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saltintheeyes
July 21st, 2006, 02:13 PM
Just wondering if anyone out there uses these water jugs for storing their RO/DI water? Are these safe enough to use for a reef tank? Thanks!
twizttid1
July 21st, 2006, 02:32 PM
If they're safe enough for potable water, it's safe enough for our tanks. I use 'em to store my top-up water...
saltintheeyes
July 21st, 2006, 02:37 PM
I use 'em to store my top-up water...

Perfect! That's exactly what I want to use them for. As always, thanks Twiz!
ajx22
July 21st, 2006, 03:05 PM
Just look at the factors of something being FOOD GRADE - if it's FOOD GRADE - then it can't leach (this is the reason it's rated as safe for food).

Do keep in mind that when storing RO or RO/DI water - you have to realize that all the additives that were placed in the water to prevent algae/etc. have been removed - and as such, the water can go bad quickly if not kept SEALED.

HTH,