- Sku: 3000008US
- Vendor: ATI
ATI ICP Lab Analysis Standard
The ATI ICP Lab Analysis Standard is ATI's entry-level mail-in seawater analysis, run entirely by ICP-OES at the ATI lab in Germany. It measures a wide range of values with high accuracy and medium detection limits, making it an easy, affordable way to start ICP testing. Return shipping is included.
What it measures
- Salinity
- Major elements: sodium, calcium, chloride, magnesium, sulfur, potassium, bromine, strontium, boron
- Trace elements: arsenic, barium, beryllium, chromium, cobalt, iron, iodine, copper, lithium, manganese, molybdenum, nickel, selenium, silver, silicon, vanadium, zinc, tin
- Pollutants: aluminum, antimony, bismuth, cadmium, lanthanum, thallium, titanium, tungsten, mercury
- Phosphate / phosphorus
Why Standard
- Solid basic analysis that records many parameters reliably and accurately
- Professional lab analysis at an entry-level price
- Need nitrate, fluorine, alkalinity or an RO water check? Step up to the ICP Lab Analysis Pro
How it works
- Register at lab.atiaquaristik.com, create an aquarium profile and scan the QR code to activate the analysis
- Fill the sample tube with aquarium water (and RO water, where the analysis includes it)
- Apply the barcodes and send the sample to the return address provided
- Status updates and your results arrive by email
Which ATI analysis do I need?
| Standard | Pro | Ultimate MS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | ICP-OES | ICP-OES, ion chromatography, titration | ICP-MS, ICP-OES, ion chromatography, titration |
| Salinity, major elements, phosphate | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| OES trace elements and pollutants | Yes (medium detection limits) | Yes (medium detection limits) | Yes, double-validated by ICP-OES and ICP-MS |
| Nitrate and fluorine | No | Yes | Yes |
| Alkalinity (KH) | No | Yes | Yes |
| RO water analysis | No | Yes | Yes |
| MS trace elements and MS pollutants | No | No | Yes (ultra-trace range) |
| ATI's summary | Solid basic analysis for the price-conscious user | Comprehensive analysis with all important parameters | Most comprehensive, including all pollutants and ultra-trace elements |
About ATI lab testing
ATI's lab in Germany, headed by Dr. Ben Funk, uses professional ICP-OES, ICP-MS, ion chromatography and titration equipment, choosing the most suitable method for each parameter. ATI positions lab analysis as far more accurate and consistent than standard hobby test kits, and it covers many elements a hobby kit can't measure. Correct what the report shows with the matching ATI ICP Element supplements.
Specifications
| Brand | ATI |
| Method | ICP-OES |
| Pack sizes | 1, 3 or 6 tests |
| Return shipping | Included |
| Lab | ATI lab, Germany |
| Water type | Saltwater and reef |
| UPCs | 4260216216848, 4260216216855, 4260216216862 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is return shipping included? Yes, this is the version with return shipping.
How do I get results? You receive status updates and results by email after registering at lab.atiaquaristik.com.
Does it test nitrate or alkalinity? No. Those are in the Pro and Ultimate MS analyses.
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