Calcium reactors can transform the way you maintain calcium and alkalinity in a demanding reef aquarium. From understanding CO2 and reactor pH to balancing effluent flow, discover 10 essential things every reef keeper should know before installing one.
Reef tank pH often swings daily, but is a stable low pH worse than natural fluctuations that reach healthier daytime peaks? This article explores causes of pH change, ideal ranges, and practical ways to improve stability without chasing unrealistic numbers.