{"product_id":"seachem-reef-carbonate-500-ml-alcalinidad-estable-para-acuario-de-arrecife","title":"Seachem Reef Carbonate 500 ml | Stable Alkalinity for Reef Aquariums","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eReef Carbonate™ is a concentrated blend (4,000 meq\/L) of carbonate and bicarbonate salts designed to restore and maintain alkalinity in a reef aquarium. Its optimized formula helps sustain system health when biological demand increases the need for carbonates and bicarbonates, without the need for diluted, low-concentration solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHigh concentration level for precise KH adjustments without frequent dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBlend of carbonates and bicarbonates, not just sodium bicarbonate, for more balanced chemistry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eApproximate pK of 9.0 in saltwater, promoting pH stabilization around 8.3–8.4 in closed systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIn reef aquariums, maintaining stable alkalinity is key for coral growth and health. This product, when used as directed, does not deplete calcium, magnesium, or strontium, ions that often precipitate with increased alkalinity, which facilitates more predictable system management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eUsage Notes and Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIt is recommended to maintain alkalinity between 3 and 6 meq\/L (8–17 dKH).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAvoid letting alkalinity drop below 2 meq\/L to maintain a safety margin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFor complete balance, use Reef Carbonate with supplemental calcium such as Reef Advantage Calcium or Reef Complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIn systems with a high biological load, pH can be affected by the production of organic matter. Thanks to its higher pK, Reef Carbonate™ can contribute to greater pH stability, always within a regular aquarium monitoring plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFor responsible use, follow the label directions and adjust the dosage based on the aquarium's response, periodically monitoring KH and pH. This product is a tool to support alkalinity, in conjunction with other supplements as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Key advantage over simple bicarbonate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Reef Carbonate uses a blend of carbonates and bicarbonates with high pK, helping to maintain stable pH in reefs, even with organic production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What alkalinity range is recommended?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Maintain 3–6 meq\/L (8–17 dKH) and avoid dropping below 2 meq\/L to support coral growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61508733829450,"sku":"B0002DGM5C","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1031\/2315\/7322\/files\/seachem-reef-carbonate-botella-500ml.jpg?v=1775146552","url":"https:\/\/mascotario.es\/en\/products\/seachem-reef-carbonate-500-ml-alcalinidad-estable-para-acuario-de-arrecife","provider":"MascotaRio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}