Mixing reef salts

[Steve]

I have a box of IORC, Fritz and Brightwell salts. Considering using all three mixed together, but not sure if I should. Any thoughts or suggestions? I could make this last for quite a while and it would be the most consistent way instead of using one kind then the other, again any suggestions appreciated.

[Wall_Tank]

I mix salt, but let one mix before adding the next.

[delta1190]

 Question can you mix all three in the dry state before you add them to the water with that be OK

[Kenn]

I have a box of IORC, Fritz and Brightwell salts. Considering using all three mixed together, but not sure if I should. Any thoughts or suggestions? I could make this last for quite a while and it would be the most consistent way instead of using one kind then the other, again any suggestions appreciated.

You could make a small batch and test it.

[Steve]

I mix salt, but let one mix before adding the next.

Just curious as to what difference that makes?

 Also, Brightwell's sight suggests when switching from one salt to another, that you do it at 5% percent volume on a weekly basis. This seems a little extreme. I usually do between a 1/4 to 1/3 water volume change each time. How do you guys do it when switching salt brands? I have used Reef Crystals for several years now. I used to switch back and forth from Red Sea to IO or IORC with no issues, but it has been a while.

[lazylivin]

I don't feel there is issue with switching salt brands. As long as when you are doing a water change the salinity, alk and temperature are reasonably close to tank parameters. Same would be for using same salt during water change. Ponder this, when you buy a coral it comes from a different tank, different water, lights, flow etc...

[Steve]

Makes a lot of sense Brian. I always check my parameters when mixing fresh saltwater and adjust if necessary, I have just never tried mixing 3 different salts. Appreciate everybodies input.