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ESV does include trace elements.None of them include trace elements.
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ESV does include trace elements.None of them include trace elements.
So I've been dosing aquaforest dry two part and it has gone up in price and I just can't seem to make it worth it. I dose so much and heard these companies are more concentrated. So I wanted to ask what you guys think the best option is or what everyone uses or trusts more etc...
I've used brs two part with success before I lost everything to a jebao dosing pump
ESV does include trace elements.
ESV B-Ionic does include trace elements based on manufacturer info: https://www.esvaquarium.com/. Also I recall seeing them listed on the contents of my buckets when I used to dose ESV (now BRS hybrid).
Would I be able to use the TM A and K trace in the containers of esv then?It's more complicated than simple yes or no.
Both ESV and TM Balling include trace elements, but neither is a useful trace element supplement. Other methods need to be employed for that.
All those added elements do is prevent a decline when the salinity is readjusted after lengthy dosing, not offsetting any actual demand in the aquarium.
Would I be able to use the TM A and K trace in the containers of esv then?
So in addition to TM hybrid balling method which also uses trace elements A and K we should supplement more trace elements separately?
That’s interesting I always thought that all elements were covered. Any suggestions on dosing procedure in addition to the BRS balling method?If you are trying to offset consumption with the tank, yes.
That’s interesting I always thought that all elements were covered. Any suggestions on dosing procedure in addition to the BRS balling method?
Thank you Randy. TM has an A and K supplement that we’re supposed to add to the 4 part to help maintain essentials. I guess a triton water test will better help get the correct assessment if it’s working correctly. Will post results.It's a complex question that has no perfect answer. Possibilities range from methods with frequent ICP and individual dosing of many trace elements (Triton and Moonshine methods) to dosing a fixed cocktail (Red Sea, TM, etc) to dosing just one or two selected trace elements (e.g., iron, manganese, silicate, etc).
Thank you Randy. TM has an A and K supplement that we’re supposed to add to the 4 part to help maintain essentials. I guess a triton water test will better help get the correct assessment if it’s working correctly. Will post results.