Any non-powder Phosphates testing devices?

dr_vinnie_boombatz · Jul 25, 2023

Hi everyone,

I was looking at the Hanna ULR, however, prefer not to use powder. I can't seem to find any Phosphates testing that uses liquid, similar to their ALK version. Does this not exist?

Thank you

blaxsun · Jul 25, 2023

I think almost (all?) of the phosphate kits use some form of powder.

Randy Holmes-Farley · Jul 25, 2023

Newb2022 said:
Hi everyone,

I was looking at the Hanna ULR, however, prefer not to use powder. I can't seem to find any Phosphates testing that uses liquid, similar to their ALK version. Does this not exist?

Thank you

Why do you prefer liquids?

dr_vinnie_boombatz · Jul 26, 2023

Randy Holmes-Farley said:
Why do you prefer liquids?

I feel it's safer, cleaner, and quicker (time to put on PPE).

Randy Holmes-Farley · Jul 26, 2023

Newb2022 said:
I feel it's safer, cleaner, and quicker (time to put on PPE).

The drawback to liquid reagents is typically shelf stability, and the challenge to adding small liquid volumes compared to using a small measuring spoon.

dr_vinnie_boombatz · Jul 26, 2023

Randy Holmes-Farley said:
The drawback to liquid reagents is typically shelf stability, and the challenge to adding small liquid volumes compared to using a small measuring spoon.

The spoon is better than pouch, which is what Hanna seems to use. I'm 6 months into my nano and battling hair algae. I did negate the tank little given a move but back at it. Upgraded my RODI system too. Wanting to add coral this fall. Guess I'll just get it and do the PPE routine.
Thank you everyone