Silicates (silicic acid) are the cause of unsightly diatoms. With this test you determine the silicate content for diatom control in freshwater and marine aquariums
Laboratory comparator system to compensate the inherent water colour: fill glass vials with sample water, add reagents to one vial, place vials in holder, read values off colour chart
Use: when setting up a new aquarium, for checking tap water and during diatom problems
You will find detailed information and troubleshooting tips about water analysis on the JBL website in Essentials/Aquarium
Package contents: 1 silicate test for approx. 50 measurements, incl. 2 reagents, 2 glass vials with screw caps, dosing spoon, syringe, comparator block and colour scale. Reagent refill separately available