Tropical Test 6in1 Strip 50 Tests

Tropical Test 6in1 Strip 50 Tests - Product Description

The 6 in 1 Test is a test strip for aquarium and pond water. The 6 in 1 Test is designed to measure nitrate and nitrite concentration, total and carbonate hardness, pH and total chlorine concentration in freshwater. It is safe, non-toxic and easy to use, simply dip the strip into the water being tested and read the values of the six chemical parameters after a short while. The quickly obtained information on the chemical parameters of the water allows, if necessary, immediate action to be taken to improve living conditions for the fish.

Tropical Test 6in1 Strip 50 Tests - Technical data

• Quantity: 50 tests

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Nitrate (NO3-) is a product of the biological oxidation of nitrite by nitrifying bacteria. Nitrates are used by plants as a food source, but high levels can lead to excessive algal growth and poisoning in more sensitive fish species.
Interpretation of the result: less than 25 mg/l ideal conditions, 25-50 mg/l conditions favourable to algal growth, 50-100 mg/l harmful conditions in the long term, excessive algal growth, 100-250 mg/l dangerous conditions, excessive algal growth.

Nitrites (NO2-) are a product of the biological oxidation of ammonium ions by nitrifying bacteria. They are very harmful to fish. Nitrite concentration should be monitored in new aquaria, during and after treatment with germicides, and when worrying symptoms are observed in fish.
Interpretation of the result: 0.0 mg/l ideal conditions, 0.5 mg/l harmful conditions, above 0.5 mg/l dangerous conditions.

The total hardness (GH) determines the concentration of divalent ions in the water, mainly calcium and magnesium. Water hardness affects the well-being and reproduction process of fish. Most freshwater aquarium fish and plants thrive in water with a total hardness of 8-16°n.
Interpretation of the result depends on the requirements of the particular fish species: 0-4°n very soft water, 4-8°n soft water, 8-16°n medium-hard water.

Carbonate hardness (KH) keeps the pH of the water constant and prevents it from fluctuating. If the carbonate hardness is too low (4°n and less), the pH of the water can fluctuate, which is disadvantageous for the fish. A KH value that is too high makes it difficult to lower the pH of the water. The ideal KH value for most freshwater aquaria is 6-10°n.
Interpretation of the result depends on the requirements of the specific fish species: 0-3°n too low, 6-10°n ideal, 15-20°n too high.

Water reaction (pH). Most freshwater fish live in water with a pH between 6.0 and 8.0. The correct pH value of the water keeps the fish healthy and ensures proper plant growth. The water pH should be checked at least once a week and when worrying symptoms are observed in the fish. Food residues, certain types of rocks, gravel, shells, roots, water changes, lush plant growth, etc. all contribute to a change in pH, which may cause stress in the fish.
Interpretation of the result depends on the requirements of the specific fish species: <6.4 pH acidic water, 6.8 pH slightly acidic water, 7.2 pH slightly alkaline water, >7.6 pH alkaline water.

Total chlorine (Cl2). Chlorine and its compounds are used to disinfect tap water. These substances are harmful to ornamental fish. The concentration of chlorine in water used for water changes and for setting up a new aquarium should be tested.
Interpretation of result: 0.0 mg/l ideal conditions, 0.8 mg/l and above dangerous conditions.

Only change the water parameters based on water tests. Remember to test the water regularly, especially in freshly set-up aquaria, nano-tanks, over-fertilised aquaria or after drug treatment.

Quick and easy-to-read strip test.
Safe and non-invasive - allows measurement in the aquarium.
The information obtained allows the necessary action to be taken.

Method of use:

Remove the test strip from the bottle and cap it tightly.
Hold the strip by the end where there are no test pads.
Immerse the strip in the aquarium water and move it around for 2-3 seconds.
After removing the strip, shake off excess water and, holding the strip horizontally, compare the colour of the chlorine test pad with the colour scale after one second.
After 60 seconds, compare the colour of the other test pads with the colour scale.