{"title":"Water Test Kits","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"pond-care-master-liquid-test-kit","title":"API Freshwater Master Liquid Test Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAPI Freshwater Master Test Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe API Freshwater Master Test Kit measures the 4 most important levels in pond and tap water quickly and accurately, including pH, high range pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Master Test Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/mastertestkit_480x480.jpg?v=1642696675\" width=\"283\" height=\"196\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekit contains 4 glass test tubes with snap-tight caps, a convenient holding tub for easy storage, step-by-step instruction booklet with color charts that provide information on how to correct unsafe water conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEZ-read results cards and instructions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etest 4 of the most important pond water parameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeasy-to-use pond test kit for early detection and early correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Test for pH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e pH is the measure of acidity or alkalinity in water. A pH reading of 7.0 is neutral, a pH higher than 7.0 is alkaline and a pH lower than 7.0 is acidic. A healthy pond depends on proper pH balance. Many factors can significantly alter pond water pH, creating an unhealthy environment for pond life. Acid rain, minerals leaching from soil or rain runoff, decomposing plants and animal waste can all contribute to unstable pH levels in the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pH of 7.0 is considered ideal for plants and fish in the pond. Some species of pond plants, such as water lilies and water hyacinths thrive in slightly acidic water below 7.0. Pond fish prefer an alkaline pH above 7.0. Therefore, an acceptable pH range is between 6.8 and 7.6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Test for Ammonia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ammonia is a toxic waste excreted into the pond by fish, birds, and other pond life. The natural process that controls ammonia in the pond is called the biological filter. The biological filter is comprised of nitrifying bacteria that use ammonia as a food source to grow and reproduce. The nitrifying bacteria convert ammonia to nitrite (also toxic), which in turn is converted into non-toxic nitrate. A healthy pond has no detectable ammonia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewly set up ponds need time to develop the biological filter. Until sufficient numbers of nitrifying bacteria grow in the pond, ammonia will be detected. Overstocking the pond with fish, uneaten fish food, and decomposing vegetation can cause excessive ammonia. Ammonia is highly toxic to all pond life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Test for Nitrite?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Fish, frogs, birds, and other pond animals release solid waste into the pond water. This waste is turned into toxic ammonia. Nitrifying bacteria in the pond convert toxic ammonia to nitrite (also toxic). Nitrite is then converted to nitrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewly set up ponds have not developed sufficient nitrifying bacteria to detoxify ammonia and nitrite. Ammonia and nitrite will accumulate when the pond is initially set up, especially if fish are added. Overstocking with pond fish, as well as excessive uneaten food and decomposing vegetation can cause excessive nitrite levels. Some pond plant fertilizers contain nitrite or ammonia. Nitrite is highly toxic to pond fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apifishcare.com\/pdfs\/products-us\/freshwater-master-test-kit\/api-freshwater-master-test-kit-instruction-manual.pdf\" title=\"Instruction Manual\"\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"Test Kit","offer_id":292278287,"sku":"","price":94.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/products\/mastertestkit.jpg?v=1642696763"},{"product_id":"pond-care-ammonia-liquid-test-kit","title":"API Ammonia Liquid Test Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAPI Ammonia Liquid Test Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe API Ammonia Test Kit is a mercury-free, salicylate test for fresh and saltwater fish, and measures ammonia levels from 0 to 8 ppm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ammonia Test Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/ammonia_480x480.jpg?v=1642695108\" width=\"190\" height=\"312\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekit contains 130 tests and includes 2 test solutions, easy-to-ready instructions, glass test tube and 2 colour charts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equick and easy to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emeasure results using colour charts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmmonia is released into an aquarium in the forms of uneaten food, decaying organic matter, and when fish release it through their gills, urine, and solid waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewly set up ponds need time to develop the biological filter. Until sufficient numbers of nitrifying bacteria grow in the pond, ammonia will be detected. Overstocking the pond with fish, uneaten fish food, and decomposing vegetation can cause excessive ammonia. Ammonia is highly toxic to all pond life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apifishcare.com\/pdfs\/products-us\/ammonia-test-kit\/api-ammonia-test-kit-instruction-manual.pdf\" title=\"Instruction Manual\"\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apifishcare.com\/pdfs\/products-us\/ammonia-test-kit\/api-ammonia-test-kit-solution-1-safety-data-sheet.pdf\" title=\"Safety Data Sheet\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet 1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apifishcare.com\/pdfs\/products-us\/ammonia-test-kit\/api-ammonia-test-kit-solution-2-safety-data-sheet.pdf\" title=\"Safety Data Sheet\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet 2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"Ammonia","offer_id":292279155,"sku":"","price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/products\/ammonia.jpg?v=1642695216"},{"product_id":"pond-care-nitrite-liquid-test-kit","title":"API Nitrite Liquid Test Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAPI Nitrite Liquid Test Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe API Nitrite Liquid Test Kit reads nitrite levels quickly and accurately in your pond, and tests parameters from 0 to 5 ppm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Nitrite Test Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/nitrite_480x480.jpg?v=1642697345\" width=\"188\" height=\"331\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekit contains 180 tests and includes 1 test solution, easy-to-ready instructions, glass test tube and color card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeasy-to-use pond test kit for early detection and early correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNitrite is produced in the pond in the forms of fish waste, uneaten food, and by nitrifying bacteria in your pond’s natural cycle as it breaks down ammonia. Low levels of nitrite inhibit respiration and suppress the immune system, while high levels cause suffocation in fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apifishcare.com\/pdfs\/products-us\/nitrite-test-kit\/api-nitrite-test-kit-instruction-manual.pdf\" title=\"Instruction Manual\"\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"Nitrite","offer_id":292279357,"sku":"","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/products\/nitrite.jpg?v=1642698905"},{"product_id":"pondcare-wide-range-ph-test-kit","title":"API High Range pH Liquid Test Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAPI High Range pH Liquid Test Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe API High Range pH Test Kit reads the pH of water within the high range of 7.4 – 8.8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"344\" width=\"197\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/pH_480x480.jpg?v=1642699971\" alt=\"pH Test Kit\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekit contains 160 tests and includes 1 test bottle, easy-to-ready instructions, glass test tube and color card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeasy-to-use pond test kit for early detection and early correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTesting for high pH prevents the harmful effects of too alkaline\/too acidic pond water resulting from minerals found in tap water, high ammonia levels in the pond, rain runoff or overstocking of pond fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pH of 7.0 is considered ideal for plants and fish in the pond. Some species of pond plants, such as water lilies and water hyacinths thrive in slightly acidic pH below 7.0. Pond fish prefer an alkaline pH above 7.0. Therefore, an acceptable pH range is between 6.8 and 7.6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"pH Test Kit\" href=\"https:\/\/apifishcare.com\/pdfs\/products-us\/high-range-ph-test-kit\/api-high-range-ph-test-kit-instruction-manual.pdf\"\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"pH","offer_id":292279655,"sku":"","price":25.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/products\/pH.jpg?v=1642700016"},{"product_id":"microbe-lift-cloramx","title":"Microbe-Lift Ammonia Remover with ClorAm-X","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRemoves and Detoxifies Ammonia, Chloramines and Chlorine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrobe-Lift Dry Ammonia Remover uses a patented process that removes chlorine, destroys chloramines and completely eliminates the ammonia that is left behind when the chloramine bond is broken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompletely Safe\u003c\/h3\u003e\nMicrobe-Lift Dry Ammonia Remover contains ClorAm-X® a patented molecule that will remove 1 ppm of ammonia with every dose. It is so safe, that it may be dosed up to 10x the standard dose with no toxicity.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" height=\"324\" width=\"293\" alt=\"Microbe-Lift Dry Ammonia Remover\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/cloramX.jpg?v=1611691090\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/cloramX.jpg?v=1611691090\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShip live animals without toxic ammonia problems for 72+ hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be combined with antibiotics and anesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely safe for biological filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTested with shrimp, shellfish, aquatic invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for use with fish and shellfish intended for human consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used in any water temperature above 32º F (0º C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHas no smell and is a colorless solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest with salicylic sp ammonia test kit. Ammonia Remover binds ammonia and converts it to a non-toxic form (ammonium) which is then removed by the filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDosage and Directions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirection for use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For each measured or anticipated 1 mg\/L of total ammonia, 1oz of ClorAm-X will treat 235gal of water. It will remove 1 ppm of total ammonia, 3.2 ppm of chloramines, and 2.0 ppm of chlorine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1lb treats 3,760 gal (14, 233 L)\u003cbr\u003e 5lb treats 18,800 gal (71,165 L)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For total ammonia-nitrogen, multiply the above dosages by 0.8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"MicrobeLift","offers":[{"title":"1lb","offer_id":11189250949,"sku":"","price":36.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5lb","offer_id":11189415685,"sku":"","price":146.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/products\/cloramX.jpg?v=1611691177"},{"product_id":"fritz-pond-a-c-c-r","title":"FritzPond A.C.C.R.","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSafely Detoxifies Pond Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFritzPond Ammonia\/Chlorine\/Chloramine Remover (A.C.C.R.) is a unique, highly-concentrated powder that completely, instantly and safely detoxifies ammonia, chlorine and chloramine from pond water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNon-Toxic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is non-toxic to koi, gold fish, invertebrates, aquatic plants, humans and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"276\" width=\"272\" alt=\"Fritz ACCR\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/accr.png?v=1611684024\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/accr.png?v=1611684024\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmmonia, chlorine and chloramine remover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes tap water safe for fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcentrated, dry formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill not negatively affect biological filter beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill not affect dissolved oxygen levels in the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates toxic fish pheromones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDirections and Dosage\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 teaspoon will treat approximately 40 gallons (151 L), or 32g per 1,000 L (264 gallons). Using this dosage, 1.0 mg\/L ammonia will be instantly eliminated, as well as chlorine and chloramines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eACCR dosage can be safely increased to remove greater amounts of ammonia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater treated with FritzPond ACCR cannot be accurately tested with the Nessler ammonia test kits nor with Winkler dissolved oxygen (DO) test kits because ACCR interferes with the reagents used in these tests. Salicylate ammonia test kits are recommended when using FritzPond ACCR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: Due to the variation of granular size, conversion between volume and weight of powdered products are approximate. As a precaution, dose less than the calculated amount and measure the effect before adding the total amount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.25lb jar treats 4,700 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e 4lb jar treats 15,040 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" title=\"Info Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/fritzaquatics.com\/assets\/files\/uploads\/Pond_ACCR.pdf\"\u003eInformation Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"Fritz","offers":[{"title":"1.25lb","offer_id":30586562825,"sku":"","price":25.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4lb","offer_id":30586562889,"sku":"","price":64.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/products\/accr.png?v=1611684127"},{"product_id":"tetra-nitrate-liquid-test-kit","title":"Tetra Nitrate Liquid Test Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTetra Nitrate Liquid Test Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tetra Nitrate Liquid Test Kit reads parameters from 0 to 160 ppm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Nitrate Test Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/nitrate_17f858a7-0c08-4901-b1cc-c592fe465d3c_240x240.jpg?v=1642701905\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekit contains 45 tests and includes 2 test solutions, easy-to-ready instructions, glass test tube and colour card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eeasy-to-use pond test kit for early detection and early correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh nitrate levels in your pond indicate a build-up of fish waste and organic compounds, resulting in poor water quality and an increase in algae growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh nitrate is harmful to fish, but is significantly less toxic than ammonia or nitrite. Effects of high nitrate levels are more gradual if parameters go untreated – fish will eventually lose their appetite and grow sluggish and inactive over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"Tetra","offers":[{"title":"Nitrate","offer_id":39722522902627,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/products\/nitrate.jpg?v=1642701945"},{"product_id":"aquascape-copper-test-kit","title":"Aquascape Copper Test Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAquascape Copper Test Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aquascape Copper Test Kit measures dissolved or chelated copper concentrations in ponds. Copper is often used as a fish medication or algae treatment, and it is important to monitor these levels when using an Ionizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Copper Test Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/copper1_240x240.jpg?v=1642963366\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate, laboratory-quality testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 tests per kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for testing tap or source water for copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1126\/4786\/files\/96020-Copper-Test-Kit-Inst.pdf\" title=\"Instructions\"\u003eInstructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"Aquascape","offers":[{"title":"Copper (96020)","offer_id":39725172162659,"sku":null,"price":48.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/products\/copper1.jpg?v=1642963397"},{"product_id":"aquascape-kh-alkalinity-test-kit","title":"Aquascape KH\/Alkalinity Test Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAquascape KH\/Alkalinity Test Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aquascape KH\/Alkalinity Test Kit measures KH and alkalinity concentrations in ponds. It is important to monitor this level when using an Ionizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"KH\/Alkalinity Test Kit\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/alkalinity_240x240.jpg?v=1642964330\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate, laboratory-quality testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 tests per kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecarbonate hardness, or KH\/alkalinity, has an intricate relationship with pH and the buffering capacity of pond water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps optimize the benefits of the Aquascape IonGen™ System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquascapeinc.com\/download\/138\/instruction-manuals\/7982\/khalkalinity-test-kit-96019.pdf\" title=\"Instructions\"\u003eInstructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","brand":"Aquascape","offers":[{"title":"KH Akalinity (96019)","offer_id":39725179502691,"sku":null,"price":48.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/products\/alkalinity.jpg?v=1642964380"},{"product_id":"nt-pond-mini-test-kit","title":"NT Pond Lab Mini Test Kit","description":"\u003ch3\u003eNT Labs Pond Lab Mini Test Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key to successful fish keeping is excellent water quality. The Pond Lab Mini-Tests measures three water parameters: pH, Nitrite and Ammonia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/3700\/files\/nt1_240x240.jpg?v=1774636751\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for ponds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains up to 120 tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull instructions are included to help ensure you carry out the tests correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Test for pH?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003epH is the measure of acidity or alkalinity in water. A pH reading of 7.0 is neutral, a pH higher than 7.0 is alkaline and a pH lower than 7.0 is acidic. A healthy pond depends on proper pH balance. Many factors can significantly alter pond water pH, creating an unhealthy environment for pond life. Acid rain, minerals leaching from soil or rain runoff, decomposing plants and animal waste can all contribute to unstable pH levels in the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pH of 7.0 is considered ideal for plants and fish in the pond. Some species of pond plants, such as water lilies and water hyacinths thrive in slightly acidic water below 7.0. Pond fish prefer an alkaline pH above 7.0. Therefore, an acceptable pH range is between 6.8 and 7.6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Test for Ammonia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmmonia is a toxic waste excreted into the pond by fish, birds, and other pond life. The natural process that controls ammonia in the pond is called the biological filter. The biological filter is comprised of nitrifying bacteria that use ammonia as a food source to grow and reproduce. The nitrifying bacteria convert ammonia to nitrite (also toxic), which in turn is converted into non-toxic nitrate. A healthy pond has no detectable ammonia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewly set up ponds need time to develop the biological filter. Until sufficient numbers of nitrifying bacteria grow in the pond, ammonia will be detected. Overstocking the pond with fish, uneaten fish food, and decomposing vegetation can cause excessive ammonia. Ammonia is highly toxic to all pond life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Test for Nitrite?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFish, frogs, birds, and other pond animals release solid waste into the pond water. This waste is turned into toxic ammonia. Nitrifying bacteria in the pond convert toxic ammonia to nitrite (also toxic). Nitrite is then converted to nitrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewly set up ponds have not developed sufficient nitrifying bacteria to detoxify ammonia and nitrite. 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