Sera Iron test (Fe)

The sera Fe test is a water test for checking the iron content in the fresh and saltwater aquarium, as well as in the garden pond.

Determine water values
pH value, carbonate hardness (KH), ammonium and nitrite are among the most important water parameters. Extreme deviations from the target values can suddenly become an acute danger to life. Whenever the appearance or behaviour of the fish is conspicuous, or other peculiarities (eg sudden dying of aquatic plants) in the aquarium are noticeable, the basic water values should be checked first. For routine control, the easy-to-use test strips can be used. For more accurate results, we recommend the test of the sera aqua-test box in a sturdy plastic case. Total hardness, nitrate, nitrite, phosphate, iron, copper, chlorine, silicate and oxygen should be known to the experienced aquarist as averages in his aquarium. Checking these values every now and then is usually enough. If suspected (eg poisoning, algae problems, shortness of breath) these parameters should be examined more closely.

Iron is one of the most important micronutrients for aquatic plants. Too little iron is detrimental to them, but too much iron can damage the fish. Not every type of iron can be used by the plants, so iron contained in tap water can be disadvantageous. Yellowed plant leaves (iron chlorosis) are clear signs of iron deficiency. Values higher than 0.5 mg / l are harmful to fish and plants.

Our expert Oliver Knott recommends:

With the sera Fe test, you can check your iron content quickly and very precisely using a drop test!