak into food, then add food to aquarium in an area of moderate water flow away from pump intakes or overflows, or as desired; this is effectively accomplished by scooping the saturated food out of the container with a small spoon and placing it in the desired location inside the aquarium. Discard any unused MaxAmino left over in container. Note that saturated food has a tendency to sink more quickly than does “dry” food, however it is also easier for fish to consume due to the fact that it is softened and at room temperature (frozen foods). Foods allowed to soak for considerably longer than 5 minutes may easily fall apart when exposed to moderate water flow; this may be of benefit when the aquarium contains species of fish that prefer small food particles to relatively larger ones.

Add no more than 5 ml total per 50 gallons of water in the entire aquarium system daily for the first four weeks of use; thereafter, the dosage may be gradually increased as desired. Starting out at a low dosage and gradually increasing it with time will allow the biological filtration in the aquarium to adjust to the increase in nutrients and prevent water quality from deteriorating. Some hobbyists may choose to employ MaxAmino with every feeding, whereas others may prefer to employ it once daily or less frequently. MaxAmino does not have any free phosphate, however it is composed of amino acids, the precursors of protein, and therefore contributes to the concentration of organic material entering the aquarium with each feeding; therefore, use the product only as directed and decrease frequency of usage if the presence of cyanobacteria or nuisance algae increases during periods following addition of the product to the aquarium. Do not add this product directly to aquarium water.

Caution: Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.

Guaranteed Analysis

Moisture (max) 99.00%, crude protein (min) 1.00%, crude fat (min) 0%, crude fiber (min) 0%

Ingredients
Purified water, proprietary complex of free-form amino acids, hydrolyzed fish protein.

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Brightwell Aquatics BoroChrom

$10.00

Concentrated Boron Solution for Improved Coralline Growth & Red Coloration in Zooxanthellate

Overview

• Provides boron, a component of alkalinity that is also associated with improving color intensity of coral tissue through incorporation into red phytopigments.

• Encourages biogenous aragonite formation (increased growth rates of coralline algae, as well as skeletal growth in corals and other reef-building invertebrates).

• Considerably stronger than competing boron supplements. Utilizes ACS-Reagent grade active ingredients.

• Formulated by a marine scientist.

Technical Background

In natural seawater, boron is a non-conservative major element with a concentration of ~4.54 ppm. Boron plays an active role in regulating the pH in marine systems, and maintaining the boron concentration within a narrow range of the [B]NSW, relative to systems with depressed [B], typically results in faster growth of coralline algae and formation of aragonite in reef-building invertebrates in most systems, when all other physical and chemical requirements are met. Recent experimentation with maintaining slightly elevated [B] in reef aquaria indicates that enhanced production of red phytopigments results, improving color intensity of zooxanthellate corals with a yellow, orange, or red base coloration.

The importance of boron to reef-building organisms is most apparent when beginning to dose it in aquaria with depleted boron concentrations, and/or in which the sea salt mixture employed is boron-deficient; in such cases, changes in the rate of coralline algae growth, as well as in the appearance of many corals, may be observed within the first weeks of daily dosing. Maintaining boron within a range of 4 - 6 ppm is sufficient for long-term health, growth, and coloration of corals when all other physical and chemical requirements are met. The rate at which boron is extracted from the water is determined by the stocking density of boron-depleting livestock, rate of production of weak acids that may impact alkalinity and pH, composition of buffer(s) employed in the system, characteristics of lighting and method(s) of filtration employed, and other biological, physical, and chemical conditions; therefore, each aquarium will have different requirements for the rate of boron supplementation. Once the rate of boron uptake in the aquarium has been determined (see opposite), the proper dosing rate of this supplement can be easily calculated. It is recommended that a quality salt mix with the proper (not augmented) alkalinity and concentrations of major, minor, and trace elements be used to establish natural seawater parameters in marine aquaria, providing a stable ionic foundation on which to build.

Instructions and Guidelines

Read instructions completely before use. Shake container before each application. The natural seawater concentration of boron is ~4.54 ppm; maintaining the boron concentration in reef aquaria within a range of 4 - 6 ppm is recommended. Enhanced red coloration in coral tissue may be observed when maintaining an elevated boron concentration, however attention should be paid to alkalinity and pH when using BoroChrōm for this purpose. Gradually increasing the boron concentration (by no more than ~1 ppm each day) will yield greatest stability of water chemistry and is strongly recommended. A maximum sustained boron concentration of 8 ppm is recommended. Changes in coloration may take 1 - 4 weeks to appear, and each colony will respond differently (some may not change color noticeably, depending upon base coloration, duration of dosing, and sustained boron concentration in system); results will vary.

Determine the boron concentration in the aquarium system using an accurate test kit before supplementing. Each ml (~20 drops) of BoroChrōm will increase the concentration of boron ("[B]") in 1 US-gallon (3.785 L) of water by approximately 1.5 ppm (~0.075 ppm per drop). If the initial [B] in the aquarium is below 1.5 ppm, add this product at the maximum rate of 1 ml per 100 US-gallons daily until the boron concentration measures between 4 - 7 ppm, then dose daily or weekly as needed (see below). Always try to maintain the [B] within a range of +/-2 ppm. To determine the dosing rate of this product once the desired [B] has been acquired, measure the daily rate of boron uptake (i.e. the decrease in boron) in your aquarium by measuring the [B] at the same time each day over a one- to two-week period. To determine the daily dosing rate (preferable to weekly dosing) for boron maintenance: estimate the volume of water in the entire aquarium system; divide the daily decrease in [B] by 1.5; multiply this number by the volume of water in the system to get the daily dosage required (ml) to maintain a stable [B]. Daily dosing maintains a more stable [B] (and more natural environment) than dosing weekly, in which the [B] spikes just after dosing and then gradually decreases throughout the course of the week.

Caution: Keep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption.

Guaranteed Analysis
Boron (min) 5,678 ppm

Ingredients
Purified water, ACS-Reagent grade boron salts.

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AquaPharm Plant Health T-Nutrient

$10.00

AquaPharm Floral T-Nutrient is a specially formulated solution of essential trace elements (T) which encourages the growth of aquatic plants. This combination of major, minor and micro elements is formulated from latest scientific information from hydroponics.

AquaPharm Floral T-Nutrient is a plant food that activates root growth and fosters the development of colorful foilage, healthy roots and stems. The continued used of this product will aid in the propagation of all aquarium plants.

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Prodibio Iodi+ & Stronti+ 4 vials

$13.80

Iodi + provides the iodine needed for coral development and colouring. The product enables them to adapt to lighting variations and to combat bleaching.

Iodi+ information

• Iodine is vital for coral development in closed reef tank environments
• Supplies the hard corals in your aquarium with the iodine they need to grow and for colouration
• Helps corals to adapt to lighting variations
• Neutralises the excess oxygen produced by zooxanthellae under excessive lighting
• Combats coral bleaching
• Recommanded for Xenia, Anthelia, Clavularia et Carallimorphes

When should Iodi+ be used ?

• In your marine water tank for development and growth of your corals
• When your corals bleach or when they are starting to see a loss of color in your saltwater aquarium

How to use Iodi+ ?

Stronti+ adds the strontium needed to stimulate hard coral and clam growth and the production of beneficial coralline algae that colonise the rock decor.

• Stronti+, in addition to Iodi+ to add strontium in your marine water tank

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Brightwell Aquatics Hydrat-Mg Hydrated Magnesium Salt

$11.00

Brightwell Aquatics Hydrat-Mg Hydrated Magnesium Salt

In some instances, marine and reef aquarists may find it beneficial to maintain the magnesium concentration in their aquaria within a range of 1,500 - 1,800 ppm for prolonged periods of time. The period of time will vary between systems and is completely dependant upon the magnesium concentration that is maintained, as well as the extent to which maintaining the magnesium at an elevated concentration is associated with obtaining the desired results.

Additionally, evidence suggests that the specific magnesium salts utilized are important to obtaining the desired results. Hydrat-Mg is a concentrated magnesium solution that makes use of these specific, hydrated (not anhydrous) magnesium salts, in proper ionic ratios. Brightwell Aquatics Magnesion and Magnesion-P are composed of anhydrous magnesium salts, which offer greater purity than hydrated salts; Magnesion is also more concentrated than Hydrat-Mg. Regardless, the conditions that would dictate that the magnesium concentration in a reef system be maintained within a range of 1,500 - 1,800 ppm are, in most cases, more rapidly addressed with Hydrat-Mg than with magnesium supplements composed of anhydrous salts. Choosing to maintain an elevated [Mg2+] for an extended period of time assumes that the aquarist understands the impacts and potential risks that doing so can have on a marine aquarium.

Instructions and Guidelines

Read all Instructions carefully. Shake container well before using. If using to maintain magnesium concentration within a range encompassing standard seawater concentration, add 5 ml (1 capful) of product per 20 US-gallons of aquarium water every other day or as needed to maintain the magnesium concentration within a range of 1,290 - 1,320 ppm. When used in this fashion, 250 ml treats up to 1,000 US-gallons (3,785 L).

Advanced: Determine the magnesium concentration in the aquarium using an accurate test kit before supplementing. Shake container well before each use. Each ml of Hydrat-Mg will increase the concentration of magnesium ("[Mg2+]") in 1 US-gallon (3.785 L) of water by ~19.5 ppm. If the initial [Mg2+] in the aquarium is below 1,288 ppm, add this product at the maximum rate of 1 ml per 3 US-gallons daily until the desired concentration is attained, then dose daily as needed (see below). Always try to maintain the [Mg2+] within a range of +/-10 ppm. To determine the dosing rate of this product once the desired [Mg2+] has been acquired, measure the daily rate of magnesium uptake (i.e. the decrease in magnesium) in your aquarium by measuring the aquarium`s [Mg2+] at the same time each day over a one- to two-week period. To determine the daily dosing rate for magnesium maintenance: estimate the volume of water in the entire aquarium system; divide the daily decrease in [Mg2+] by 19.5; multiply this number by the volume of water in the system to get the daily dosage required (ml) to maintain a stable [Mg2+]. Daily dosing maintains a more stable [Mg2+] than dosing weekly, in which the [Mg2+] spikes just after dosing and then gradually decreases throughout the course of the week. Maintaining a stable, elevated [Mg2+] (e.g. 1,800 ppm) for up to 6 weeks may have positive results in some reef aquaria, however corals and other inhabitants may not respond positively in all cases. Monitor system carefully and be prepared to move these organisms to an alternate system with normal [Mg2+] values if necessary.

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Bubble Magus Pro Scraper (Carbon Fiber)

$45.00

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ADA GREEN BRIGHTY NEUTRAL K

$19.00

GREEN BRIGHTY NEUTRAL K  (IF TAP WATER HAS HIGHER PH AND KH), which does not raise pH or Carbonate Hardness (KH), has been newly added to the liquid fertilizer series. 

A constant supplement of Potassium, which in most cases is insufficient in the aquarium, is important to realize a balance of necessary nutrients for aquatic plants to grow. The other two of the three basic nutrients, Nitrogen and Phosphorous are often produced in abundance within a planted aquarium. Regular dosage of Brighty K at water changes, is also effective in neutralizing chlorine in tap water, which may cause toxication to aquarium fish.

Directions:
Provide 1 push (1ml) for each 5 gallons (20 liters) daily. 

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Prodibio Calci Reef+ 10 vials

$35.80

Calci_Reef + is a hydrogel that maintains optimum levels of calcium, magnesium and part of the alkalinity in reef aquariums.

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Prodibio Stronti+

$23.80

Stronti+ adds the strontium needed to stimulate hard coral and clam growth and the production of beneficial coralline algae that colonise the rock decor.

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Prodibio Iodi+

$21.80

Iodi + provides the iodine needed for coral development and colouring. The product enables them to adapt to lighting variations and to combat bleaching.

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Prodibio Coral Vits

$21.80

Total multivitamin supplement for corals

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Prodibio Alka Reef+ Nano 10 vials

$32.80

Alka_Reef+ maintains optimum levels of alkalinity in reef aquariums by supplying carbonate ions.

Alka_Reef+ information

• Helps to reduce the unwanted pH variations
• Contains carbonate ions to maintain your aquarium at its optimum alkalinity level
• It works with Calci_Reef+, a calcium hydro-gel that slowly releases hydrogen carbonate ions into the water.
• Alka_Reef+ is gluconate free
• In addition to carbonate ions (with Calci_Reef +), the calcification reaction also uses up calcium

When should Alka_Reef+ be used ?

• When you have unwanted pH variations in your saltwater aquarium
• The combination of Alka_Reef+ and Calci_Reef+ generates an ionic balance close to that of natural sea water in your tank
• We therefore recommend that you add one ampoule of Calci_Reef+

How to use Alka_Reef+ ?

NB: You have to wait 1/2 h before adding Alka_Reef+ and Calci_Reef+

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Red Sea KH Coralline Gro 500ml

$20.50

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TRITON CORE7 BASE ELEMENTS

$160.00

Ultra-Pure Balanced Solutions for the Triton Method

Reformulated and super-concentrate version of the Base Elements Additives.

Kits Include:

• Core7 Base Elements 1
• Core7 Base Elements 2
• Core7 Base Elements 3A
• Core7 Base Elements 3B

Triton Core7 Base Elements is an ionically balanced, super concentrated dosing system for reef aquariums of all kinds and have been specifically developed for the Triton Method of reefing. The Triton Method utilizes accurate ICP-OES testing to analyze what elements are in your tank and their concentrations along with specific filtration requirements like sumps and large refugium. With ICP-OES testing Triton has been able to monitor what elements are consumed during coral growth and metabolic functions. Taking that data they have developed their ultra-pure line of Core7 Base Elements, that include all major and minor trace elements that your corals are going to need. 

Core7 Base Elements comes in two different sizes, 1000mL cartons, which is the perfect size for nano tanks, or if you are just starting the Triton Method. Then they also have the 10L kit and is ideal for larger systems and comes in 10L jugs. 

Mixing Core7 Base Elements:

Solution 1 - Transfer contents into a 1L dosing container and it is ready to go!

Solution 2 - Transfer contents into a 1L dosing container and it is ready to go!

Solution 3A - Add 0.5 Liters of RODI water to a 1L dosing container. Add the contents of 3A and top off the container with RODI water.

Solution 3B - Add 0.5 Liters of RODI water to a 1L dosing container. Add the contents of 3B and top off the container with RODI water.

Dosing Core7 Base Elements

We highly suggest using Triton ICP-OES testing to establish a baseline, and for dosing recommendations. Prior to dosing your aquarium's alkalinity should be adjusted to 8 dKH. As a baseline starting dose, Triton recommends 2mL of each component every day per 26 gallons of system water volume. Alkalinity testing should be done on a daily basis for the first couple weeks so that consumption can be adjusted for accordingly. It is recommended not to exceed 2mL per 26 gallons of system water volume per dose, and if more solution is required then multiple doses per day can be administered.

• Core7 Base Elements uses a 1:1 ratio - for every 1mL of Part 1 you use, you should be using 1mL of Part 2, Part 3A, & Part 3B.
• Periodic testing with Triton Labs is highly encouraged to help fine tune your water chemistry. 
• Dosing in smaller tanks can be done by diluting each bottle with RO/DI water but we do recommend using the standard Base Elements Additives since they are diluted and easier to distribute to smaller aquariums.

Use with Dosing Pumps

It is highly recommended to use an accurate dosing pump. Due to the super concentrated nature of the elements, it is required to dose into a high flow area of the sump ideally right before the refugium or display tank with a minimum of 5-minute intervals between solutions being dosed. It is also recommended to not dose more than 2mL per 26 gallons of water volume in a single dose. 

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