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Post by Crazygar on Feb 20, 2017 9:22:27 GMT -5
I have done up a Substrate Comparison chart in PDF Format, but unfortunately it's 2.02MB and therefore I can not attach it to the thread. If you are interested in a copy please email or pm me here and I will email a copy over.
It's a breakdown of all the minerals in the most common substrates available on the Market today. I could not get Hagen to release information on Stratum, but the major brands are compared; Fluorite, EcoComplete, Laterite... It's a nice good read for all those looking for a specific nutrient content in a substrate.
Gary
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Post by gabor129 on Feb 20, 2017 17:21:11 GMT -5
An interesting idea! I sent you a pm! Can't wait to see how badly I messed up my substrate...😆
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Post by Crazygar on Feb 20, 2017 21:33:31 GMT -5
Ah you are fine. Mineralized Soil would be good to add, but due to inconsistencies in the creation process, it would be hard to give a composition breakdown. Gabe, I emailed it, if you can find a way to attach it to this thread, it would be awesome.
Gary
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lisachromis
Lisa's Lair BookStore
Chatham-Kent Aquarium Society
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Post by lisachromis on Feb 21, 2017 12:56:24 GMT -5
Gary, convert the pdf to a jpg. You should be able to attach it then.
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Post by Crazygar on Feb 21, 2017 23:29:35 GMT -5
Not the same Lisa, but thanks for the idea. Maybe the Admins here can post it. They will be able to override the attachment setting.
Gary
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Post by gabor129 on Feb 22, 2017 18:54:42 GMT -5
I will text admin to see if this can be done! Thanks for the idea Gary!
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Post by Crazygar on Feb 23, 2017 7:18:37 GMT -5
Right in the settings, you can alter the file upload size. Just do it for the upload and return it to normal. If this were phpbb I would be easy to do! Either way, thanks!
Gary
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Post by gabor129 on Feb 23, 2017 18:41:28 GMT -5
I'll pass along the information! Thanks Gary!
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Post by Admin on Feb 24, 2017 19:09:38 GMT -5
Here it is, very nice breakdown of substrates: Substrate chart-.pdf (1.38 MB) Have you ever had a chance to examine ADA Aquasoil? |
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Post by Crazygar on Feb 25, 2017 19:38:41 GMT -5
They are pretty tip lipped about it's content as well, but there might be a source online that has already done, no pun intended, the dirty work for me. I've been dying to get a composition of this.
Gary
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Post by Admin on Feb 26, 2017 16:22:28 GMT -5
Thanks for information! Ya I have searched around for an ADA breakdown but you are right they do seem not want to give that information out
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Post by Crazygar on Feb 28, 2017 8:17:58 GMT -5
Sure wish I had access to a Lab, but then I am guessing there would be some Legalities involved. I'm not going to jail over Substrate. LOL
Gary
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Post by glennd on May 25, 2017 19:24:30 GMT -5
I am setting up my 265 as a planted discus tank. Right now i have Florite red and my wife wants me to change it to black. Which substrate would you suggest, Eco-Complete or Florite?
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Post by guppyguy on May 25, 2017 21:14:10 GMT -5
I am setting up my 265 as a planted discus tank. Right now i have Florite red and my wife wants me to change it to black. Which substrate would you suggest, Eco-Complete or Florite? Price wise the florite will be a tad cheaper. But I prefer the Eco Complete because it draws in nutrients as it ages and only gets better with time and will last the life on your fish tank. I found my planted tanks using Eco get better every year. Just my option as I like florite too and use it in different applications. |
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