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E.S.V. B-Ionic 2-Part Calcium Buffer 2 gal Concentrate (1gal each bottle)

E.S.V. B-Ionic 2-Part Calcium Buffer 2 gal Concentrate (1gal each bottle)

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E.S.V. B-Ionic 2-Part Calcium Buffer 2 gal Concentrate (1gal each bottle) Information


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B-Ionic Calcium Buffer is the original, unique, easy to use, two-component liquid supplement system. When using equal volumes of each component, the aquarist can easily maintain calcium and alkalinity levels with no mixing powders, disruption of ionic balance, or addition of organic chemicals. B-Ionic Calcium Buffer System does not contain phosphates or nitrates. In addition to supplying highly concentrated calcium and carbonate alkalinity required for calcification, B-Ionic Calcium Buffer System also provides all other important major, minor, and trace elements in the proper ratios to duplicate the composition of natural seawater. As a result, B-Ionic Calcium Buffer System will help restore inorganic ions lost from protein skimming and help maintain the ionic balance of the aquarium water. Starting daily dosage is 1 ml per 4 gallons of aquarium capacity.

These gallon-sized bottles are concentrated so they will need to be diluted with RO/DI (or distilled) water before use. Contains two 1gal bottles of part A and B.



Specifications

  • highly concentrated calcium and carbonate alkalinity
  • major, minor, and trace elements
  • 1 ml per 4 gallons of aquarium capacity

Our recommended starting dose is 1 ml. of each component per 4 gallons of aquarium capacity per day. Maintain alkalinity between 3.0 and 3.75 meq/liter (8.4 and 10.5 dKH) by testing daily and adjusting dose accordingly. Depending on the degree of calcification occurring in the aquarium, dose may have to be significantly increased over our recommended starting dose. Never add more than 1 ml. per gallon of each component in a 24 hour period, and never allow pH to rise above 8.45. Once the proper dose has been determined for your aquarium, testing can be performed less frequently. If your aquarium tends to run at a higher pH (over 8.45) we suggest you try our B-Ionic Calcium Bicarbonate System. When using kalkwasser in addition to B-Ionic Calcium Buffer System, follow the above procedure but start with 1 ml of each component per 8 gallons of aquarium capacity per day. For more detailed directions please refer to our product label.

Component A - Carbonate Alkalinity: 2800 meq/liter (7840 dKH). 1 ml per gallon of aquarium water will raise alkalinity by 0.74 meq/liter (2.07 dKH).
Component B - Calcium Concentration: 54,000 ppm calcium ion. 1 ml per gallon of aquarium water will raise calcium concentration by 16ppm.



Manufacturer Info

E.S.V. Aquarium Supplies
E.S.V. Aquarium Products is a Hicksville, New York based aquarium supply company that specializes in the production of aquarium additives and supplements. Their 2-part B-Ionic Calcium Buffer System is a staple in the marine aquarium hobby and is the company`s flagship product, earning favorable reviews and rankings from hobbyists of all levels of experience. Their additives are known for being affordable, easy to administer and chemically sound. E.S.V. recently released a spray dried phytoplankton that eliminates the need to culture live phytoplankton. Granular activated carbon, coral glue, salt mix and various other supplements round out their product offerings.

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Posted: 4/11/2013 from LYNN HAVEN, FL UNITED STATES
5.0 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: Best 2 part on the market. Super easy to use, great results. Been using it for the past 5 years with great success. Corals, clams and coralline algae all love it.


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Good stuff

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Posted: 3/5/2013 from LONE TREE, CO UNITED STATES
4.5 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: I had to dose a lot over a week period to get my calcium up to 460. I still have to dose more then recommended, but I also have a lot of SPS corals. Great for small and medium sized tanks! For larger (120 gallon plus) with lots of hard coral, I would look into a calcium reator.


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2 Part Calcium Buffer

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Posted: 3/5/2013 from HARVARD, IL UNITED STATES
4.0 5
Experience Level: Beginner


Comments: This system was recommended to me by the Marine Depot team and I really like it! It boosted my calcium levels back to where they should be and it has been easy to maintain my levels. Just reordered another set.


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great 2 part

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Posted: 1/28/2013 from Woodland, CA UNITED STATES
5.0 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: Love this stuff. Great numbers on testing and stable as needed.


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This ESV

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Posted: 11/8/2012 from HICKORY, NC UNITED STATES
5.0 5
Experience Level: Expert


Comments: This is the best Buffer I have used


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Posted: 10/15/2012 from FORBESTOWN, CA UNITED STATES
5.0 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: seems to be doing what it should


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E.S.V.B-Ionic 2-part calcium b

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Posted: 10/4/2012 from KEY WEST, FL UNITED STATES
5.0 5
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Comments: This. Product I have used it for the past 2 years its just the best you can buy .


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Posted: 8/30/2012 from OAK LAWN, IL UNITED STATES
4.5 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: This is a great product and does exactly what it's suppose to do. My alkalinity and calcium levels are always spot on. I have already ordered my second order of this product, and will continue to do so in the future.


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Posted: 8/22/2012 from MINNEAPOLIS, MN UNITED STATES
4.5 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: It is a great product to use when you have a deep sand bed. I don't do water change that often (6-8 months)so it helped me greatly on water quality. I always buy this only.


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Posted: 8/19/2012 from OAKLEY, CA UNITED STATES
5.0 5
Experience Level: Expert


Comments: I've been using this product for years it does its job.especially if you want purple coraline on your rocks. Excellent.


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