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How long to drip acclimate new fish
Calculate drip acclimation time + drops-per-second target for new fish. Especially important for sensitive species (wrasses, anthias, shrimp, snails).
Inputs
Enter values + click Calculate.
How it works
Step 1Target: 60-90 minutes for FW, 90-120 for SW invertebrates
Step 2Drip rate: 2-4 drops per second; double bag volume = end of cycle
Step 3Discard ~50% halfway, never return drip water to display