Problem solutions for Nitrate (NO3)

[ESP]

Sharing this product called "JBL NitratEX" while surfing Internet.

http://www.jbl.de/uk/prob/uk_problem_no3_aq.html

[ESP]

Saw Mr Aqua oso hv similar product.

Originally Posted by ESP

Sharing this product called "JBL NitratEX" while surfing Internet.

http://www.jbl.de/uk/prob/uk_problem_no3_aq.html

Originally Posted by ESP

Sharing this product called "JBL NitratEX" while surfing Internet.

http://www.jbl.de/uk/prob/uk_problem_no3_aq.html

As stated in their info, it is an ion exchange media. Old product with new packaging. Ion exchange media has been around for years!

Better readup on ion exchange before deciding.

[ESP]

Purchased "BioNitratEX" instead as it sound more safer.

Originally Posted by ESP

Sharing this product called "JBL NitratEX" while surfing Internet.

http://www.jbl.de/uk/prob/uk_problem_no3_aq.html

[ESP]

I manage 2 control my tank NO3 reading <40 since after using it.

[llewellyn]

hi, whats your NO3 value previously ?
Thanks

[bennyliv]

Yah, seems a interesting porduct, care to share more like when the NO3 starts to drop. Read in another marine forum the reviews were positive.

[stoner]

Just for healthy discussion :

1. Best to my knowledge, NO3 can be easily removed with either Water changes and plants..

Under what situation would I require this product.

Having said that, lets say with twice weekly water change (25-30%)... in theory we should be removing as much NO3 as possible...

Than...

How much NO3 is bad for our fish than? I did a search (Google) and have yet to come up with a figure (XX ppm) yet.

Could some Si_Fu advise the Harmful figure (XX ppm)? Thanks.




2. If it claims to be rechargeable via common salt, how would we know when to recharge?

Fish
Although nitrates are not directly lethal in the way ammonia or nitrites are, over time high levels of nitrate (over 100 ppm), it will result instress leaves the fish more susceptible to disease and inhibits their ability to reproduce. Nitrates often cause decreased oxygen levels, which further stress the fish.

Algae
Nitrates are a significant contributor to undesirable algae growth. Nitrate levels as low as 10 ppm will promote algae growth. Although plants utilize nitrates, if nitrates rise faster than the plants can use them, the plants can become overgrown with algae.

Desired Level
In nature nitrates remain very low, generally well below 5 ppm. In freshwater aquariums nitrates should be kept below 50 pm at all times, preferably below 25 ppm.

How to Reduce Nitrates
Unlike ammonia and nitrites, the bacteria that remove nitrates do not like oxygen rich environments. Therefore, conventional filters do not harbor the bacteria that remove nitrates. Although special filters exist that will remove nitrates, such devices are usually expensive compared to other filtration units. However, there are some steps you can take to keep nitrates low.

•Keep the tank clean – Waste ultimately produces nitrates. Cleaner tanks produce fewer nitrates in the first place.


•Don’t overfeed the fish – Overfeeding is a significant contributor to excess nitrates and other undesirable wastes, such as phosphates.


•Water changes – Performing regular water changes with water that has little or no nitrates will lower the overall nitrate level in the tank. RO/DI water is an excellent choice for keeping nitrate levels low.


•Keep live plants – Live plants utilize nitrates, and will help keep nitrates in check.


•Use nitrogen removing filter media – Instead of an expensive denitrator or special filter, use special media in the filter you have. Although they will not lower nitrates dramatically, if used together with other methods the net result will be beneficial.

[ESP]

NO3 is est 100.

Originally Posted by llewellyn

hi, whats your NO3 value previously ?
Thanks