Description
Achieve vibrant coral coloration and robust health with ESV B-Ionic® Nitrate, a professional-grade, highly purified calcium nitrate solution. In the modern ultra-low nutrient system (ULNS), many reef keepers struggle with "bottomed-out" nitrate levels, which can lead to coral bleaching, stalled growth, and even outbreaks of pests like Dinoflagellates. B-Ionic® Nitrate provides a precise, phosphate-free method to maintain the ideal nutrient balance your reef requires.
Why Use B-Ionic Nitrate?
Maintaining nitrate concentrations slightly above natural reef levels is a proven strategy for the modern aquarist. This supplement mimics the availability of particulate organic nitrogen found in the wild, compensating for the lack of natural planktonic food in closed aquarium systems.
Key Benefits:
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Targeted Nutrient Control: Raise nitrate levels effectively without the risk of adding unwanted phosphates—a common issue when trying to increase nutrients through heavy feeding.
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Enhanced Coral Vitality: Improves tissue expansion and deepens pigment in many SPS and LPS coral species.
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Alkalinity Synergy: As your system’s biology assimilates the nitrate through denitrification, it naturally converts into carbonate alkalinity.
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Ionic Stability: Unlike potassium or sodium nitrate supplements, ESV's calcium-based formula avoids the buildup of elements that are difficult for hobbyists to test accurately.
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System Health: Higher nitrate levels can assist in the breakdown of organic matter and help prevent the formation of toxic hydrogen sulfide in deep sand beds or anoxic zones of live rock.
Technical Specifications
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Concentration: 1 ml per 20 gallons of aquarium water adds 1 ppm (mg/L) of nitrate.
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Formulation: Highly purified Calcium Nitrate solution.
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Size: 1000 ml (approx. 32 fl. oz.) bottle.
Dosing Instructions
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Test First: Always test your current nitrate ($NO_3$) levels using a high-quality test kit or ICP analysis before dosing.
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Calculate Dose: Add 1 ml for every 20 gallons of total system volume to increase your concentration by 1 ppm.
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Monitor: Avoid rapid shifts in chemistry. Increase levels slowly over several days to reach your target range (typically 2–5 ppm for most reef systems).
The ESV Advantage
ESV B-Ionic® Nitrate is formulated for the serious hobbyist who demands purity and scientific transparency. By using a calcium-based carrier, ESV ensures that your supplementation contributes to the overall ionic balance of the tank rather than causing long-term deviations in sodium or potassium levels.
