Aquaforest KH Buffer (Balling powder) (mixed solution, per ml)
alkalinity
Manufacturer data
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What one dose does
PARAMETER
1 ml / 100 L
Alkalinity
+0.026 dKH
To raise alkalinity by 1 dKH in 100 L: 38.5 ml.
Maker’s daily maximum: 19.2 ml per 100 L (19.2 ml for 100 L).
How it’s used
Dissolve 80 g in 1000 ml RODI. Dose by test results and coral uptake, or add dry for a one-off raise. Use with Calcium and Reef Mineral Salt for ionic balance.
Cautions
• Raise KH no more than 0.5 dKH per day (~19 ml solution per 100 L)
• A sudden KH drop can stall nitrification
Part of Balling (Aquaforest)
Sources
Recommended KH 6.5-8.0/8.5 dKH (page gives both). Per-gram and per-ml figures agree (8 g -> 2.64 vs 2.6).