ph testing

[red-devil0602]

anyone know what is the best sort of ph testing ie kit or digital and where to get them at a good price

 

[nc_nutcase]

The strip version of them with the little pads on the strip are the cheapest and least accurate. I know the drip style where you add a few drops from a bottle into a small vile of water are usually pretty good. I've never used or read up on the digital ones, so I can't compare them.

Personally I use the strips because they are cheap, fast and super easy. These can be good for referencing your numbers, making sure everything is about where you want it. If you are having issues or are doing something to adjust your numbers, then I would suggest using a higher grade test.

just my two cents worth...

 

[red-devil0602]

where do you get you strips from

 

[nc_nutcase]

most local fish stores will have them. Just ask to see their water testing kits.

 

[jimbooo]

i have these in both tanks. gives a permanent reading for co2 and PH. refil the reagent every 2 weeks and stick it to the glass. thats it, and accurate to 0.2 on the ph scale. well worth the money

not sure where to get it in the US though

JBL permanent CO2 and PH test