{"product_id":"beckenstarter-2-ammoniumchlorid","title":"Tank Starter 2","description":"Tank Starter 2 is your targeted nitrogen source for the controlled start-up of saltwater or freshwater aquariums. The solution contains pure ammonium chloride and was specially developed for use with starter bacteria such as our Tank Starter 1 (for reef tanks). The simulated ammonium load creates a realistic environment in which nitrifying bacteria can develop in a targeted manner – without the need for fish stock, food, or unnecessary risks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew aquariums (controlled start-up)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuarantine tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish-only systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarists who want maximum control over nitrogen dynamics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy ammonium chloride?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe targeted use of ammonium chloride mimics the natural nitrogen input through uneaten food and excretions – without endangering real animals. This allows the start-up phase to be safely simulated and monitored. An ideal tool for aquarists who prefer a well-thought-out, clean start – without the uncertainty of traditional methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens chemically?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the initial run, ammonium chloride is used to deliberately introduce ammonium (NH₄⁺) into the system. The starter bacteria (e.g., from tank starter 1) first convert this into nitrite (NO₂⁻) and then into nitrate (NO₃⁻) – the goal is a stable, closed nitrogen cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep-by-step instructions for reef tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with an ammonium concentration of approximately 4 mg\/l (→ 4 ml of Tank Starter 2 per 100 l of water)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coralaxy.live\/en\/collections\/water-treatment\/products\/tankstarter-1-starterbacteria\" title=\"Tank Starter 1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTank Starter 1\u003c\/a\u003e at the same time (double dosage recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays 2–5:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure ammonium daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs soon as the level drops, also measure nitrite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays 5–10:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf nitrite is visible, also measure nitrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf nitrate is rising, biological degradation is taking place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays 10–21:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor levels, add more ammonium if necessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf ammonium and nitrite are undetectable for 3 consecutive days: The aquarium is safe to stock!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits at a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled, safe cycling phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo animals or food required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced risk of algal infestation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast and targeted build-up of bacterial populations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be combined with Tank Starter 1 for saltwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticularly helpful for modern aquarium setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 ml ammonium chloride solution\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 ml per 100 liters increases ammonium concentration by 1 mg\/l\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep-by-step video instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jgctmcjNReU?si=Eif2hO1qlMT4U4YB\u0026amp;start=246\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coralaxy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55777568817526,"sku":null,"price":9.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/5345\/9454\/files\/BeckenstarterII.jpg?v=1749831861","url":"https:\/\/coralaxy.live\/en\/products\/tankstarter-2-ammoniumchloride","provider":"Coralaxy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}