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Aquaforest Silicone Lubricant 10ml
Aquaforest Silicone Lubricant 10ml
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AF Silicone Lubricant is an efficient lubricant designed for use in the aquariums.
Filters, circulation pumps, reactors and other equipment used in aquariums on daily basis require periodic maintenance. Usually it is limited to a thorough cleaning of the components. People tend to forget about a very important element of most aquarium accessories – gaskets. Constant contact with water and continuous use affect gaskets condition. Damage to the seal can result in costly repair or even equipment replacement.
AF Silicone Lubricant is a product that protects seals. Extends their service life and additionally seals the place of joints. It enables trouble-free operation of the device for a long time. AF Silicone Lubricant is a product designed for use in aquariums, making it perfectly safe for fish, corals and all other aquatic organisms. It doesn’t affect parameters or release harmful compounds. The product is easy to use, comes in a convenient package. Designed or use in the periodic maintenance of aquarium equipment. It coats the gaskets with a protective layer to extend their service life and protect them against overuse.
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LIGHT
LOW: Place coral at the bottom of the tank. Depending on the type, coral may need to be placed off sand and therefore mounted on a ceramic disc of piece of rock.
MEDIUM: Place coral at mid-range of the tank. Best placed/glued on top of a rock scape at mid-range height.
HIGH: Place coral from mid range to just below water level. SPS coral are shallow growing so they require and are able to tolerate intense light.
FLOW
LOW: Most soft coral do well with a small, gentle pulse. There are certain corals that can even be placed in areas of indirect flow, meaning places aside a rock structure or set into a entrance to a cave style space.
MEDIUM: Many LPS types of coral prefer medium pulse current. Most Euphyllia or corals that have more tissue structure connected to their skeleton, don’t like to be in a high flow area like the direct flow of the wave pump.
HIGH: Similar to high light, SPS enjoy being in some heavy current. Most LPS and SPS that branch encrust or plate prefer high flow that simulates the top water waves.
SKILL
ENTRY: While some may say beginner level, "Entry" is a good term to be used when starting out in the world of corals and marine life. Prior to adding livestock, you want to ensure that your reef has the proper parameters including zero levels of ammonia and nitrite. Seeing traces of nitrate in your waters is a good sign - just keep them at a lower level of 2ppm to 10ppm. Maintaining correct temperature and salinity are a huge factor to stable parameters. Starting to monitor your PH, alkalinity, calcium and magnesium is a great habit to get into to keep a successful reef.
While some soft coral don’t require too much light, having a proper reef light that puts out the proper pars is very important. You'll also want to have a good amount of flow and protected rock areas, as placing corals in their happy spot is ideal for success.
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