{"product_id":"salifert-copper-aquarium-test-kit","title":"Salifert Copper Aquarium Test Kit","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"35\"\u003eSalifert Copper Aquarium Test Kit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eCopper medications can save fish from devastating diseases such as marine ich and velvet, but only when used correctly. The Salifert Copper Test Kit allows you to accurately monitor copper levels during treatment, helping you maintain a therapeutic level that is effective against parasites while reducing the risk of overdosing your fish. The kit is suitable for both freshwater and saltwater aquariums and can detect copper levels from approximately 0.05 to 2.0 ppm. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"548\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eWhat Is This Test Kit For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eThe Salifert Copper Test Kit is designed to measure copper medication levels in aquariums during disease treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eCopper is commonly used to treat:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"867\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"760\"\u003eMarine Ich (Cryptocaryon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eMarine Velvet (Amyloodinium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"827\"\u003eSome external protozoan parasites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eCertain freshwater parasite outbreaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003eBecause copper levels can fluctuate due to water changes, filtration, substrate absorption, and decorations, regular testing is critical to ensure treatment remains effective. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eWhy Testing Copper Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eMany hobbyists make the mistake of dosing copper and assuming the level stays where they put it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eUnfortunately, copper can be:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eAbsorbed by rocks, sand, and decorations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eRemoved by carbon and certain filter media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eDiluted through water changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eAccidentally overdosed during adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eToo little copper may allow parasites to survive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eToo much copper can stress, injure, or even kill fish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003eTesting is not optional during copper treatment..it is essential.\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular testing helps ensure the medication remains within the therapeutic range recommended by the manufacturer of your copper treatment. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003eIMPORTANT: Never Use Copper in Reef Aquariums\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003eCopper should NEVER be dosed into a reef tank or any aquarium containing invertebrates.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003eCopper is toxic to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eCorals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003eShrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eCrabs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eSnails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003eClams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003eSea stars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eAnemones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003eMost other invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003eCopper can also be absorbed into live rock and substrate, potentially leaching back into the aquarium long after treatment has ended. This is why copper treatments should be performed in a dedicated quarantine or hospital tank whenever possible. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003eBest Practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003eTreat fish in a bare bottom quarantine tank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003eRemove carbon and copper-removing media during treatment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003eTest copper levels regularly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2550\"\u003eFollow the medication manufacturer's therapeutic range\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2598\"\u003ePerform treatment in a fish only environment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2624\"\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2766\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003eSalifert Copper Test Reagents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003eTest Vial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003eColor Comparison Chart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003eMeasuring Accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2733\"\u003eInstructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2734\" data-end=\"2766\"\u003eApproximately 50 tests per kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2825\"\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"3128\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003eCollect the required aquarium water sample in the included vial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2954\"\u003eAdd the reagents according to the included instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"3009\"\u003eAllow the test to develop for the recommended time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3068\"\u003eCompare the resulting color against the included chart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3069\" data-end=\"3128\"\u003eRecord the result and adjust copper dosing if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3231\"\u003eFor best results, test under white lighting and always follow the instructions included with the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3233\" data-end=\"3236\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3238\" data-end=\"3283\"\u003eCompatible With Popular Copper Medications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3361\"\u003eThe Salifert Copper Test Kit is commonly used to monitor treatments such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3363\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3363\" data-end=\"3402\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCupramine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3403\" data-end=\"3442\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCopper Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3482\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCoppersafe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3484\" data-end=\"3645\"\u003eThe kit is compatible with both ionic and chelated copper medications, making it a versatile choice for quarantine systems. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3647\" data-end=\"3650\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3652\" data-end=\"3696\"\u003eWhy Shop With Infinity \u0026amp; Beyond Aquatics?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"3747\"\u003eFamily owned small business in North New Jersey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3749\" data-end=\"3793\"\u003eReal world aquarium experience and support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3795\" data-end=\"3842\"\u003eProducts selected by hobbyists, for hobbyists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3844\" data-end=\"3872\"\u003eFast and reliable shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3874\" data-end=\"3905\"\u003ePersonalized customer service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3907\" data-end=\"3942\"\u003eFree shipping on orders over $100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3944\" data-end=\"4107\"\u003eWhen you shop with Infinity \u0026amp; Beyond Aquatics, you're supporting a fellow aquarist who understands the challenges of keeping healthy fish and successful aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4109\" data-end=\"4112\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4114\" data-end=\"4136\"\u003eShipping Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4138\" data-end=\"4297\"\u003eOrders are typically processed within 1–3 business days. Delivery times may vary due to carrier delays, holidays, weather conditions, and product availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4299\" data-end=\"4441\"\u003eFree shipping applies to qualifying orders over $100 within eligible shipping zones. Certain oversized or special order items may be excluded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4443\" data-end=\"4549\"\u003ePlease inspect your shipment upon arrival and contact us promptly with any questions regarding your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"4551\" data-end=\"4712\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4551\" data-end=\"4712\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eWhen treating fish with copper, don't guess only test. 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