Nitrite High will quarantining with copper
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_sludgefactory
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I think you need to phrase your question better. I have no idea what you're asking.
ReefMadScientist
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Holy proof read before you submit Batman!!!
I think this is what it says...
"In my Quarantine tank, I have a nitrite spike. I am only using Copper Power and no carbon...just a filter pad to pick up debris. Any ideas on how to lower it (nitrite) without a water change"?
Answer - Just do a water change. Be sure to measure your copper levels also. Using carbon will only strip the water clean so keep that out. Also, what are you using for your bioload?
_sludgefactory
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Nitrite should break down to nitrate fairly quickly though. Best bet is to just do water changes.
TJ's Reef
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+1..... Are you saying that while using Copper Power without Carbon and only floss in the filter you are experiencing a Nitrate spike ??? Is there a easy way to remove said Nitrate without doing water changes ???
IMHO/IME the best and easiest way to reduce Nitrate in a QT is with WC's and then replacing the copper medication afterwards. For future use you can place/store a Sponge and/or ceramic bio-media in your sump or back of AIO chamber then use in the QT when needed as this will significantly help with biological filtration. Just be sure to clean/sterilize and use a copper removal product on media before placing back into DT system or storing for future use. I also use weighted FW plastic plant decorations in my QT and place them in my sump for a week or three before use to gather beneficial bacteria.
Cheers, Todd
