jlinzmaier
Premium Member
I'm exploring the option of monitoring my reef tanks salinity level based on conductivity readings. I currently have a pinpiont conductivity monitor and before I delve into monitoring my salinity with it, I have a few quesions.
I assume any stray electical current (even minute) will affect a conductivity monitors reading correct?? I'm sure the answer is yes, therefore the best practice is to measure conductivity by taking a sample of water from the tank and measuring it away from any electrical equipment - correct?
I'm able to find several conductivity to salinity conversion calculators, however, it appears that temperature plays a significant role in that conversion. Are there any other significant factors that will affect my conductivity monitoring that I need to take into account when converting to a salinity reading? Will higher or lower ca, alk, or mg levels affect conductivity?
Jeremy
I assume any stray electical current (even minute) will affect a conductivity monitors reading correct?? I'm sure the answer is yes, therefore the best practice is to measure conductivity by taking a sample of water from the tank and measuring it away from any electrical equipment - correct?
I'm able to find several conductivity to salinity conversion calculators, however, it appears that temperature plays a significant role in that conversion. Are there any other significant factors that will affect my conductivity monitoring that I need to take into account when converting to a salinity reading? Will higher or lower ca, alk, or mg levels affect conductivity?
Jeremy