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jvision 01-17-2008 06:29 PM

Instant Ocean Dosing
 
I'm just setting up my first SW tank, planning on displaying a pair of clowns w/ and anemone, and some corals.

I have Instant Ocean salt, but I don't have the container, so I was wondering how much to add.
The system will be a 37 gal w. a 10 gal sump. With sand and LR, it'll probably be around a 40-45 gal system.

Thanks!

Brent F 01-17-2008 07:17 PM

Add salt until the S.G. is correct (eg, 1.024). You can mix by trial and error.

If S.G. is too low add more salt. If it's too high add some fresh water. Keep adjusting until you have it right.

digital-audiophile 01-17-2008 07:23 PM

If memory serves me right the bucket says 1/2 cup per gallon of water. I can check when I get home.

Murminator 01-17-2008 07:31 PM

Jason I mix 2 1/4 cups per 5 gallon pail of water gets you close

SeaShell 01-18-2008 01:14 AM

1 cup for 2 US gallons for me!

04scoobysti 01-18-2008 01:25 AM

Directions on the pail say "1/2 cup per US Gallon" I've always mixed it to that and its been fine. Just double check your specific gravity to make sure.

jvision 01-18-2008 04:44 PM

Thanks everyone!


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