Probe Questions?

[Anonymous]

I am almost out of test for my PH test kit.

I am thinking about getting a Pinpoint PH probe for this.

What is a PH controller used for?

I need to order the PH probe at least today and just wondering if I need a controller or just a monitor.

I am also thinking about getting the Pinpoint Salinity Monitor. ANyone use this and is it any good?
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[wombat1]

I have a pinpoint monitor. It's great for monitoring the pH around the clock in your tank. I got one to make sure I was adding Kalkwasser correctly. It'll also tell you instantly if something dies because the pH will drop.

 

[O P Ing]

hi.
For the case of pH, a controller is a monitor that also can be used to turn a switch on and off. In reef, it is usually used to shut down a calcium reactor's CO2 supply (via a solenoid), or kalk reactor if the pH is out of preset range.

 

[bowfront]

I've been using the same Pinpoint pH monitor for years. I've had to replace the probe but that's normal with tiime (every couple of years). Great product, I think you will like it. As mentioned unless you are going to use it in conjunction with a Ca or kalk reactor you don't need the controler. Never used the Pinpoint salinity meter but am thinking about getting one.

 

[Anonymous]

I ordered the PH Monitor and the PH Salinity meter.

Once I get the PH Salinity meter running I will let you know how it works.

Thanks
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[pez]

Aren't the salinity monitors notoriously sensitive? That is, not really accurate?

 

[REEFDAZE]

I have used the salanity meter for a couple of years, always accurate, very reliable. I also use the ph meter although there are better probes on the market that work on the PP meter, it has proven to be a true asset. I should explain some of the better probes you can buy are shielded and do not seem to be bothered by stray electricity as much.