Aquarium Water Care

API 5-IN-1 Test Strips are the quick and easy way to test the 5 most important aquarium water parameters – pH, KH, GH, nitrate, and nitrite – in one easy step. 
Simply dip one test strip directly into the aquarium, and compare the colours on the strip to the colour card provided to help prevent invisible water problems that can be harmful to fish. 

Each kit includes detailed information on how to interpret the test results and correct unsafe water conditions.

Pack Size:  4;  25;  100

Clarifier and cloudy water controller for freshwater and planted aquariums.

Clarion F is a technologically advanced, premium quality, maximum strength clarifier that immediately and safely begins to flocculate dirt, parasites, and other debris or cloudiness causing particles into clumps that can easily be removed by a good mechanical filter with fine filter floss. It is not an algaecide. It is a high tech, long chain polymer that is safe for sensitive freshwater fish and plants when used as directed.

Use in aquarium keeping:

Clarion F is designed to be used in conjunction with a working mechanical filter, containing a good filtration medium, such as fine filter floss or a fine filter pad or cartridge to remove the clumps that it flocculates. Cloudy water and particularly green water are signs that the aquarium may be overloaded with nutrients. If you have these conditions, treat with Clarion F and then look for the cause, which may be overfeeding of fish food, or overuse of plant fertilisers, or other nutrients which can cause bacteria or algae blooms.

Clarion is not meant as a substitute for good maintenance practices. Partial frequent water changes may need to be initiated to get the system back under control. Be sure to clean filter floss or other filtration material regularly when using Clarion F. Decreased water flow from the filter shows that it is plugging up with the large clumps of cloudiness causing particles that Clarion F is flocculating.

Clarion F is not designed to clear brown or yellow tinted water. Use Continuum Labyrinth Carbon or Power Cleanse XL for this purpose.

Directions and protocol:

Not for use in marine aquariums!

Important: First use Flora Viv KH+ to adjust alkalinity (or KH) to a minimum of 2 dKH (40 ppm or .75 meq/L). Dilute 1 drop per gallon of aquarium capacity, or 1 capful (5 mL) in a cupful of treated purified water for every 200L of freshwater aquarium water to be treated. Mix thoroughly and disperse around the aquarium in areas of good water flow. Repeat in 24 hours if necessary. Use while aquarium lights are on and will be on for several hours. Morning or afternoon is best. Do not use at night or on very soft water, below 40 ppm.

SIZES: 250mL; 500mL

Aquasonic Algicide is a safe broad spectrum algae treatment that controls many types of annoying algae, while remaining gentle to aquarium plants. Algicide will not affect aquarium plants or fish, provided it is used in the correct dosage.

• Do not use in aquariums containing fish intended for human consumption.
• Shake bottle vigorously before each application.
• Use at the rate of 1ml (20 drops) per 20 litres of aquarium water. Do not overdose as plant damage may result. Maintain aeration and filtration during treatment. Results should be evident after 7 days.
• Treatment may be repeated after 14 days if necessary. If algae persists, consider decreasing the amount of light the aquarium receives and increasing the frequency of partial water changes.

To calculate your tank volume: Multiply length x width x water level height (all in cms) and divide by 1000 for litres.

High standards of aquarium management must be maintained to prevent disease, as fish diseases are often management related. Consult your veterinarian or aquarium dealer for accurate diagnosis and advice.

Concentrated chlorine, ammonia, and chloramine remover for marine and freshwater aquaria. Use to treat tap water for new tanks and water changes.

Fraction is a technologically advanced, premium quality, maximum strength water conditioner that makes tap water immediately safe for freshwater or marine aquarium use. 

It is also the premium product for use directly in a freshwater or marine aquarium to remove toxic ammonia, nitrites or nitrates. It will immediately remove over dosages of iodine or potassium permanganate based products in the aquarium as well as over dosages of medicinal dyes. 

It is safe for all marine or freshwater species including sensitive fish, live corals and other invertebrates and live plants. 

Fraction contains no slime coat enhancers as these could pollute the aquarium.

Ocean Nutrition Atison's Betta Spa is available for the first time for the Betta hobbyist in a user-friendly format. Wild almond leaf, and a lot more, in one easy formula. Clean, easy, complete and consistent.

The wild almond leaf extract mimics natural conditions for the Betta fish and it contains Yucca extract to bind ammonia (NH3) in the water. Atison's Betta Spa contains calcium to activate the muscles and to develop strong bones, teeth and scales.

Produced only with natural ingredients.

Recommended doses: 5mL per 8L of water for normal applications. Use with every water change. In case of severe stress, symptoms the concentration can be doubled.

Features:

• The leaves contain humic acids and tannins and are known to have antibacterial properties.
• Ideal for conditioning the Betta, promotes spawning, activity and colours. Betta SPA is recommended for all fish kept in small containers, especially during transportation.
• Lowers the pH of the water and neutralizes harmful chemicals. Adds essential trace elements to the water.
• Colours the water via natural tannins, lignins and fulvic acids.
• Will make bubble nests stickier.

Ingredients

Wild almond leaves extract (Terminalia Catappa), Sodium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, Yucca extract, Almond extract, preservatives.

SIZE: 125mL; 500mL

API ACCU-CLEAR water clarifier quickly clarifies cloudy water in your aquarium, eliminating haze to make your water crystal clear. 
API ACCU-CLEAR water clarifier clumps tiny floating particles together, forming large particles to be more easily removed by your aquarium filter. 
Product is safe for use with all freshwater fish and plants.

Volume: 37mL; 118mL;  237mL

API  Stress Coat  water conditioner makes tap water safe for fish by removing chlorine, chloramines and heavy metals from tap water. Stress Coat contains the healing power of Aloe Vera to reduce fish stress by up to 40% and to heal damaged tissue and wounds. 

API Stress Coat water conditioner also reduces electrolyte loss in your fish, and should be used when:


• Handling, netting, or adding fish to a bag for the trip home from the store


• Starting an aquarium


• Performing monthly water changes


• When adding new fish to your aquarium
This unique formula is scientifically proven to reduce fish stress and heal damaged tissue by forming a synthetic slime coating on your fish. Stress Coat water conditioner also helps reduce fish susceptibility to disease and infection.

Volume:  30mL;  237mL;  473mL;  946mL

API Quick Start nitrifying bacteria allows for the instant addition of fish as it immediately starts the natural aquarium cycle with beneficial bacteria, which converts toxic ammonia into nitrite, then into harmless nitrate to help prevent fish loss in your tank. 

Quick Start is best for use when starting a new aquarium, after water changes and filter changes and when adding new fish to an existing aquarium. 

API Quick Start nitrifying bacteria may be used in both fresh and saltwater aquariums.

Please note: This product does not remove chlorine from tap water. You will still need to purchase a dechlorinator separately.

Volume:  30mL;  118mL;  237mL;  473mL

Restore water chemistry of filtered or rain water with Reconstitute RO.

Reconstitute RO is a high quality, multi-component, broad spectrum mixture of all mineral ions including General Hardness (GH), alkalinity (KH) and all major, minor and trace minerals required for optimum health and longevity of freshwater fish, invertebrates and plants. When mixed with filtered water prepared by reverse osmosis, distillation, or deionization, it will convert those filtered waters into a natural environment in which all aquarium inhabitants will thrive. It has been used to raise discus and other freshwater fish, as well as keep whole systems in breeder, public and home aquariums.

Reconstituting reverse osmosis, deionized or distilled water ensures complete user control over aquarium water parameters. Treating purified water with Reconstitute RO allows the user to customize hardness and alkalinity for the type of fish you’re keeping. This is especially important when keeping and breeding sensitive or expensive species such as discus or wild caught fish. Using reconstituted purified water will also help solve many aquarium keeping water quality issues and prevent the entry of unwanted nutrients such as phosphates that are prevalent in public water supplies.

This product may also be used to reconstitute filtered rainwater and is particularly useful where there are no other water sources available for maintaining your aquarium such as in rural areas that dont have access to a town water source. Rainwater tends to be similar to reverse osmosis water in that is is missing most dissolved minerals and is thus very soft with low GH and KH and is quite acidic (approx 5.5-6).

In all cases you should know your water parameters and have suitable test kits on hand.

Blue Planet Alage Cure helps control algae in freshwater aquariums and ponds.

A common ailment of freshwater aquariums, algae can appear in many different shapes and sizes, including short beard algae, long strands of hair algae or mats of fine blanket algae. While it doesn't look very pretty, algae can also cause major problems with your water balance and clog your filters.

Blue Planet Alage Cure helps control algae in freshwater aquariums and ponds. Algae Clear will not affect plants or fish when used as directed. For heavy infestations, manually remove heavy algae growths before treatment. 

HOW TO USE:
* Shake bottle vigorously before each application. Use at
the rate of 0.25mL (5 drops) per 1L or 5mL per 20 litres of aquarium water.
* Do not overdose as plant damage may result. Results should be evident after 7 days. Maintain aeration and filtration during treatment.
* Treatment may be repeated after 14 days if necessary. If algae persist consider decreasing the amount of light the aquarium receives and increasing the frequency of partial water changes.

SIZES: 

125mL
500mL

API AMMO LOCK ammonia detoxifier is proven to convert poisonous ammonia into a non-toxic form. AMMO LOCK ammonia detoxifier works instantly in both fresh and saltwater aquariums, removing ammonia, chlorine, and chloramines. 

Note that if your aquarium tests positive for ammonia, it is necessary to perform a partial water change first, and then neutralize the ammonia.  

AMMO LOCK ammonia detoxifier is now detectable by API Ammonia Test Kits.

Volume: 118mL;  237mL;  473mL

Blue Planet Water Conditioner makes tap water safe for fish. It neutralises harmful chlorine and chloramines from tapwater.

Blue Planet Water Conditioner is suitable for both fresh and saltwater aquariums. 

Always add Water Conditioner whenever tap water is added to the aquarium. Tap water contains chlorine and chloramines which control bacteria and while tap water is safe for human consumption these chemicals are toxic to fish. 

API Algaefix  algae control effectively controls many types of algae in aquariums and will not harm your fish or plants when used as directed.

You can use Algaefix algae control as part of your aquarium maintenance routine to control the formation of new algae.

Weekly doses will control algae growth and reduce aquarium maintenance.

CAUTION: Do not use with freshwater crustaceans including shrimp, crabs, and lobsters.

Instructions for Use:

Add 1mL for each 38L or 5mL for each 189L of aquarium water. Repeat dose every three days until algae is controlled. Siphon or scrape any dead algae from aquarium. Once algae growth is under control, add one dose per week. Weekly doses will control algae growth and reduce aquarium maintenance.

SIZES: 118mL;  237mL

Aquasonic Tropical Water Conditioning Salts have been formulated to re-create natural conditions in your aquarium. It contains the correct balance of salts, natural minerals and trace elements, plus bacterial and fungal inhibitors, to promote health and wellbeing.

Use Tropical Water Conditioning Salts with new aquarium water, when starting up or doing a water change. It will raise General Hardness by approx. 80ppm and Salinity (NaCl) by 130ppm. Further addition of salt (NaCl) is not recommended.

Aquasonic Tropical Conditioning Salts are made in Australia.

• Add 5g (1 level teaspoon) per 15L of water.
• Re-seal container when not in use.
• Do not redose without a water change.

To calculate approximate aquarium capacity: Multiply the length x width x water level height (in cm) and divide by 1,000 for litres.

Serenity pH Down Powder is to lower pH levels in aquarium water.
Quality Australian made product for reliable accuracy.

API AQUA ESSENTIAL water conditioner is a highly concentrated all-in-one water conditioner that instantly makes tap water safe for fish by removing chlorine, chloramine and detoxifies heavy metals commonly found in tap water. AQUA ESSENTIAL water conditioner instantly removes toxic ammonia, nitrate and nitrite levels in freshwater, saltwater and planted aquariums. 

Toxic ammonia is continually released by fish through their gills, urine and solid waste. Uneaten food and decaying organic matter also add ammonia. Small amounts of ammonia stress fish; large amounts of ammonia will kill fish. This unique formula binds with ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate rendering them non-toxic and allowing the biofilter to more efficiently remove them. 

Use at start-up and whenever adding or changing water or when tested levels of ammonia, nitrates or nitrite are high. 

When adding, transporting or quarantining fish, we recommend using API STRESS COAT water conditioner which is ideal for use with AQUA ESSENTIAL water conditioner.

Volume: 118mL;  237mL;  473mL

API Tap Water Conditioner  treatment removes toxins from tap water instantly so you can add fish to your aquarium (or add them back after a water change) immediately. 

API Tap Water Conditioner treatment dechlorinates aquarium and tap water, detoxifies heavy metals  and may be used in both fresh and salt water. 

This super-concentrated formula treats up to 2280L with just 30mL making your aquarium a safe environment for your fish.

Volume:  30mL;  118mL;  237mL;  473mL;  946mL;  1.89L; 3.8L