NT Labs Ammonia Test Kit

NT Labs Hardness Test Kit

NT Labs Hardness Test Kit – Comprehensive Monitoring for Your Pond’s Water Quality

Understanding KH (Carbonate Hardness): KH, also known as “total alkalinity” or “carbonate hardness,” measures the buffering capacity of your pond water. This capacity indicates how well the water can resist changes in pH.

What is the Correct KH Level? Maintain a minimum KH level of 4 dKH at all times, with a more desirable range between 6 and 8 dKH. This test kit measures KH in dKH, where one dKH equals 17.8 ppm as CaCO3.

What to Do if the KH Level is Wrong:

• Check the KH level of your tap water. Regular water changes are sufficient if the tap water KH is above 6 dKH.
• If tap water KH is below 6 dKH, use a KH buffer like KH – Buffer Up to maintain a suitable level in your pond.

How to Use the KH Test:

1. Ensure the test tube is clean.
2. Collect a 5 ml water sample into the test tube.
3. Add one drop of the KH reagent, mix, and observe the pale blue colour.
4. Continue adding drops, one by one, mixing between drops until the colour changes from blue to yellow.
5. The number of drops needed for the colour change equals the KH value in dKH.

Understanding GH (General Hardness): GH measures the total minerals dissolved in water, with water hardness ranging from ‘soft’ to ‘hard’ based on mineral content. Hard water can lead to limescale build-up.

What is the Correct GH Level? For pond fish, the ideal GH level is between 8 and 12 dGH. This test kit measures GH in dGH, where one degree equals 17.8 ppm as CaCO3.

What to Do if the GH Level is Wrong:

• Test the GH of your tap water. If too hard, consider using alternative water sources like reverse osmosis water to lower GH.
• In ponds, where rainwater may lower GH over time, use GH & Minerals Up to boost GH to a suitable level.

How to Use the GH Test:

1. Ensure the test tube is clean.
2. Collect a 5 ml water sample into the test tube.
3. Add two drops of GH A reagent, mix, and observe the dark pink colour.
4. Add one drop at a time of GH B reagent, counting the drops between mixing until the solution changes from pink to blue.
5. The number of drops needed for the colour change equals the GH value in dGH.

Maintain the balance of KH and GH in your pond with NT Labs Hardness Test Kit, ensuring optimal water quality and a healthy environment for your fish. Trust NT Labs for precise water testing solutions.

Colombo Nitrite Pond Test Kit

Nitrite (NO2) is produced from the breakdown of ammonia in the filter. Nitrite is highly toxic to fish, but is usually removed from the water by the bacteria which live inside the filter. However, in new ponds and aquariums, or if the filter bacteria are damaged, the nitrite level may become toxic. The only way to know what the nitrite level is, is by testing the water with a Nitrite pond test kit

Colombo Nitrite Pond Test Kit contains 40 tests.

NT Labs Pond Multi Test Kit

NT Labs Pond Lab Multi-Test Kit – Simplifying Pond Water Testing for a Healthy Environment

Comprehensive Testing for Your Pond: The NT Labs Pond Lab Multi-Test Kit is your all-in-one solution for testing the key parameters in your pond. This kit combines up to 200 tests for six critical parameters: ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, pH, GH, and KH. With liquid drop tests from a dropper bottle, ensuring consistent drop sizes, and an integrated test tube rack, this kit makes water testing easy and reliable.

Easy-to-Use with Clear Instructions: Performing tests is straightforward – add your pond water to the test tube and count the number of drops needed. Full instructions are included, detailing optimum levels for each parameter and suggestions for corrections. The integrated test tube rack keeps everything organized, and colour-coded stickers label the test tubes and lids to prevent contamination. Pictorial instructions on the back of the box provide clarity from the start.

Reported Concentrations for Compatibility: This test kit reports concentrations in terms of nitrogen (NH3-N), (NO2-N), or (NO3-N), aligning with reported safe concentrations for fish and plants. For those interested in the ionic concentration of the measured parameter, simply multiply the result by 1.21 (NH3-N), 3.29 (NO2-N), or 4.43 (NO3-N).

Key Features:

• Combined tests for ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, pH, GH, and KH.
• Liquid drop tests with consistent drop sizes.
• Integrated test tube rack for organization.
• Clear instructions with optimum levels and correction suggestions.
• Colour-coded stickers for labelling to prevent contamination.
• Up to 200 tests in one kit.

Keep your pond water in optimal condition for your fish and plants with the NT Labs Pond Lab Multi-Test Kit. Simplify water testing, ensure accuracy, and maintain a healthy pond environment. Trust NT Labs for reliable water testing solutions.

Colombo Ammonia Pond Test Kit

Ammonia (NH3) is excreted by fish directly into the water, and is also released from the breakdown of solid waste and uneaten food. Ammonia is highly toxic to fish, but is usually removed from the water by the bacteria which live inside the filter.

The only way to know what the ammonia level is, is by testing the water with an Ammonia test kit. Regular testing, especially in new ponds, will prevent damage caused by ammonia poisoning.

Colombo Ammonia Pond Test Kit contains 40 tests.