Tropic Marin Original Balling Components

Tropic Marin’s Original Balling Components are the three salt components used in the Balling method for independent calcium, alkalinity, and trace element dosing.

Features:

Salt for supply of calcium using the Balling method

Tropic Marin Original Balling Components are the 3 salt components used in the Balling method and allow an independent dosage of calcium and carbonates adapted to each individual aquarium. The three part method adds calcium chloride dihydrate (part A) and sodium carbonate/sodium bicarbonate (part B), while the addition of sodium chloride free sea salt (part C) maintains the crucial ionic balance in the aquarium water. This balanced calcium dosage creates the best conditions for good growth of corals and coralline algae and avoids the inevitable decrease of important elements seen in two part methods.

Set ABC: - 3 x 1 kg incl. part A, B and C.

Benefits:

How to use:

Dissolve the quantities of the salts separately, as indicated below, in individual containers of reverse osmosis water. The resulting solutions are then ready to use. Dose equal quantities of the separate solutions daily or varying quantities of each separate solution to achieve the recommended levels in the aquarium. These separate solutions are very stable and can be stored indefinitely. The use of highly purified salts of pharmaceutical quality guarantees the resulting solutions are clear and pure.

Dosage:
30 ml / 1 fl. Oz of each solution raise the calcium concentration of 10 US-gal./35 l by 15 mg/l (ppm) calcium and 2.2 °dH. The maximum recommended dose is 60 ml / 2 fl. oz. of each solution per 10 US-gal./35 l per day.

Salt needed for 1 US-Gal. solution:
Calcium chloride dihydrate (part A): 288 g / 12 scoops
Sodium carbonate/sodium bicarbonate (part B): 286 g / 16 scoops
Sodium chloride free sea salt (part C): 91 g / 4 scoops

Salt needed for 5 L solution:
Calcium chloride dihydrate (part A): 380 g / 0.84 lb. / 16 scoops
Sodium carbonate/sodium bicarbonate (part B): 378 g / 0.83 lb. / 21 scoops
Sodium chloride free sea salt (part C): 120 g / 0.26 lb. / 5 scoops

Concentration of solution:
Calcium chloride dihydrate (part A): 20.000 mg/l (ppm) Ca
Sodium carbonate/sodium bicarbonate (part B): 2800° dKH/l
Sodium chloride free sea salt (part C): 3350 mg/l Mg; 980 mg/l K

Recommended concentration in the aquarium:
Calcium chloride dihydrate (part A): 400 – 450 mg/l (ppm) Ca
Sodium carbonate/sodium bicarbonate (part B): 6 – 9° dKH
Sodium chloride free sea salt (part C): 1250 – 1400 mg/l Mg; 375 – 400 mg/l K

For an additional trace element supply, we recommend Tropic Marin^® K+ Elements and A- Elements.

Freshness & Storage

Every batch we dispatch carries a minimum of 6 months' remaining shelf life. Store this product in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, with the cap or inner foil closed tightly after each use.

Returns & Replacement

Returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery, provided the item is unused and in its original packaging. Manufacturer-sealed items cannot be returned once the seal is broken, and sale-priced items are not refundable.

If your item arrives defective or damaged, message us on WhatsApp with your order number — or email us, if you would rather — and we will replace it. Approved replacements are delivered within 3 to 5 business days. Transit damage is covered by insurance on every shipment. If tracking shows delivered but nothing reached you, tell us within 72 hours, which is the reporting window Indian couriers allow. Damage caused during installation or use is not covered; replacement spares for such cases are chargeable.

Full terms are on our Cancellation & Returns page.