{"product_id":"api-quick-testing-strips-5-in-1-4-pack","title":"API Quick Testing Strips 5 in 1 - 4 pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive readings, one dip, four strips to try it.\u003c\/strong\u003e API 5-in-1 Test Strips read pH, KH, GH, nitrite and nitrate from a single dip in under a minute. This 4-strip pack is the trial size — enough for a first look at a new tank, or to try the format before buying the 25-count tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive parameters in one dip\u003c\/strong\u003e — pH, carbonate hardness (KH), general hardness (GH), nitrite and nitrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResults in under a minute\u003c\/strong\u003e — GH and KH read immediately, pH, nitrite and nitrate after 30 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo drops or vials\u003c\/strong\u003e — dip, swirl, read against the chart on the tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and saltwater\u003c\/strong\u003e — pH, nitrite and nitrate are calibrated for both; GH and KH are freshwater figures (see below).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4 strips per pack, about $5.16 per test\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 25-count tube works out considerably cheaper per test for anyone testing regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDip the strip into the aquarium and swirl twice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove horizontally, pads facing up, without shaking off the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead GH and KH immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait 30 seconds, then read pH, nitrite and nitrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare each pad to the colour chart on the tube, in good light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAPI (Mars Fishcare)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMeasures\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH, KH, GH, nitrite, nitrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003epH range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0 – 9.0 (fresh and saltwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKH range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 240 ppm (freshwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGH range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 180 ppm (freshwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNitrite range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 10 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNitrate range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 – 200 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTime to result\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImmediate (GH, KH); 30 seconds (pH, nitrite, nitrate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTests per pack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFreight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e a quick first check on a new or unfamiliar tank, or trying the 5-in-1 format before committing to a bigger pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e a routine weekly testing schedule — four strips run out fast. See \u003ca href=\"\/products\/api-quick-testing-strips-5-in1-25-pack\"\u003eAPI 5-in-1 Test Strips, 25 pack\u003c\/a\u003e for ongoing use, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/api-freshwater-master-multi-test-kit-5-in-1\"\u003eAPI Freshwater Master Multi Test Kit\u003c\/a\u003e for lab-grade liquid results on the same five parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a consumable test kit, so no manufacturer warranty period applies. That does not affect your rights under Australian Consumer Law: if the product is faulty, unsafe or not as described, you are entitled to a remedy. Ships as standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this the same test as the 25-pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — identical strips and parameters, just four to a pack instead of 25.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo the GH and KH readings work in saltwater?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. API calibrates the GH and KH pads on this strip for freshwater. In saltwater, rely on pH, nitrite and nitrate from this strip and use a dedicated salinity and alkalinity test for hardness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs nitrite zero always the target?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — in an established, cycled aquarium nitrite should read zero. Any reading above that points to an incomplete nitrogen cycle or overstocking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242294493475,"sku":"BA2035","price":20.65,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/api-quick-testing-strips-5-i-43875857006883.webp?v=1790239780","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/api-quick-testing-strips-5-in-1-4-pack","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}