Issues raising ALK

[Holy_makerel]

I've been struggling to keep my alk at the level i'd like it to be and would appreciate any input.

It hovers right around 120ppm or 6.7 DKH.

i dose with kalkwasser from a dripline and also dose 5ml a day into my system of alkinity buffer solution trying to get my numbers up. My Mag has been running a little low (1140ppm) since i have introduced a few montipora and several acro frags into my system. I just ordered some Mg dosing solution to help elevate my levels which will hopefully allow my alkinity to raise up.

Ca is at 420ppm, NO3- 5ppm, PO4- 0.2ppm just for informational purposes.

I took these readings right before my 20% biweekly WC last night.

TIA

 

[jasonb87]

Following along as i am having the same issues.

What salt do you use?

 

[Randy Holmes-Farley Verified Community Expert]

You likely just need to add more of the alk supplement. I don't see any reason to think it is anything else.

 

[Holy_makerel]

Following along as i am having the same issues.

What salt do you use?

Salinity reef salt brand

 

[Holy_makerel]

You likely just need to add more of the alk supplement. I don't see any reason to think it is anything else.

Thanks, i'll double it and see how that works out