Acid Buffer – Seachem

Non-Phosphate Buffer to Lower pH in your Aquarium

Acid Buffer is a non-phosphate buffer. This lowers pH and buffers with Alkaline Buffer. Both buffers are designed for the planted aquarium or for very hard water. In these aquarium environments, phosphate buffers can cause algae or cloudiness problem. Acid Buffer lowers pH. It also buffers between 5.0 and 8.0, when used with Alkaline Buffer. As Acid Buffer lowers pH, it converts carbonate alkalinity (KH) into available CO2. It may also be used to safely lower pH in marine water.

Acid Buffer does not contain phosphates. This distinguishesit from other buffers. This makes it ideal for the planted aquarium. In planted aquariums, excess phosphates can contribute to undesirable algae growth.