Key Water Test Parameters for a Success Mixed Reef

capito2007

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Hello all.
I’m new to the hobby. Just completed my cycle and introduced my first pair of clowns.
Now I’m looking ahead and am curious what key test parameters I should be following to ensure I run a healthy and successful mixed reef system.
Granted, I’m still a few months out of adding corals, but I want to start working on and making sure my levels are where they need to be.

Feel free to add in your favorite testing brand as well!

TIA!
 

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Here you go:
After the tank in cycled worry about: Salinity, PH, Alk, Cal, Po4 & Nitrate
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This is what I test now that my numbers are where I want them. Salinity, Alk, & Phosphate at least twice a week. Calcium once a month. Magnesium & Potassium once every three months.
 

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