{"product_id":"seachem-axolotl-buffer","title":"Seachem Axolotl Buffer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeachem Axolotl Buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e locks your water into the gentle, slightly alkaline range axolotls thrive in. It adjusts and holds pH between 7.4 and 7.6 whether your tap water starts too high or too low, and softens overly hard water by precipitating excess calcium and magnesium. Used with a good conditioner, it takes the guesswork out of axolotl water chemistry and rounds out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003ewater care and treatments\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhat It Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:4px 0 12px;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolds pH at 7.4 to 7.6\u003c\/strong\u003e, the sweet spot axolotls need for healthy skin and gills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrects from either direction\u003c\/strong\u003e, nudging a high or low starting pH toward the target and keeping it there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftens hard water\u003c\/strong\u003e by precipitating excess calcium and magnesium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe to dose anytime\u003c\/strong\u003e, add it directly to the tank with your axolotl in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with a conditioner\u003c\/strong\u003e for a complete, worry-free water routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 5 mL (one capful) per 2.5 US gallons (10 L) twice a week, or as needed to hold your pH between 7.4 and 7.6. It can be added directly to the aquarium at any time. Very hard water may call for a double or triple dose to reach the target range. Test your pH regularly and adjust the dose to keep it steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0 12px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;width:40%;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSeachem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMade For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAxolotls and other freshwater amphibians\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003epH buffer and water softener\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTarget pH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e7.4 to 7.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e5 mL per 2.5 gallons, twice a week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAdd With Fish Present\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e250 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:4px 0 12px;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-axolotl-conditioner\"\u003eSeachem Axolotl Conditioner\u003c\/a\u003e removes chlorine and detoxifies ammonia, the perfect partner for this buffer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/drtims-one-and-only-axolotl-2oz-live-nitrifying-bacteria\"\u003eDrTim's One and Only for Axolotls\u003c\/a\u003e seeds the beneficial bacteria that keep ammonia in check.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/sera-axolotl-wafers-40g-soft-sinking-staple-food\"\u003eSera Axolotl Wafers\u003c\/a\u003e are a soft sinking staple food adult axolotls readily take.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/axolotl-wild-type\"\u003eBrowse our live axolotls\u003c\/a\u003e to find your next aquatic companion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pH do axolotls need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAxolotls do best between 7.4 and 7.6. This buffer is formulated to reach and hold exactly that range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy tap water is very hard. Will this help?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Axolotl Buffer softens hard water by precipitating excess calcium and magnesium while it sets the pH. Very hard water may need a slightly larger dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe to add with my axolotl in the tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It can be dosed directly into the aquarium at any time; make large pH corrections gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I still need a conditioner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The buffer sets pH and hardness but does not remove chlorine or ammonia, so pair it with Axolotl Conditioner.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48257171063003,"sku":"8146","price":6.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/8146-AxolotlBuffer-250mL.png?v=1770992287","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-axolotl-buffer","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}