{"product_id":"aquaforest-kh-buffer-1-2kg-5kg","title":"AquaForest KH Buffer 1.2kg \/ 5kg","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAquaForest KH Buffer 1.2kg \/ 5kg\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquaForest KH Buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a carbonate hardness supplement designed to maintain stable KH levels and support balanced water parameters in reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStable carbonate hardness is essential for maintaining a consistent pH and supporting healthy coral development. A sudden drop in carbonate concentration can significantly disrupt aquarium biology and may interfere with the nitrification process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKH Buffer dissolves quickly and is easy to dose, making it suitable for both regular KH maintenance and controlled one-time adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains stable carbonate hardness (KH) levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps stabilize aquarium pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports healthy coral growth and development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain balanced reef aquarium water parameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolves quickly for easy preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to dose according to water test results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for regular KH maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used for one-time KH adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.2kg and 5kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps prevent sudden KH fluctuations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports stable pH conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides carbonate ions required by reef organisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain a balanced aquarium environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports coral health and development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient for both routine supplementation and corrective dosing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended KH Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended carbonate hardness level for reef aquariums is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6.5–8.5 dKH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ongoing reef aquarium management, maintaining a stable KH level is important. Regular water testing is recommended to determine the appropriate dosing requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare the Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDissolve\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e80g of AquaForest KH Buffer in 1000ml of RODI water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto prepare the dosing solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore dosing, test the aquarium water to determine the current KH level and calculate the required amount based on your water parameters and coral consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100ml of the prepared KH Buffer solution per 100 litres (27 US gal) of aquarium water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eraises KH by approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.6 dKH\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor occasional one-time KH adjustments:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10g of KH Buffer in 100 litres of water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eraises KH by approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3.3 dKH (Alk. 1.18 meq\/l)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaximum Daily Increase\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not increase KH by more than 0.5 dKH per day.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a larger correction is required, spread the required dosage across multiple days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest your aquarium water to determine the current KH level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare the solution by dissolving\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e80g of KH Buffer in 1000ml of RODI water\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalculate the required dosage based on your test results and coral consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the prepared solution to the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor KH levels regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the dosing amount as required to maintain a stable KH level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever increase KH by more than\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.5 dKH per day\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Great About AquaForest KH Buffer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStable KH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHelps maintain consistent carbonate hardness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStable KH contributes to stable pH conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Dissolving:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasily prepares in RODI water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAllows precise adjustments based on water tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides carbonate availability essential for healthy reef conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Pets SA","offers":[{"title":"1.2KG","offer_id":45245943021611,"sku":null,"price":722.2,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5KG","offer_id":45245943054379,"sku":null,"price":1982.6,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4676\/6123\/files\/AquaForestKHBuffer1.2kg.png?v=1788296914","url":"https:\/\/aquaticpetssa.com\/products\/aquaforest-kh-buffer-1-2kg-5kg","provider":"Aquatic Pets SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}