{"product_id":"seachem-discus-trace","title":"Seachem Discus Trace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrace elements matter for discus colour and condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e Discus Trace is a sodium-free trace element supplement from Seachem, formulated to replenish the broad range of trace elements that fish draw from both food and their environment. These elements are naturally depleted over time through utilisation, oxidation and precipitation, so regular dosing helps maintain the conditions discus and other soft-water fish need to thrive. It is suited to discus tanks and planted discus tanks alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad-spectrum trace elements\u003c\/strong\u003e — replenishes trace elements demonstrated to be necessary for proper fish health and growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium-free formula\u003c\/strong\u003e — contains no added sodium, making it suitable for discus and other soft-water species that are sensitive to salt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not disturb water chemistry\u003c\/strong\u003e — contains no buffering agents or acids, so it will not alter pH or KH, and does not carry enough mineral concentration to affect GH under ordinary use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple twice-weekly dosing\u003c\/strong\u003e — one capful (5 mL) per 80 L, added directly to the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with other Seachem freshwater products\u003c\/strong\u003e — can be used alongside products such as Flourish, Flourish Trace, Fresh Trace, Cichlid Trace and Gold Trace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater formulation\u003c\/strong\u003e — developed specifically for freshwater aquariums and the needs of cichlids such as discus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrace element supplement for freshwater aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormulated for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscus and other cichlids; suitable for general freshwater and planted community tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium content\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium-free formula\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater only — not for saltwater or reef aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEffect on pH\/GH\/KH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo significant effect under ordinary dosing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mL, 500 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage and directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater volume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 L (20 US gallons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 capful (5 mL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwice weekly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScale the dose in proportion to your aquarium volume and add directly to the tank. Seachem recommends pairing dosing with water changes of around 30 percent of tank volume or less, so livestock are not exposed to sudden shifts in water parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for \/ not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenerally safe for:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater community fish, freshwater sharks, loaches, catfish, aquatic frogs and live plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse with caution (start with a reduced dose and build up gradually):\u003c\/strong\u003e scale-less fish, rays, eels, shrimp and snails. Discus Trace contains copper sulphate as one of its trace element sources; Seachem notes the copper concentration is low enough that a significant overdose, well beyond the recommended rate, would be needed to stress shrimp or snails, but caution is still advised for these more sensitive species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e saltwater or reef aquariums, corals, clams and other exotic marine invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanted tanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e compatible with planted aquariums, including those also treated with other Seachem trace or fertiliser products. If a tank is already dosed regularly with a dedicated plant trace supplement such as Flourish Trace, additional Discus Trace is typically unnecessary, as fish trace-element needs are usually met by the plant dosing as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDose 1 capful (5 mL) per 80 L of aquarium water, twice weekly, adding it directly to the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair dosing with a regular water-change routine, keeping changes to around 30 percent of tank volume or less per change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing more than two trace element supplements in the same aquarium is generally unnecessary — choose one product suited to your tank's needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty, support and Australian notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is covered by the consumer guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law. If you have any questions about suitability for your aquarium, contact Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium for guidance before dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs Seachem Discus Trace safe for shrimp and snails?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscus Trace contains a small amount of copper sulphate as a trace element source. Seachem notes that the copper level is low enough that a significant overdose would be required to stress shrimp or snails, but these species are still rated as needing caution, so start with a reduced dose and increase gradually while monitoring your livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use Discus Trace in a planted tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is compatible with planted aquariums. However, if you already dose a dedicated plant trace supplement such as Flourish Trace on a regular basis, adding Discus Trace as well is typically unnecessary, since the plant supplement generally provides sufficient trace elements for both plants and fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill Discus Trace affect my pH, GH or KH?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It contains no buffering agents or acids that would alter pH or KH, and does not contain a high enough concentration of minerals to affect GH under ordinary use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this product reef or marine safe?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Discus Trace is formulated exclusively for freshwater aquariums and the needs of cichlids such as discus. It is not suitable for saltwater or reef aquariums, corals, clams or other exotic marine invertebrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I dose Discus Trace?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard directions are 1 capful (5 mL) per 80 L (20 US gallons), dosed twice a week directly into the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use Discus Trace with other Seachem products?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it can be used alongside other Seachem freshwater products, including Flourish, Flourish Trace, Fresh Trace, Cichlid Trace and Gold Trace. 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