Test Kit for Planted Tanks - Equipment

OrangeCones · 10-26-2009, 06:09 PM

What specific test kits should someone have on hand for a planted tank?

Seattle_Aquarist · 10-26-2009, 06:31 PM

Hi OrangeCones,

I use the API Freshwater Master Test Kit and the API KH/GH test kit. I have the Seachem Multitest Iron Test kit but seldom use it.

OrangeCones · 10-26-2009, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Seattle_Aquarist

Hi OrangeCones,

I use the API Freshwater Master Test Kit and the API KH/GH test kit. I have the Seachem Multitest Iron Test kit but seldom use it.

Thanks Seattle_Aquarist. I use the API Master test kit now, it measures Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate and low/high pH. Other than the KH and GH test kit, should I get anything else? I've read that the iron test kits are not very accurate unless you spend a lot of money on one.

Seattle_Aquarist · 10-26-2009, 07:13 PM

Hi OrangeCones,

I've thought about phosphate and potassium test kits but haven't tried them. I spend a fair amount of time on Planted Aquarium websites and don't see them mentioned often.

oakleyhoma · 11-05-2009, 04:15 AM

I don't use anything for plants. Api master kit works well for fish.