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Reddit mentions of Instant Ocean Sea Salt for Marine Aquariums, Nitrate & Phosphate-Free, 200-Gallon
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Reddit mentions: 3
We found 3 Reddit mentions of Instant Ocean Sea Salt for Marine Aquariums, Nitrate & Phosphate-Free, 200-Gallon. Here are the top ones.
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- Number 1 choice of hobbyists, public aquariums and scientific research facilities
- Fast dissolving
- Nitrate and phosphate-free
- Contains all important major and minor trace elements necessary for a healthy aquarium
- Makes 200 Gallons
Features:
Specs:
| Color | Blues & Purples |
| Height | 10.5 Inches |
| Length | 11.5 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | 200-Gallon |
| Weight | 62 Pounds |
| Width | 14.75 Inches |
$2.20 per gallon of saltwater is a lot. My LFS sells saltwater for $0.80 a gallon for the basic instant ocean and $1.40 for the fancier Red Sea mix. RO/DI water is $0.40 a gallon
I would just get the RO/DI water and mix it myself. This box lasted me about 6 months. I did weekly 10% changes on my 40 Breeder. If you do plan on keeping a long term tank then I would also recommend an RO/DI unit if you can afford one.
You want to really have fun? make tank #2 saltwater.
All you have to do different is measure and pour in Instant Ocean. https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Ocean-Aquariums-Nitrate-Phosphate-Free/dp/B003SNKMVI
The only difference to your maintenance will be keeping an eye on salinity level. The salt aint goin nowhere so all you're doing is topping off with tap water once a week when the water evaporates. you can hang a small meter on the inside of the tank and be able to see the salinity level anytime without touching it. example: https://www.amazon.com/Hydrometer-Salinity-Specific-Aquarium-Saltwater/dp/B07BHFC68R
water changes are only needed twice a year, 20%, and you pour the tap water right in there like a freshwater tank, and just add a half cup of salt that's all.
otherwise, many marine fish are awesome, so much more character, and so many more options, seahorses and file fish, and stars, really cool stuff. Many of em will survive on dried goldfish flake food.
https://www.ebay.com/bhp/live-saltwater-fish sort prices low-to-high and check out all the other saltwater animals.. lots of options cheaper than freshwater
When buying salt, is it worth spending the extra money for Instant Oceans Reef Crystals salt?
Not special:
Instant Ocean Sea Salt for Marine Aquariums, Nitrate & Phosphate-Free
Special:
Instant Ocean Reef Crystals Reef Salt, Enriched Formulation For Aquariums, 200 gal