What is included with the ph soil tester. Does it just have the ph tabs or is there also a test tube and soil test kit color chart.
1593150
The kit comes as a clear plastic box that can be used to test and there is a color chart on the box. We've been pleased with this purchase.
1593151
I could check better if I was at home. Currently out-of-town for a week. As I recall it was a pretty compete kit which I believe included the Test Tube and the related liquids to use. Wish I could be more certain.
1593152
It has everything needed for the pH testing. The tube, color chart, pipet, and indicator are all included.
1593153
It is a complete kit with the tester container and also an insert with the color chart.
1593154
all is included for the soil test. the ph tabs, the tube tester with color code built in it for readings
779219
The kit does NOT include testing materials for CYA. It's been my experience that unless you are doing a lot of water replacement in your pool (due to a leak, heavy usage, or maybe really significant evaporation) the CYA won't change that much over time. Once you get it to the level you want, then it will tend to stay there, at least for awhile. Trichlor tabs do add CYA to your pool and if you use them then your CYA level will creep up over time, eventually to a level that negates the chlorine effectiveness. Most pool shops will test (for free....) your CYA level if you take in a sample. There are inexpensive strips you can buy that include, as one of their tests, CYA ("Stabilizer"). For your average pool owner that doesn't want to get too deep into self testing, using the pool store's service along with the strips is probably good enough to keep track of your CYA levels. Or, you can invest in a better testing kit, like the Taylor K-2006 and have everything you need to test for chlorine, pH, Total Alkalinity, CYA, calcium, etc. A worthwhile expenditure in my opinion. Amazon has a good price on that kit.
501131
My advise, buy a solution,, 7.0 and a 4.01.., it does come with a storage solution which is a one time use. If you plan on using your ph meter every week or more your gonna want the solution. It's best to know your ph is on point all the time especially for certain plants.. you can get away with just one solution (7.0), I personal like to use to calibration solutions cause it gives you 2 different readings, that way you know your pen is on point,, some future advise, use 2 shot glasses and pour each cali solution in each,, that way to much isnt wasted in a cup, also if you put plastic wrap or something to top the shot glasses you can use that same solution for up to a month, that way your not constantly pouring new solution in your shot glasses everyday or week. They say you only calibrate once a month, thats false, you calibrate it when it needs it, I have this same pen and its ok, but I have to calibrate it every 2 weeks and I use it twice a week. Thats why its good to have those shot glasses on standby so you dont have to pour and waste more. Oh and when you put in shot glass just make sure it fills up enough to cover the whole rod which should be right above the slit (the opening to the right of the circle shape hole) which is like the halfway mark between the HM logo and bottom. All in all good luck and enjoy
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As far as I know, all bundles have same base nutes, 2 part or 3 part, each for veg & flower. Additional supplements are added as you climb the ladder & the price goes up. The ph control DOES work. Most items are pretty well known & can be purchased separately. If you are happy with the trio ur using...ain't broke... If you decide to try AN, make sure to mix/add part A & B separately.
755560
A standard litmus kit cannot accurately test the pH of water due to the chemical traces on the strip and the reaction process..... Seriously? Those chemical traces and the reaction process are EXACTLY how pH is determined. This is like saying a speedometer can not be used to measure speed because it measures distance traveled over time...... /smh
809884
Hi Mike, pH Dips have been designed to indicate whole number values for pH and you should easily be able to estimate 0.5 or half units as colors on the test strip may fall in between two whole numbers. I hope this helps. Thank you for your purchase.
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My strip were colored also. They do work. It is like the red ph liquid tester that only changes color when ph lower than 7.8 is present.
813296
Great name! Thanks for the question. The ph range is from 6.0-10(in the red) - end padThis test kit is nice and easy, tests for Bacteria, lead, pesticide, nitrates and PH. I have been testing evrey 2-3 months since I am in PA along the fracking belt and recently my township has converted to Philadelphia public water, no more well water. All the best!
1571257
Soil pH. pH is a measure of acidity or alkalinity. pH 7.0 is neutral, pH 4.5 is acidic, like vinger. pH 9.2 is alkaline or basic, like calcium carbonate in antiacids, e.g., Tums, or lime. Lawns and other plants grow best at certain pH's.
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This test has several capsules for each test you want to run. My soil was really depleted. So I tested the first time to see what it needed, and then added those nutrients, and a week later tested again. I used the recommendations on the instructions to "fix" the soil, and it worked really well. The kit is easy to us. Read the FULL INSTRUCTIONS on the inside. The short version does not work. It will take a few hours or even days for some, because you have to put the soil in "purified" water, and let the soil settle to the bottom and the liquid become as clear as possible. I bought these on Amazon and if I remember right paid less than $10 for the complete kit. It was cheaper that way. I love these tests. Hope this was helpful.
755559
A standard litmus kit cannot accurately test the pH of water due to the chemical traces on the strip and the reaction process.....Seriously? Those chemical traces and the reaction process are EXACTLY how pH is determined. This is like saying a speedometer can not be used to measure speed because it measures distance traveled over time...... /smh
501130
It came with enough to get started. You will need to purchase some additional storage solution and calibration fluid maybe within a month. The pH meter is very good at holding calibration.
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yes just this. how ever you should also use "PH Calibration Solution (PH 4.01)" to ensure your pH pen is set right.
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i have only used them for testing drinking water and they do not work. the ph level does not change colors. you should go to a home depot type store and get a soil testing kit from their garden department. i should have returned this product but since i forgot too now it's wasted money.
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It depends on the makeup of your soil. No one can really give a definitive answer unless they know what your soil is and what you intend to plant. You can get a free soil pH test from your Master Gardener office and while there they can tell you about your soil and how much water is needed for what kinds of plants.
201933
IDK which item # I received. My meter arrived with no sample strips and no lancet was included with the meter that I received. I received only the meter and a case. Luckily, I already had a lancet and strips and control solution. You can probably find a better deal with the same meter if you continue looking.
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This is a pretty good kit... I don't know much about lawns specifically but it tests soil so as long as what you are testing for is covered in the kit then this is a good buy.