What's in vibrant aquarium cleaner?

[tcarter1936]

I'm considering trying it out to get rid of hair algae. But can't find out what it is. Any input?

 

[Brew12]

I'm considering trying it out to get rid of hair algae. But can't find out what it is. Any input?

It is mostly bacteria. They aren't willing (understandably so imo) to give up the trade secret of the blend of bacteria.

 

[tcarter1936]

It is mostly bacteria. They aren't willing (understandably so imo) to give up the trade secret of the blend of bacteria.

Thanks just trying to figure it out.i guess no difference in adding a bottle of Dr Tim's

 

[Brew12]

Thanks just trying to figure it out.i guess no difference in adding a bottle of Dr Tim's

Dr Tims is a nitrifying bacteria. Completely different species than you will find in one designed to lower nitrates or consume algae.

 

[tcarter1936]

Dr Tims is a nitrifying bacteria. Completely different species than you will find in one designed to lower nitrates or consume algae.

Oh so that makes more sense seeing as how I've added a bottle of Dr Tim's a month ago. Thanks

 

[Brew12]

Oh so that makes more sense seeing as how I've added a bottle of Dr Tim's a month ago. Thanks

The bacteria in Vibrant consume the nitrates and are then removed by your skimmer. That is why the product can drop nitrates so quickly.

 

[tcarter1936]

The bacteria in Vibrant consume the nitrates and are then removed by your skimmer. That is why the product can drop nitrates so quickly.

That's the thing that bothers me, my no3 is between 2-5 so I assume that po4 is my issue albeit test kits read 0 but the GHA says they are present.

 

[Brew12]

That's the thing that bothers me, my no3 is between 2-5 so I assume that po4 is my issue albeit test kits read 0 but the GHA says they are present.

That is why many experienced reefers don't even test for NO3. They just know by looking at their tank if it isn't right. More reliable than tests.

 

[tcarter1936]

That is why many experienced reefers don't even test for NO3. They just know by looking at their tank if it isn't right. More reliable than tests.

I guess I should add some kno3 to bring down po4?

 

[Brew12]

I guess I should add some kno3 to bring down po4?

I'm not sure it works that way. If you feel your PO4 is high you might want to consider using GFO

 

[tcarter1936]

I'm not sure it works that way. If you feel your PO4 is high you might want to consider using GFO

Never tried it, but probably Worth a try

 

[Brew12]

Never tried it, but probably Worth a try

Just be careful. Dropping your PO4 too fast can cause RTN on corals. I'd only do it if you really feel your PO4 is causing a problem. And then, add GFO slowly.

 

[tcarter1936]

Just be careful. Dropping your PO4 too fast can cause RTN on corals. I'd only do it if you really feel your PO4 is causing a problem. And then, add GFO slowly.

Thanks your a big help as always

 

[JBslick81]

Rookie question what is RTN on corals?

 

[tcarter1936]

Rookie question what is RTN on corals?

Rapid tissue necrosis, basically fast loss of skin

 

[tcarter1936]

Rookie question what is RTN on corals?

It's the spots that turn white prior to tuning green[emoji2]

 

[BlennyKravitz]

Just be careful. Dropping your PO4 too fast can cause RTN on corals. I'd only do it if you really feel your PO4 is causing a problem. And then, add GFO slowly.

Interesting theory. I still feel the pain from every RTN'd coral in my life. Makes sense.

 

[Cory]

Its a special bacteria and a preservative iirc acetic acid. Also contains aspartic acid.

 

[tcarter1936]

Its a special bacteria and a preservative iirc glucose or acetic acid.

I guess it's arriving today so I will post results soon

 

[tcarter1936]

Not the best photos but you can see the algae.
I dosed 20 ml vibrant this afternoon and we will see what happens.[emoji2]