Customized solution for addressing ionic deficiencies identified by our review of customer-provided ICP analysis.  There are two solution variants: Minor/Trace/K/Br/B/F and Mg/Ca/Sr.  All solutions are prepared in accordance with the Purple tables on our ICP Calculator.  Solutions are prepared in full 1 L increments. The number of L ordered should reflect the findings of the interpretation in question.
 
The Minor/Trace/K/Br/B/F solution comprises of critical minor and trace elements, as well as K, Br, B, and F, as dictated by the ICP interpretation performed.  Please scroll down to see the list of elements.  Rb inclusion is available as an option (please refer to the bottom of the page for additional information).
 
The Mg/Ca/Sr solution comprises of Mg, Ca, and Sr, as called for in the interpretation of the ICP data.
 
The default dosing period for the Master Dosing Solution is 30 days.  We also offer a solution based upon 45 days of dosing.  This option is useful for users who would like to build in an additional time frame beyond the 30 day standard period, during which time they will have drawn a new sample for ICP analysis and are awaiting results, and can continue dosing the critical component ions without interruption.  Users are encouraged to draw a sample at the 30-day mark in order to mitigate the likelihood that dosing will be interrupted due to unforeseen delays in report interpretation and preparation/shipping of the next MDS.
 
The complete ordering process requires that the customer provides us with a copy of their ICP analysis, or a link to review it online.  Following this, a customized master dosing solution with a volume in full 1 L increments is formulated and ships within 1 - 4 business days.  The customer can further dilute this master solution with their own purified water if desired.
 
Elements which may be included in the Minor/Trace/K/Br/B/F master dosing solution:
B
Ba
Br
Co
Cr
Cu
F*
Fe
I
K
Mn
Mo
Ni
Rb**
Se
V
Zn
 
*If the ICP report includes F as a parameter, then F dosing (if required) is based upon the calculated deficiency.  If F was not included as an analyte in the ICP analysis, then this element (again, if required) is included at a strength corresponding to 1 drop Isol8 F per 100 gallons system volume per day.
 
**Isol8 Rb is available as an add-on; be certain to select that option ONLY if the ICP report that you have provided includes Rb as an analyte (and only if you are interested in dosing Rb, of course).  If Rb is missing from the ICP report, or if the report indicates that Rb was not measured, then order the standard version of this solution, which does not include Isol8 Rb.
 
An optional addition is a 30-mL bottle of Isol8 MT, including a dropper cap, for interim dosing if you have run out of the minor/trace MDS and/or are awaiting components to arrive for preparation of a new MDS.  During such a period, Isol8 MT may be applied as a means of ensuring that ions critical to photosynthesis and associated biochemical reactions are continuing to enter the system on a daily basis.  If desired, then Isol8 MT can be diluted into a larger volume of purified water and dosed through an automated approach or by hand.  Once you have resumed dosing the MDS, discontinue dosing Isol8 MT.  
 
The recommended rates of Isol8 MT application are as follows:
≥75% surface area colonized by zooxanthellate invertebrates and incorporates some form of algal-based nutrient reduction: 1 drop per 12.5 gallons daily.
≥75% surface area colonized by zooxanthellate invertebrates and does not incorporate some form of algal-based nutrient reduction: 1 drop per 25 gallons daily.
~50 - 75% surface area colonized by zooxanthellate invertebrates and incorporates some form of algal-based nutrient reduction: 1 drop per 25 gallons daily.
~50 - 75% surface area colonized by zooxanthellate invertebrates and does not incorporate some form of algal-based nutrient reduction: 1 drop per 37.5 gallons daily.
~25 - 50% surface area colonized by zooxanthellate invertebrates and incorporates some form of algal-based nutrient reduction: 1 drop per 37.5 gallons daily.
~25 - 50% surface area colonized by zooxanthellate invertebrates and does not incorporate some form of algal-based nutrient reduction: 1 drop per 50 gallons daily.
≤25% surface area colonized by zooxanthellate invertebrates and incorporates some form of algal-based nutrient reduction: 1 drop per 50 gallons daily.
≤25% surface area colonized by zooxanthellate invertebrates and does not incorporate some form of algal-based nutrient reduction: 1 drop per 62.5 gallons daily.
 
Note: these values are given in drops, and one mL is approximately equivalent to 20 drops when dispensed from our 30- and 60-mL dropper caps.  Even in a densely-stocked 250 gallon reef system with algal filtration, a single 30-mL bottle of Isol8 MT will last 30 days.