DIY Kalk Doser - Frag Outpost Forums - Coral Propagation and Reef Aquarium Forums

Patrick J · 11-18-2004, 10:14 AM

I'm currently using this DIY, so far its been working, its easy and its really 5 dollars. I modded mine differntly though. Ill see how it works and Ill suggest my mod to this DIY.

FragOutpost · 11-18-2004, 10:56 AM

The problem with this diy dripper is that over time the valve will become clogged up with calcium deposits and need to be cleaned with vinegar.

Someone on another board suggested that instead of placing the valve where the kalk comes out of, you could place it on the short piece of tubing where the air inlet is. This way you limit the amount of air that is able to enter the gallon jug, thus eliminating the need to clean the valve due to clogging. I have yet to try it, though.

I'm interested to hear about any improvements you might have.

I have made an extra one of these drippers for drip acclimating new fish and/or corals.

Patrick J · 11-24-2004, 12:32 AM

I read this and it settled all my fears for dosing kalk!

This is the little mod i did to mine.

This way i dont have to clean the little plastic piece all the time and this tube will clean easier.

http://www.fragoutpost.com/forums/at...mentid=9&stc=1

beanpole209 · 12-01-2004, 01:38 AM

do they still make ball pickling lime ?

FragOutpost · 12-01-2004, 07:32 AM

The company that manufacturers Ball's pickeling lime, http://www.alltrista.com/, no longer makes it. It is a shame since my local grocery stores used to carry it.

An alternative option is to try Mrs. Wages: http://mrswages.com/.
Mrs. Wages is supposedly sold at Wal-Mart and Target stores, but I have been unable to find it at my local stores.

lwalcott · 12-02-2004, 02:49 PM

I have been using Mrs. Wages for over 2 years now and love it. I buy mine at Wal-Mart. Sometimes it is hard to find until canning season.

mjsnook · 05-24-2006, 08:18 AM

This may be a stupid question but here goes: "What is the purpose of the pickling lime?"