"NetMax" wrote in message
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"Gail Futoran" wrote in message
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"NetMax" wrote in message
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Without getting too technical, the API and the Hagen ammonia tests are
not the same, and actually measure slightly differently. At work, I
sold Hagen, but I smuggled in API ammonia testers to use when I was in a
hurry (customer water tests).

Which is best for you depends on your pH, but I wouldn't worry as
ammonia tests are the least used once the tank is established. Which pH
tester also depends on your pH, and I'm going blind from trying to
figure out API's gH test, and someone show me an accurate NO3 test....
*grumble, venting pent up reagent frustrations*.
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API's gH test:
Ok, so it's not just me who has trouble
distinguishing yellow from pale green?

Gail


I've taken to looking down the tube instead of through it. For some tests
(ie: titration) this seems to work a bit better.

I will give that trick a try.

Another trick, use half the water (2.5ml). Now each drop represents 2dgH.
Saves reagent when your water is liquid rock (and who cares if it's 36 or
37dgH ;~).
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Good point! I will keep that in mind next time
I test water.

Thanks - Gail