Component 3in1 1000ml — Aquaforest All-in-One Balling Reef Dosing

Aquaforest Component 3in1 1,000 ml — all-in-one Balling for mid-sized reef tanks

The Component 3in1 1,000 ml ships Aquaforest's Ca + KH + Mg + trace-elements recipe in a one-liter bottle, sized for 50-150 L reef tanks. One bottle, one daily dose, one dosing pump — the simplified Balling protocol for aquarists who want stable parameters without a triple-doser rig.

Each liter carries 40,000 mg of calcium, 1,900 mg of magnesium, and 5,800° of KH per the manufacturer sheet. The formula stays balanced across all three macros, which sets it apart from split Ca + KH dosing schemes that need tighter ionic tracking.

Which tank fits the 1 L format

• Reef tanks 50-150 L — with regular moderate-to-medium consumption.
• LPS and soft coral tanks — steady growth without extreme SPS draw.
• Recently started mixed-reef tanks — simplified Balling rig while waiting for SPS ramp-up.
• Hobbyists graduating from the 500 ml — mid-tier format with better autonomy.

Aquaforest official dosing

• Starting dose: 5 ml per 100 L of tank water per day.
• Maximum dose: 25 ml per 100 L per day — ceiling to respect.
• Effect: 5 ml in 100 L raises alkalinity by about 0.29 dKH.
• Testing: wait at least 5 h after dosing before Ca or KH testing.
• Spread: distribute the dose over 24 h with a dosing pump for maximum stability.

Parameter targets

• Calcium: 380-460 ppm (aim 420-440).
• Alkalinity: 7-9 dKH for SPS, 8-11 dKH for LPS and soft corals.
• Magnesium: 1,180-1,460 ppm (aim 1,300-1,400).

Specifications

• Brand: Aquaforest (Poland)
• Format: 1 L bottle
• Type: single Ca + KH + Mg + trace elements solution
• Compatibility: mixed-reef, LPS, soft coral tanks, Balling beginners

Why choose Aquaforest at ReefSolution

• Component 3in1 500 ml — the nano format for tanks under 50 L or first trial.
• Component 3in1 2,000 ml — the economy large format once consumption exceeds 200-300 ml per month.
• Alkalinity Test Pro — the essential KH test that drives 3in1 dose tuning.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a 1 L bottle last on a 100 L tank?

At the 5 ml/100 L starting dose, a 100 L tank draws 5 ml daily and a 1 L bottle lasts 200 days (about 6.5 months). At the 25 ml/100 L max dose, it lasts 40 days.

Can I switch straight from the 500 ml to the 1,000 ml?

Yes — strictly identical formula in both bottles. No dose adjustment needed, simply continue the current protocol while swapping containers.

Is 3in1 compatible with Aquaforest Components Strong?

Yes — Components Strong (A, B, C, K) brings concentrated trace elements that 3in1 doesn't cover at the same level. On a mature SPS tank, adding Components Strong usefully complements 3in1. On a soft coral or young LPS tank, it's not necessary.