catfish2 Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 I use brs 2 part and want to raise my alkalinity. When I use the brs calculator it says I need to add 4.6 grams, about 1 tsp, or 0.1 oz. So on to my question. I assume when it says 0.1 oz it's talking about 0.1oz of the solution you mix up when you make a gallon of the solution. Am I right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higher Thinking Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 It depends on what you selected as your product. If you select solution, then yes. You can also calculate for dry dosage. You this calculator: http://reef.diesyst.com/chemcalc/chemcalc.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catfish2 Posted October 8, 2014 Author Share Posted October 8, 2014 Yeah, so I calculated for the dry soda ash, which is what I have and it gives 0.1 oz as an option, which is why I'm a little confused. How do I dose 0.1 oz of the dry stuff? Obviously, I need to mix it in water, but I'm not sure what ratio of water to soda ash. I'm guessing it's in the same ratio as when you mix up a whole gallon of the stuff, but I just want to make sure. Thanks for the input! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rworegon Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 You stated that you are using BRS 2-part. This tells me that you are using it in a solution. Redo your calculation using "2-Part Alkalinity (Soda Ash) Solution." It will give you how many ml you need to add. Disclaimer: I am in no way responsible for the death of any livestock as a result of the above statement. Too many assumptions are being made on my part based on your statements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bicyclebill Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 ^+1 on what Randy said above. Don't EVER add dry powder to your aquarium. 2-Part is supposed to be mixed into solution. Go by ml since that's likely the only method you've got for measuring anyway. If it were me, I'd simply make up a gallon and then follow the BRS calculator. Either keep the leftover in the closet (which I do since I have a calcium reactor) or keep it going in your 2 part dosing scheme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higher Thinking Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Yeah' date=' so I calculated for the dry soda ash, which is what I have and it gives 0.1 oz as an option, which is why I'm a little confused. How do I dose 0.1 oz of the dry stuff? Obviously, I need to mix it in water, but I'm not sure what ratio of water to soda ash. I'm guessing it's in the same ratio as when you mix up a whole gallon of the stuff, but I just want to make sure. Thanks for the input![/quote'] Apart from the effects on salinity, I don't think it matters how diluted you make it. Just make sure it is totally dissolved and add to sump or high flow area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catfish2 Posted October 8, 2014 Author Share Posted October 8, 2014 Thanks for all the input. I'm on board now. It sounds like I should be selecting "2 part alkalinity (soda ash) SOLUTION" for my calculations since I'm making the dry stuff into a solution (according to their recommendation of 2 cups of soda ash per gallon of water) at home. Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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