Aquaforest Guide (EN) - Page 2

nawilson89 · 04/13/2016, 07:49 AM

Which of your salts would you recommend for growing macro algae (caulerpa, gracilaria, etc)?

Aquaforest · 04/14/2016, 05:31 AM

Reef Salt will be great.

Regards,
Aquaforest

Aquaforest · 04/28/2016, 03:51 AM

Aquaforest GUIDE

Aquaforest · 05/18/2016, 12:58 AM

GUIDE

nova65ss · 05/25/2016, 11:43 AM

So someone mentioned dosing the pro bios, np pro and f on alternating days but the manual says daily? What is the call? Thanks

plyle02 · 05/25/2016, 12:45 PM

The probiotic system and dosing is explained in the pdf file. Most will run the probiotic system based on Probiotic salt, Pro Bio S and NP Pro. Pro Bio F can be used alternately for NP Pro, but not necessary to run the probiotic based system. It is really designed for small tanks as an AIO bacteria and carbon source. I am currently experimenting on a 16gallon AIO Nuvo. I am using right now 2 spoons per week. Cheers!

nova65ss · 05/25/2016, 08:23 PM

So I can ditch the f and dose the bios and np pro every other day. Thanks

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plyle02 · 05/26/2016, 01:13 PM

You can still use the Pro Bio F a couple times per week in place of NP Pro if you want. You will want to use Pro Bio S and NP Pro together. Bio S is not the same. Cheers!

portyr · 06/01/2016, 06:54 PM

Hi Aquaforest
I saw a beautiful skimmerless reef in YouTube, based on AF products. Can you write additional info about "How to use AF in skimmerless system guide"

Thanks in advance!

Tecnomantis · 11/16/2016, 01:00 AM

What are the stock parameters?
calcium magnesium and alkalinity?

stock parameters= parameters of water recently mixed.

plyle02 · 11/16/2016, 07:02 PM

Numbers vary from batch to batch, but the intention is to mix as close to NSW values as possible

oopsmybad · 11/16/2016, 10:03 PM

This is a great read. Question about the probiotic, it says not to reduce the nitrates to zero. My nitrates have always been at zero is this bad if I am using the probiotic salt?

plyle02 · 11/17/2016, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oopsmybad

This is a great read. Question about the probiotic, it says not to reduce the nitrates to zero. My nitrates have always been at zero is this bad if I am using the probiotic salt?

No,
But you can feed the fish more and use coral foods generously with low to zero nitrates

Hudds · 02/23/2017, 03:11 PM

When starting a new tank, using new siporax, what source of ammonia does AF requests in order for bio s to become effective and stimulate the nitrogen cycle?

Assuming a very light fish load, would the AAs and vitamins contained in the prebiotic reef salt be enough for coral needs, replenished through the weekly water changes or down the road additional quantity may be required according to coral growth and nutrient levels?

Hudds · 02/27/2017, 11:38 AM

Any feedback please?

Aquaforest · 02/28/2017, 03:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hudds

When starting a new tank, using new siporax, what source of ammonia does AF requests in order for bio s to become effective and stimulate the nitrogen cycle?

Assuming a very light fish load, would the AAs and vitamins contained in the prebiotic reef salt be enough for coral needs, replenished through the weekly water changes or down the road additional quantity may be required according to coral growth and nutrient levels?

For start is good to add some food (sometimes is good to add died shrimp) - even to empy tank to give medium for nitryfying bacteria.

Yes - we recommend to dose everything for corals needs and corals consumption.
Please, show your tank - we can cooperate step by step what to do.

Mandrake · 03/03/2017, 06:19 PM

What product should I use to replac KZ zeobak

Anirban · 03/03/2017, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mandrake

What product should I use to replac KZ zeobak

You can use Bio S for 2 week and then Pro Bio S and NP Pro. Together these should replace Zeobak.

Piper27 · 03/05/2017, 05:42 PM

I accidently bought a bottle of bio s instead of pro bio s. I read bio s is only for starting a cycle on a tank but have seen that people use both bacterias in their tanks. Did I waste my money or can I use the bio s? Will it help anything? Hurt anything? I am confused on why it would be for only starting up an aquarium, is it a specific strain of bacteria that acts differently?
I have a system with a few tanks with all kinds of corals, almost no readable nutrients, heavy nutrient import and export, lots of fish and vodka and vinegar carbon sourced. How much should I use if it will benefit anything? I opened it right before I read the label...

Sever · 03/06/2017, 12:17 AM

It is recommended to use BioS with every waterchanges. 1 drop for 100L.

Wysłane z mojego SM-G935F przy użyciu Tapatalka

Piper27 · 03/06/2017, 01:21 PM

I haven't heard that yet, what is the purpose of using BIOS after a waterchanges and not using it along with pro bio s?

Aquaforest · 03/07/2017, 03:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Piper27

I accidently bought a bottle of bio s instead of pro bio s. I read bio s is only for starting a cycle on a tank but have seen that people use both bacterias in their tanks. Did I waste my money or can I use the bio s? Will it help anything? Hurt anything? I am confused on why it would be for only starting up an aquarium, is it a specific strain of bacteria that acts differently?
I have a system with a few tanks with all kinds of corals, almost no readable nutrients, heavy nutrient import and export, lots of fish and vodka and vinegar carbon sourced. How much should I use if it will benefit anything? I opened it right before I read the label...

You can use Bio S if you want to but this is nitrifying bacteria, not probiotic.
You can dose Bio S also daily or after water changes.
If you want to reduce nitrate and phosphate we recommend to use Pro Bio S.

hedehodo · 04/24/2017, 07:40 AM

I have 2 years old mostly lps and some montiporas 66 gal DT with 20Gal sump. I also have a big hair algae problem for 6 months. I m now using biopellet for 3 months to reduce my nitrate 25ppm and phosphate 0.1. But for 3 months no change in values. I want to try aquaforest products which is available in my country.

I decided to give a go to;
Pro Bio S
NP pro

Do I have to use bio s and pro bio f with these? or do you recommend me to use any other?

120reefer · 04/25/2017, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hedehodo

I have 2 years old mostly lps and some montiporas 66 gal DT with 20Gal sump. I also have a big hair algae problem for 6 months. I m now using biopellet for 3 months to reduce my nitrate 25ppm and phosphate 0.1. But for 3 months no change in values. I want to try aquaforest products which is available in my country.

I decided to give a go to;

Pro Bio S

NP pro

Do I have to use bio s and pro bio f with these? or do you recommend me to use any other?

Are you using AF Reef salt or AF Probiotic salt?

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hedehodo · 04/27/2017, 03:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 120reefer

Are you using AF Reef salt or AF Probiotic salt?

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I im using only RC.

04/13/2016, 07:49 AM	#26
nawilson89 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 481	Which of your salts would you recommend for growing macro algae (caulerpa, gracilaria, etc)? __________________ I'm a Goby-maniac! XD Current Tank Info: 29g Macro Algae tank

05/25/2016, 12:45 PM	#31
plyle02 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Lake Helen, FL Posts: 5,526	The probiotic system and dosing is explained in the pdf file. Most will run the probiotic system based on Probiotic salt, Pro Bio S and NP Pro. Pro Bio F can be used alternately for NP Pro, but not necessary to run the probiotic based system. It is really designed for small tanks as an AIO bacteria and carbon source. I am currently experimenting on a 16gallon AIO Nuvo. I am using right now 2 spoons per week. Cheers! __________________ Perry "Anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die" ~Buddha~ Current Tank Info: 50 Gallon AIO Cube, Aquamaxx WS-1 Skimmer, LED/ Hybrid 4x24 watt t5

05/26/2016, 01:13 PM	#33
plyle02 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Lake Helen, FL Posts: 5,526	You can still use the Pro Bio F a couple times per week in place of NP Pro if you want. You will want to use Pro Bio S and NP Pro together. Bio S is not the same. Cheers! __________________ Perry "Anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die" ~Buddha~ Current Tank Info: 50 Gallon AIO Cube, Aquamaxx WS-1 Skimmer, LED/ Hybrid 4x24 watt t5

06/01/2016, 06:54 PM	#34
portyr Registered Member Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 1	Hi Aquaforest I saw a beautiful skimmerless reef in YouTube, based on AF products. Can you write additional info about "How to use AF in skimmerless system guide" Thanks in advance! Last edited by portyr; 06/01/2016 at 07:23 PM.

11/16/2016, 01:00 AM	#35
Tecnomantis Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Costa Rica Posts: 18	What are the stock parameters? calcium magnesium and alkalinity? stock parameters= parameters of water recently mixed. __________________ Custom made 33 gallon, on the back filter with Hydro nano protein skimmer, Ai sol lights, small fuge, heater and media reactor Current Tank Info: 33 gallon acrylic custom mande, all in one, hydro skimmer, media reactor, small chamber with algae and bioballs

04/14/2016, 05:31 AM	#27
Aquaforest RC Sponsor Join Date: Aug 2015 Posts: 558	Reef Salt will be great. Regards, Aquaforest

04/28/2016, 03:51 AM	#28
Aquaforest RC Sponsor Join Date: Aug 2015 Posts: 558	Aquaforest GUIDE

05/18/2016, 12:58 AM	#29
Aquaforest RC Sponsor Join Date: Aug 2015 Posts: 558	GUIDE

05/25/2016, 11:43 AM	#30
nova65ss Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 171	So someone mentioned dosing the pro bios, np pro and f on alternating days but the manual says daily? What is the call? Thanks

05/25/2016, 08:23 PM	#32
nova65ss Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 171	So I can ditch the f and dose the bios and np pro every other day. Thanks Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk

11/16/2016, 07:02 PM	#36
plyle02 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Lake Helen, FL Posts: 5,526	Numbers vary from batch to batch, but the intention is to mix as close to NSW values as possible __________________ Perry "Anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die" ~Buddha~ Current Tank Info: 50 Gallon AIO Cube, Aquamaxx WS-1 Skimmer, LED/ Hybrid 4x24 watt t5

11/16/2016, 10:03 PM	#37
oopsmybad Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 98	This is a great read. Question about the probiotic, it says not to reduce the nitrates to zero. My nitrates have always been at zero is this bad if I am using the probiotic salt? __________________ 120G Display (4x2x2) 225G total system volume, ATI T5's with LED's, Reef Octopus Skimmer, Ecotech Vectra M1, 3x Gyre, 2x Tunze 6055, Aquaforest Probiotic System, SPS sticks only please

02/23/2017, 03:11 PM	#39
Hudds Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Greece Posts: 116	When starting a new tank, using new siporax, what source of ammonia does AF requests in order for bio s to become effective and stimulate the nitrogen cycle? Assuming a very light fish load, would the AAs and vitamins contained in the prebiotic reef salt be enough for coral needs, replenished through the weekly water changes or down the road additional quantity may be required according to coral growth and nutrient levels? __________________ Giorgos Thalassographia Reef Last edited by Hudds; 02/23/2017 at 03:20 PM.

02/27/2017, 11:38 AM	#40
Hudds Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Greece Posts: 116	Any feedback please? __________________ Giorgos Thalassographia Reef

03/03/2017, 06:19 PM	#42
Mandrake Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Weymouth,Ma. Posts: 66	What product should I use to replac KZ zeobak

03/05/2017, 05:42 PM	#44
Piper27 I love bengals Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Manassas Virginia Posts: 2,512	I accidently bought a bottle of bio s instead of pro bio s. I read bio s is only for starting a cycle on a tank but have seen that people use both bacterias in their tanks. Did I waste my money or can I use the bio s? Will it help anything? Hurt anything? I am confused on why it would be for only starting up an aquarium, is it a specific strain of bacteria that acts differently? I have a system with a few tanks with all kinds of corals, almost no readable nutrients, heavy nutrient import and export, lots of fish and vodka and vinegar carbon sourced. How much should I use if it will benefit anything? I opened it right before I read the label...

03/06/2017, 12:17 AM	#45
Sever Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Poland Posts: 187	It is recommended to use BioS with every waterchanges. 1 drop for 100L. Wysłane z mojego SM-G935F przy użyciu Tapatalka __________________ Aquaforest Team Current Tank Info: 300 gal.Skimmer Aquaforest 250, Light Ati Powermodule 8x54W 3x75 Led, Salt : Aquaforest Probiotic Reef Salt, suplements aquaforest, Full Balling AF

03/06/2017, 01:21 PM	#46
Piper27 I love bengals Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Manassas Virginia Posts: 2,512	I haven't heard that yet, what is the purpose of using BIOS after a waterchanges and not using it along with pro bio s?

04/24/2017, 07:40 AM	#48
hedehodo Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Istanbul Posts: 24	I have 2 years old mostly lps and some montiporas 66 gal DT with 20Gal sump. I also have a big hair algae problem for 6 months. I m now using biopellet for 3 months to reduce my nitrate 25ppm and phosphate 0.1. But for 3 months no change in values. I want to try aquaforest products which is available in my country. I decided to give a go to; Pro Bio S NP pro Do I have to use bio s and pro bio f with these? or do you recommend me to use any other?