{"product_id":"ntl-nh3-ammonia-test-kit-40-tests","title":"NTL NH3 Ammonia Test Kit - 40 Tests","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"text-2xl font-bold mt-1 text-text-100\"\u003eNTL LABS NH3 Ammonia Test Kit - Professional Water Quality Testing\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eProtect Your Fish with the NTL NH3 Ammonia Test Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eMaintain a healthy aquarium environment with the NTL NH3 precision ammonia test kit. Ammonia is the primary toxic waste produced by fish metabolism and decomposing organic matter, making regular testing crucial for fish health and survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003eWhy Test for Ammonia?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAmmonia is an invisible killer in aquarium water. This colourless, odourless compound builds up from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eFish waste and metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eDecomposing uneaten food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eDecaying plant matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eWhile you can't see or smell ammonia, even small amounts are extremely dangerous to fish. Beneficial bacteria in your filter naturally convert ammonia to less harmful nitrite, but testing ensures this process is working effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003eSafe Ammonia Levels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Level: 0 mg\/L (0 ppm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eZero ammonia should be maintained at all times. Any detectable ammonia indicates a problem requiring immediate attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003eWhat to Do If Ammonia is Detected\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Levels (0.2 mg\/L):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAdd biological filter booster or starter bacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eMonitor closely over next 24-48 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigher Levels (0.5-1.0 mg\/L):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003ePerform immediate 25% water change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAdd ammonia neutralizer to filter compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eTest additional parameters (pH, KH, nitrite)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDangerous Levels (Above 1.0 mg\/L):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eEmergency 50% water change required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAdd ammonia remover immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eConsider temporary relocation of fish if levels persist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003eHow to Use the NTL NH3 Test Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eEnsure the test tube is clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eTake a 5 ml sample of water into the test tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAdd 5 drops of the reagent Ammonia 1, 5 drops of Ammonia 2 and 5 drops of Ammonia 3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eReplace the test tube cap and shake thoroughly. Wait 10 minutes, then compare the colour of the sample to the colour scale provided. Zero ammonia is represented by a yellow colour. Any hint of green in the sample indicates the presence of ammonia in the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThis test kit reports concentration in terms of nitrogen (NH3-N) to be compatible with reported safe concentrations as they apply to fish and plants. If you are interested in knowing the ionic concentration of the measured parameter, multiply your result by 1.21 (NH3-N).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-8 mg\/L (ppm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 mg\/L increments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResults Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e NH3-N (nitrogen-based measurement)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConversion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiply by 1.21 for ionic NH3 concentration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-1.5\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eNew fish pond setup monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eAquaponics and Sandponics systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eRegular maintenance testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eEmergency troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eProfessional aquaculture management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnsure your fish thrive with accurate, reliable ammonia testing. Order your NTL NH3 Ammonia Test Kit today for peace of mind and healthy aquatic life.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NTL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49092364959979,"sku":"NTL-NH3","price":280.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/8100\/8107\/files\/NTL0001-e1748849431946_-_Edited__26214.1757923018.1280.1280.png?v=1784731013","url":"https:\/\/myaquaponics.co.za\/products\/ntl-nh3-ammonia-test-kit-40-tests","provider":"Myaquaponics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}