Dow Flake Xtra

[Nammy]

I'm sure it has been posted but cannot find the info.
Is the Dowflake Xtra ok to use in the reef tank? I seen where their is more bromide in it compared to the old Dowflake.....

 

[Randy Holmes-Farley Verified Community Expert]

If you are doing normal water changes, it is fine to use. If it is a now water change tank, I'd look for a different product, such as from BRS or Dr Foster and Smith.

 

[Nammy]

Thanks for the reply
BTW, is it because of the bromide content you say "doing normal water change, it is fine to use"?
I just found the info sheet about the product and I don't see bromide listed.
http://www.oxy.com/OurBusinesses/Ch...nts/CalciumChloride/SDS/SDS_DOWFLAKE_XTRA.pdf

 

[Randy Holmes-Farley Verified Community Expert]

Yes, it's because of the bromide. It isn't high enough to list on an MSDS.

A 70 ppm boost to calcium will boost bromide by about 2 ppm (about 3%). Water changes will make the rise over time pretty small.

 

[Nammy]

Ah, got it.
Thanks again

 

[Randy Holmes-Farley Verified Community Expert]

You're welcome.

Happy Reefing.