How does digital monitoring prevent problems in aquariums?

Digital monitoring is an effective and accurate way to measure key parameters in both freshwater and marine aquariums. Hanna Checkers provide a fast electronic option for measuring a wide range of these parameters, including ammonia, phosphate, magnesium and pH. 

In comparison to test strips and chemical test kits, where the developed colour is interpreted against a colour wheel or chart, Checkers offer exceptional precision in measurement - preventing common problems in your aquarium before they can occur.

Here are a few of the reasons why digital testing helps to prevent problems in your aquarium before they happen:

Fast response to water changes

Using a digital tester means you don’t have to rely on your interpretation of the results, such as with a test strip where you have to compare colours to a chart. Having the results of testing in a clear number on a screen allows you to quickly respond to imbalances in your water chemistry with greater accuracy and less delay, preventing significant swings in pH,  ammonia or other parameters that can affect the health of your tank and fish.

Highly accurate measurements

An electronic tester provides precise measurements within a set range. This allows for accuracy beyond what is achievable with chemical test kits or testing strips. Instead of comparing the colour of a test strip to a chart using your personal perception, digital monitoring interprets the results accurately for you from the reaction between the reagent and the water sample, with none of the subjectivity of defining the colour yourself.

Identification of invisible issues

Not every change in an aquarium is immediately visible. You may be currently basing when you need to test on visual changes in your water, such as cloudiness in the aquarium or an increase in algae. However, changes in your aquarium water can be harmful before there are visual indicators. Choosing digital testing means you don’t have to wait for visible differences. This prevents less visible problems that can cause toxicity in your tank, keeping your aquarium, plant life and fish healthy.

Maintenance of corals and plants

Corals and live plants need specific parameters to thrive alongside the other living creatures in your aquarium such as fish and invertebrates. The precise nature of these requirements for coral reef tanks can mean test strips or chemical test kits don’t have the accuracy needed to correctly manage your water, due to relying on personal perception. Digital monitoring with Hanna Checkers allows you to keep water parameters such as marine magnesium in range to maintain the condition of corals and plant life.

Buy Hanna Checkers from Hanna Instruments UK

Hanna Instruments stocks a wide range of digital Checkers for saltwater and freshwater aquariums, covering all key parameters to keep your water quality within the required range for plant and fish health. As an accurate and reliable alternative to colour comparison with test strips and chemical kits, Checkers ensure you have the precise information needed to manage your aquarium water effectively.

Shop the Checker range online today, with next-day delivery on in-stock products.