{"product_id":"aquaforest-component-3in1","title":"Component 3in1 — All-in-One Balling Reef Dosing 500 ml to 2,000 ml - Aquaforest","description":"\u003ch2\u003eComponent 3in1 — Aquaforest's all-in-one Balling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent 3in1\u003c\/strong\u003e is Aquaforest's simplified Balling formula: a single solution combining highly concentrated calcium, KH, magnesium and trace elements, in proportions aligned with corals' needs. Available in \u003cstrong\u003e500 ml, 1,000 ml and 2,000 ml\u003c\/strong\u003e — pick your size right on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach liter of 3in1 delivers 40,000 mg of Ca, 1,900 mg of Mg and 5,800° KH per the official sheet. At the starting dose of 5 ml\/100 L, Aquaforest quantifies the effect at roughly +2 mg\/L of calcium and +0.095 mg\/L of magnesium — a useful order of magnitude when planning a dose increase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich tanks 3in1 is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstablished 100-300 L reef tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e — a stable Balling routine with predictable consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReefers who want fewer manipulations\u003c\/strong\u003e — one bottle instead of the A\/B\/C trio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLPS tanks with steady growth\u003c\/strong\u003e — a regular dose without frequent adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft corals and mixed reefs\u003c\/strong\u003e — macro + trace element balance in one motion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich size: 500 ml, 1 L or 2 L?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e500 ml\u003c\/strong\u003e to try the method or for a nano; the \u003cstrong\u003e1 L\u003c\/strong\u003e for a mid-size tank in routine; the \u003cstrong\u003e2 L\u003c\/strong\u003e costs the least per liter — the pick for an established tank with regular consumption, with months of autonomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOfficial dosage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 ml per 100 L of tank water per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 ml per 100 L per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffect quantified by Aquaforest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 ml in 100 L ≈ +2 mg\/L of calcium and +0.095 mg\/L of magnesium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e watch the KH level and increase the dose if needed; wait at least 5 h after dosing for reliable Ca and KH tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1-2 ml per 100 L steps, week by week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3in1 contains organic calcium salts: it also acts as a carbon source in the marine aquarium and may indirectly contribute to lowering nutrients (NO3 and PO4) — Aquaforest recommends monitoring these parameters regularly. Safety (calcium diformate): causes serious eye damage — wear protective gloves and eye protection, keep out of the reach of children; product for aquarium use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquaforest (Poland)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 ml, 1,000 ml and 2,000 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e single solution of Ca + KH + Mg + trace elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e stabilized reef tanks, LPS, soft corals, mixed reefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Aquaforest at ReefSolution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aquaforest-component-1-2-3-15000ml\"\u003eComponents 1+2+3+ 3×5 L\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the switch to the classic three-part Balling once consumption exceeds 25 ml\/100 L\/day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aquaforest-magnesium-test-pro\"\u003eMagnesium Test Pro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Mg test to run periodically to confirm 3in1 is holding magnesium over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does a 2 L bottle last on a 200 L tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the starting dose of 5 ml\/100 L (10 ml\/day on 200 L), the 2 L bottle covers 200 days (about 6.5 months). At an intermediate dose of 15 ml\/100 L (30 ml\/day), it lasts about 66 days — and the 1 L, half of that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes 3in1 replace classic three-bottle Balling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a tank with moderate consumption, yes — that's exactly its role: the three elements in fixed proportions, one bottle. Once consumption exceeds the maximum dose of 25 ml\/100 L\/day, Aquaforest points to the 1+2+3+ trio, which lets you adjust each element separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I store the 2 L bottle for a long time once opened?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the contents are stable at room temperature, away from direct light and tightly capped. Aquaforest doesn't publish a use-by window after opening, but 6-8 months of use hasn't shown issues on the tanks we follow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaforest","offers":[{"title":"2 000 ml","offer_id":45717114290347,"sku":"AF4790","price":79.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 ml","offer_id":47559967899819,"sku":"AF5506","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 000 ml","offer_id":47559967932587,"sku":"AF4783","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/7108\/1899\/files\/355E3D9E-9E4E-4F90-86BC-2E894E2C15A2_4_5005_c.jpg?v=1760110304","url":"https:\/\/reefsolution.com\/en\/products\/aquaforest-component-3in1","provider":"Reef Solution","version":"1.0","type":"link"}