Soggy;34307 said:I ran across this device that applies strong electro-magnetic fields to rearrange the polarity of bicarbonate ions in such a way that they no longer coagulate to form lime. It results in "softer" water where soap lathers easily.
An ad of the device here -> Limescale, lime scale problems, limescale remover– Scalewatcher
If my understanding serves me right, it causes calcium carbonate molecules to precipitate out of solution into very small particles that do not form lime. !?!
Anyone tried this? It sounds too good to be true. hehehe
Patchworks;34225 said:Actually from what I'm reading, a small bottle of HCL 8% is like $5 at a pool supply. That should last years! How could you get cheaper and easier than that?
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Soggy;34307 said:I ran across this device that applies strong electro-magnetic fields to rearrange the polarity of bicarbonate ions in such a way that they no longer coagulate to form lime. It results in "softer" water where soap lathers easily.
An ad of the device here -> Limescale, lime scale problems, limescale remover– Scalewatcher
If my understanding serves me right, it causes calcium carbonate molecules to precipitate out of solution into very small particles that do not form lime. !?!
Anyone tried this? It sounds too good to be true. hehehe
Patchworks;34207 said:Ok guys, I found this thread after looking on the Internet for a solution to my high KH!!!
I'm a DIY'er so I'm interested in this method of using HCL (8% Pool Acid) to lower the HK.
Tom, I found a post on APC for a while back where you seemed to not like the idea of using HCL, but the post was from 2006 I think.
Also, here is an article about how to do it safely and dosing instructions and such for a KOI pond.
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Anyway, I'm not interested in hearing everyone's "You will burn your arm off" comments. I'm more interested in hearing from anyone who has used this method successfully!!!
Thanks,
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ccLansman;34315 said:Your going to burn you and your fishes faces off..
"Concentrated hydrochloric acid (fuming hydrochloric acid) forms acidic mists. Both the mist and the solution have a corrosive effect on human tissue, with the potential to damage respiratory organs, eyes, skin, and intestines. Upon mixing hydrochloric acid with common oxidizing chemicals, such as sodium hypochlorite (bleach, NaClO) or permanganate (KMnO4), the toxic gas chlorine is produced. Personal protective equipment such as rubber or PVC gloves, protective eye goggles, and chemical-resistant clothing and shoes are used to minimize risks when handling hydrochloric acid.[1]
The hazards of solutions of hydrochloric acid depend on the concentration. The following table lists the EU classification of hydrochloric acid solutions.[16]"
Why in the world would you even think of adding this junk to an aquarium? Get two 7 gal buckets from walmart for 6 bucks, go to a cheap water unit outside a super market and be done with it...