PH8.4 Tap Water

[Galibore]

I got my pH meter from Waterboy, really nice.

Tested my nano, pH 8.1 spot on. Then proceeeded to test one of my FW setups. I almost fainted, pH 8.4. Then I was worried and tried to figure out what could cause it. Then I tested my tap water. It had a pH of 8.5.

Surely water with a pH with 8.5 is not suitable for drinking? Or is it still acceptable?

 

[Alan]

Have the same problem where i live apparently it is with in acceptable ranges.

 

[Galibore]

O ok then. Thought it would be better to drink soap.. a bit safer..

 

[Mekaeel]

sorry a bit off topic.can the meter be placed in the water full time or just to be placed in the water while you testing gali?

 

[Rod]

Hi Im have just tested my tap water pH. I get 7.65, same area as Galibore. Rand Water.

 

[Galibore]

sorry a bit off topic.can the meter be placed in the water full time or just to be placed in the water while you testing gali?

Mekaeel, that I won't know. Sorry.

Hi Im have just tested my tap water pH. I get 7.65, same area as Galibore. Rand Water.

Rod, Not sure it's from the same treatment plant. Different cities. I will get a test kit soon and make sure.

 

[Mekaeel]

ok will check with marco then

 

[cybervic]

How much does those babies go for?

 

[Galibore]

Cyber,

I'm honestly not sure. I bought it with other stuff and only asked for the total. Best bet is to contact Marco.

 

[Mekaeel]

its more like a ph pen rather than a meter gali.....does it have an external probe?

 

[Galibore]

Oops sorry I meant to say pH pen.

Yes, it has an external probe which is extendible.

 

[Mekaeel]

Yes, it has an external probe which is extendible.

cool.then i gotta get that.im sure the probe can be placed permanatley in the water then

 

[viper357]

I don't think those little batteries would last very long in permanent use mekaeel, worth a try though

 

[Mekaeel]

ok spoke to marco.it basically meant to test when necessary.not something that can be permarnantley hooked up