recommended reef tank parameters
Here you will find a table that will break down each reef tank parameter and the recommended levels you should strive to keep them at.
| Parameter | Recommended Levels | Natural Sea Water |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 380-450 ppm | 420 ppm |
| Alkalinity | 8-12 dKH | 7 dKH |
| Magnesium | 1200-1400 ppm | 1280 ppm |
| Phosphate | 0.01-0.10 ppm | 0.005 ppm |
| Nitrate | 1-10 ppm | >0.1 ppm |
| Nitrite | 0.0 ppm | >0.0001 ppm |
| Ammonia | 0 ppm | >0.1 ppm |
| Salinity | 1.023-1.026 SG/32-35 ppt | 1.025-1.027 SG/34-36 ppt |
| Temperature | 76-80F | Variable |
| pH | 8.1-8.3 | 8.1-8.3 |
| ORP | 250-400 mV | Variable |
| Iodine | 0.06 ppm | 0.06 ppm |
| Strontium | 7-9 ppm | 8 ppm |
| Iron | Undetectable | 0.000006 ppm |
| Boron | >10 ppm | 4.4 ppm |
| Silica | >1 ppm | >0.06-2.7 ppm |
