Description
API Nitrite Test Kit – Professional Water Quality Monitoring (AP000161)
Ensure the safety of your backyard oasis with the API Nitrite Test Kit, nitrate, often called the "invisible killer," can quickly build up in ponds, leading to fish stress and respiratory issues. This precise liquid test kit allows you to monitor levels accurately, ensuring your biological filter is working efficiently to keep your fish healthy.
Why Test for Nitrite?
Nitrite is a byproduct of the nitrogen cycle. In a healthy pond, beneficial bacteria convert ammonia into nitrite, and then nitrite into nitrate. A spike in nitrite often indicates a "new pond syndrome" or a crashed biological filter. Regular testing with this kit helps you intervene before levels become toxic.
Key Features
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Safe & Easy for Backyard Use: Designed for DIY pond owners, this kit is simple to use and provides lab-grade results without the need for complex equipment.
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Highly Accurate Liquid Reagent: Offers a more precise reading than standard test strips, allowing you to detect even trace amounts of nitrite.
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Fast Results: Get your water quality reading in just 5 minutes.
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Exceptional Value: The AP000161 kit contains enough solution for up to 180 tests, providing a full season of monitoring in one bottle.
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Clear Color Matching: Includes a high-resolution color chart calibrated specifically for freshwater pond environments.
Product Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
| Brand | API Pond |
| Product Code | AP000161 |
| Test Type | Liquid Reagent (Colorimetric) |
| Number of Tests | Up to 180 |
| Target Parameter | Nitrite ($NO_{2}^{-}$) |
| Application | Freshwater Ponds & Aquariums |
Simple Testing Steps
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Collect a 5 ml sample of your pond water in the provided glass test tube.
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Add 5 drops of the Nitrite Test Solution.
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Shake the tube for 5 seconds.
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Wait 5 minutes for the color to develop, then compare it to the included color chart.
Safety Reminder: This kit is a safe and effective way to monitor your pond. Always store the testing chemicals in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight to maintain the reagent's shelf life.
