{"product_id":"aquavitro-synthesis","title":"AquaVitro Synthesis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA concentrated nitrogen top-up for planted tanks running short.\u003c\/strong\u003e AquaVitro Synthesis is a concentrated liquid nitrogen source for freshwater planted aquariums, delivering 30,000 mg\/L of nitrogen across three forms — organic, nitrate and ammoniacal. Dosed at 5 mL per 680 L, up to twice weekly or as needed, it tops up nitrogen for plants that are drawing it down faster than the tank supplies it naturally. Sold here in 150 mL and 350 mL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated nitrogen source\u003c\/strong\u003e — 30,000 mg\/L total nitrogen, supplied as roughly 50% organic (urea), 25% nitrate and 25% ammoniacal nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall, precise doses\u003c\/strong\u003e — 5 mL treats 680 L; the included pipette holds 1 mL when filled to the base of the bulb, for scaling doses down in smaller tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with activate\u003c\/strong\u003e — dosed alongside AquaVitro activate at the same rate, the two combine for a 5:1 nitrogen-to-phosphorus ratio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnder a cent per litre\u003c\/strong\u003e — both pack sizes work out to under 1c per litre of aquarium water treated; see \"Which size do I need?\" below for the numbers side by side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater, planted-tank specific\u003c\/strong\u003e — formulated for the nitrogen demands of a growing planted aquarium, not as a general-purpose water conditioner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater planted-tank nitrogen supplement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNitrogen concentration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30,000 mg\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNitrogen forms\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~50% organic (urea), ~25% nitrate, ~25% ammoniacal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 mL per 680 L, up to twice weekly or as needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEffect per dose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+0.24 mg\/L total nitrogen; ~+0.25 mg\/L nitrate reading immediately after dosing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater (planted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack sizes stocked\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 mL, 350 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLitres treated per pack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCost per litre treated\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20,400 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 1c per litre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47,600 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder 1c per litre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth sizes land under a cent per litre of aquarium water treated, and on a strict per-litre basis the 150 mL works out fractionally cheaper than the 350 mL. Pack size comes down to how often you want to reorder rather than a bulk-buy saving. aquavitro also makes 1 L and 4 L sizes; this store currently stocks 150 mL and 350 mL only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage and directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDose 5 mL per 680 L (180 US gallons) of aquarium water, up to twice a week or as needed, based on how quickly your plants are using nitrogen. Use the graduated pipette provided — filled to the base of the bulb it measures 1 mL, useful for scaling the dose down in smaller tanks. For a more complete feed, dose AquaVitro activate at the same rate for a 5:1 nitrogen-to-phosphorus ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for freshwater planted aquariums where plants are actively using nitrogen — typically moderate-to-high light, CO2-supplemented setups draw it down fastest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable as a stand-alone complete fertiliser — Synthesis supplies nitrogen only, not phosphorus, potassium or micronutrients, so it needs pairing with the rest of a dosing range for a full feeding programme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot formulated for reef or marine systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA concentrated product — dose into an area of good flow rather than directly onto plants or livestock. Adding nitrogen faster than plants can use it can fuel algae growth, so increase doses gradually and test rather than dosing to a fixed schedule regardless of readings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by the standard consumer guarantees under Australian Consumer Law, in addition to any manufacturer assurance. Standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes Synthesis contain phosphorus or potassium?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — despite the name, Synthesis is a nitrogen-only source. Dose AquaVitro activate alongside it for phosphorus, at the same rate, for a 5:1 nitrogen-to-phosphorus ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much does one dose raise my nitrate reading?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer figures show a 5 mL dose per 680 L raises total nitrogen by about 0.24 mg\/L, showing as roughly a 0.25 mg\/L nitrate increase straight after dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I dose?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to twice a week, or as needed based on how quickly your plants are drawing nitrogen down — test rather than dosing on a fixed schedule regardless of results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the 350 mL better value than the 150 mL?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot on a per-litre-treated basis — both work out to under a cent per litre, with the 150 mL fractionally ahead. Choose based on how often you want to reorder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use Synthesis in a marine or reef tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's formulated for freshwater planted aquariums and isn't intended for reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaVitro","offers":[{"title":"150 mL","offer_id":55250156192035,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"350 mL","offer_id":55250156224803,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/aquavitro-synthesis-150ml-3000743-1600_ca83c4be-8ad1-4bd5-9e1f-92c73a3dc801.jpg?v=1781837896","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/aquavitro-synthesis","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}