Calcium Question

[tim the toolman]

Should add that my tank has several sps with several lps and a few softies.

[subman]

They are both a little on the high side but the key s they are BOTH on the high side. They are in balance so IMHO it should be ok.
Are you running zeo or any other programs?

[tim the toolman]

No zeo. Just bio pellets, and carbon.

[tim the toolman]

Ph did register a touch low though. About 8 even

[subman]

I asked about zeo because I have read zeo and high alk can cause burned sps tips. I think it's ok and I've read I am numerous places high ca and alk can cause amazing coral growth.

[subman]

I've never paid any attention to ph so no help there

[tim the toolman]

Ok cool. I'm not over worried then. My sps look good and if a couple softies die off......well that's more room for sps Not that I want any die off.

[subman]

Is the toady shedding maybe?

[waynemah]

I generally give a couple of days to determine if a coral is actually stressed. I have a plate that looks like it's ready to die a few times per month, then bounces back within the next couple of days.

Like Subman said, your calcium and alk are balanced. If your dosing, step it back a notch or two and find the right quantity for your tank.

Nitrate and Phosphate at 0 looks good on paper, but from my understanding when using Biopellets or Zeovit you should have a traceable amount. I've used every kit on the market and found Elos to be the most accurate for a low nutrient tank.

[TimT]

Water changes are always a good idea. After the water change make sure the Magnesium is 3 times the Calcium. If the Mag is less than 3x Calcium you run the risk of Calcium build ups on the pump magnets, heaters and even the tank glass.