{"title":"Buffers \u0026 pH Control","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"reeflowers-ph-buffer-9-4-500ml","title":"Reeflowers pH Buffer 9.4 - Available In 3 Sizes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReeFlowers pH Buffer 9.4 raises the pH \u0026amp; kH values of aquariums and helps to stabilize levels when used regularly creating a more natural environment for fish and assisting skeletal development. 10 ml of pH Buffer 9.4 should be added for every 100 liters of water on a daily basis until the pH level is optimal for your fish’s natural environment. Once the required pH level has been reached, it is recommended that tests should be performed at regular intervals and the pH value should be held stable by making additions when necessary. No more than twice of the recommended amount for your aquarium should be added.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring preparation of the water;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 ml of pH Buffer 9.4 should be added for every 10 liters of water for Tanganyika Lake aquariums and 2 ml for every 10 liters of water should be added for Malawi \u0026amp; Lake Victoria aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fishcave Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"500ML","offer_id":57089908474181,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1L","offer_id":57089908506949,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3L","offer_id":57089908539717,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/0977\/1077\/files\/1_33837f32-6f5a-4255-89e5-d43f065e2baa.jpg?v=1770589851"},{"product_id":"eheim-torf-pellets-filter-peat","title":"Eheim TORF pellets (peat) with Net Bag 1L 450g","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product--description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on which type, chemical filter media control the pH-value and the water hardness (peat) – or reduce the phosphate level and inhibit the growth of algae (phosphateout).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pH-value of mains water lies between 7,3 and 7,8 and is therefore slightly alkaline. However, most ornamental fish require acidic water  – that is a pH-value under 7,0. EHEIM TORFpellets lower the pH-value and    reduce the water hardness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhosphates mainly occur due to organic pollutants in the aquarium water (fish remains, fish faeces etc.) and are responsible for the growth of algae. EHEIM phosphateout binds the phosphate and removes it from the water circulation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEHEIM TORF pellets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChemically acting filter peat lowers the pH-value and reduces the water hardness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEHEIM TORFpellets consist of specially treated, acidic peat. It is rich in valuable substances such as humic acids and trace elements (therefore do not wash it). Peat pellets lower (acidify) the pH-value of the water and so reduce the water hardness. The pellets should, however, only be used if the pH-value necessary for the particular type of fish is exceeded. Peat filtration is particularly suitable for tropical clear to black water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeat pellets lower the pH-value (the water is acidified)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a rule use when over 7,0 pH (depending on type of fish)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaution:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeat expands in water. 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