{"title":"Aquarium Water Testing","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"api-test-strips-5-in-1","title":"API Test Strips 5 in 1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPI® 5 in 1 TEST STRIPS are the quick and easy way to test the 5 most important aquarium water parameters – pH, KH, GH, nitrate, and nitrite – in one easy step. Simply dip one test strip directly into the aquarium, and compare the colours on the strip to the colour card provided to help prevent invisible water problems that can be harmful to fish. Each kit includes detailed information on how to interpret the test results and correct unsafe water conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apifishcare.co.uk\/pdfs\/products-uk\/5-in-1-test-strips\/api-test-strips-instruction-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e for instruction manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apifishcare.co.uk\/pdfs\/products-uk\/5-in-1-test-strips\/api-test-strips-color-chart.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eColour Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do API 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest strips are a fast and easy way to test your aquarium water parameters! Simply dip a strip into your water and swirl two times, then remove the strip and hold flat to evaluate colour changes. Compare these colours to the colour chart included with API 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS, and treat your water accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow accurate are API 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAPI 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS are highly accurate in measuring water parameters when used as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fishcave Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57089893859653,"sku":null,"price":5.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/0977\/1077\/files\/api-test-strips-25.jpg?v=1770589665"},{"product_id":"api-freshwater-master-test-kit-800-test","title":"API Freshwater Master Test Kit 800 Tests","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe API® FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT measures the 4 most important levels in freshwater aquariums quickly and accurately, including pH, high range pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate. With scientific accuracy for professional results, the FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT comes with 4 test tubes and a convenient holding tub for easy storage. The kit also includes a step-by-step instruction booklet with a colour chart that provides information on how to correct unsafe water conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend that you take a few minutes each week to monitor your aquarium conditions and create a better underwater world for your fish. Testing your aquarium water has never been so easy or accurate! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains 800 tests and includes 7 test solutions, easy-to-ready instructions, 4 test tubes and colour chart. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apifishcare.co.uk\/pdfs\/products-uk\/freshwater-master-test-kit\/api-freshwater-master-test-kit-instruction-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e for instruction manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy test pH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH is the measure of acidity in your water. A pH reading of 7.0 is neutral, a pH higher than 7.0 is alkaline, and a pH lower than this level is acidic. It is important to keep your aquarium at the appropriate pH level to ensure optimal water quality for your specific fish species, as different types of fish require different pH levels for their habitats. API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT will enable you to test the pH levels in your water as often as needed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy test for Ammonia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish continually release ammonia directly into the water through their gills, urine, and solid waste. Uneaten food and other waste also add ammonia to the water. A natural way that your aquarium handles this ammonia is through the biological filter, or natural aquarium cycle. However, as with any natural processes, imbalances can occur. This is why it’s important to regularly test for the presence of ammonia, which can spike unexpectedly in your aquarium. As soon as it is detected, ammonia should be removed, otherwise it will damage your fish’s gill membranes and harm their respiration, which can eventually result in fish death. Even small amounts of ammonia stress fish, suppressing their immune systems and increasing the likelihood of disease outbreaks. You can remove ammonia from your tank by performing a partial water change, and by dosing with a solution specifically designed to treat ammonia. Test frequently for high ammonia using API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy test for Nitrite?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTesting for the presence of toxic nitrite is essential, so that if it is detected, steps can be taken to remove it. If left untreated, nitrite in the water will hinder normal fish respiration, eventually leading to fish death. Even small amounts or low levels of nitrite stress fish, suppressing their immune systems and increasing the likelihood of disease, which is why it’s important to test for nitrite using API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT. You can remove nitrite from your tank by performing a partial water change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT test for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT measures pH, high range pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate in your freshwater aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with the FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes seven test solutions, easy-to-read instruction, test tubes, and a colour chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for and clean my test tubes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the test has completed, it is important to rinse the test tube with water right away so that the contents don’t stay in the test tube. This will make sure that the reagents don’t cause anything to stick to the sides of the test tube, which could cause staining over time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply run the water, open the test tube gently (do not twist the cap), and allow the water to dilute and rinse the contents out of the test tube. Avoid getting the contents of the test tube on your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you find that you have forgotten reagent within your test tube for a long period and the color is sticking to the tube, you are able to use a small bottle brush (and some API Safe \u0026amp; Easy cleaning spray) to gently wash the inside of the tube. Avoid the use of soap, as soap residue could be introduced back into the aquarium when filling the test tube at next use, which is something that could be harmful to your fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacement test tubes are also available for purchase from online retailers, should you need additional test tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow hard do I shake the test tube when performing the tests?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it is important to shake the indicated reagent bottles very vigorously, you should be gentler when shaking the test tubes during testing. Before shaking, make sure that the cap is closed tight.  Place a finger or thumb on top of the cap, to make sure it cannot come undone during use.  The goal of this shaking step is to mix the contents of the tube together and this can be accomplished by simply inverting the test tube, back and forth every 1-2 seconds, for the indicated amount of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fishcave Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57089895858501,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/0977\/1077\/files\/1_2919478d-5bac-484e-aba0-5f5f9609a6e3.png?v=1770589698"},{"product_id":"tetra-water-test-set","title":"Tetra Water Test Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the precise determination of the four most important water values: general hardness, carbonate hardness, pH-value (freshwater) and nitrite content. Reliable and precise test results, for a large number of analyses. After measuring the pH-value and the carbonate hardness value, the CO2 content in the water can be read from the CO2 calculation table. 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The pH, general and carbonate hardness (GH + KH), nitrite (NO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003csup\u003e-\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), nitrate (NO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003csup\u003e-\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) and chlorine (Cl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) in the aquarium water are measured. Aquarium inhabitants such as fish react very sensitively to excessive changes in the pH value, which impacts their well-being. The general hardness affects the vital functions of fish, while the carbonate hardness has a direct influence on the stability of the pH value (pH buffer). The test strips also measure the nitrite and nitrate values of the aquarium water. Nitrite is extremely harmful, even in very low concentrations, and should not be detectable in the water. Nitrate is a nutrient that helps plants to grow. 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The colour chart can be used to determine whether these are within the safe range. The pH, general and carbonate hardness (GH + KH), nitrite (NO2-), nitrate (NO3-) and chlorine (Cl2) in the aquarium water are measured. Aquarium inhabitants such as fish react very sensitively to excessive changes in the pH value, which impacts their well-being. The general hardness affects the vital functions of fish, while the carbonate hardness has a direct influence on the stability of the pH value (pH buffer). The test strips also measure the nitrite and nitrate values of the aquarium water. Nitrite is extremely harmful, even in very low concentrations, and should not be detectable in the water. Nitrate is a nutrient that helps plants to grow. However, excessively high levels of NO3- can be harmful to fish and promote excessive algae growth. Chlorine may also be present in the water, and is harmful to fish and plants. Just like nitrite, chlorine should not be detectable in the aquarium water. 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The NITRATE TEST KIT reads parameters from 0 to 160 ppm and may be used for both fresh and saltwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains 90 tests and includes 2 test solutions, easy-to-ready instructions, test tube and colour chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apifishcare.co.uk\/pdfs\/products-uk\/nitrate-test-kit\/api-nitrate-test-kit-instruction-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e for instruction manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre high nitrate levels harmful to fish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh nitrate is harmful to fish, but is significantly less toxic than ammonia or nitrite. 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This will make sure that the reagents don’t cause anything to stick to the sides of the test tube, which could cause staining over time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply run the water, open the test tube gently (do not twist the cap), and allow the water to dilute and rinse the contents out of the test tube. Avoid getting the contents of the test tube on your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you find that you have forgotten reagent within your test tube for a long period and the color is sticking to the tube, you are able to use a small bottle brush (and some API Safe \u0026amp; Easy cleaning spray) to gently wash the inside of the tube. Avoid the use of soap, as soap residue could be introduced back into the aquarium when filling the test tube at next use, which is something that could be harmful to your fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacement test tubes are also available for purchase from online retailers, should you need additional test tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow hard do I shake the test tube when performing the tests?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it is important to shake the indicated reagent bottles very vigorously, you should be gentler when shaking the test tubes during testing. 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