The Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml is a premium trace and minor mineral supplement created specifically for discus and other soft‑water fish. In aquariums that use reverse osmosis (RO), deionised or very soft tap water, essential minerals are often stripped out or quickly removed by filtration and plant growth. This can leave sensitive species like discus lacking key elements they rely on for long‑term health.
Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml is formulated to safely restore those crucial minerals without adding unwanted phosphates, silicates or heavy metals, making it ideal for demanding freshwater setups.
Why Use Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml?
Over time, filtration, plants and regular water changes can deplete important trace elements. The Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml helps by:
- Replenishing minor and trace minerals in discus and soft‑water aquariums
- Supporting natural colour, vitality and overall health in sensitive species
- Providing a controlled mineral profile without gluconates, polygluconates or heavy metals
- Working perfectly with RO or purified water systems
While designed with discus in mind, Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml is also useful for other freshwater fish, including those from slightly harder water environments, when used as directed.
Ideal Use with RO and Purified Water
For best results, Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml is intended to be used with purified water:
- Start with RO, deionised or distilled water
- Reconstitute essential base minerals with a product such as Continuum Flora.Viv Reconstitute RO
- Adjust alkalinity and pH with a suitable buffer (e.g. Flora.Viv KH+) to match your fish’s needs
For discus, the recommended alkalinity range is approximately:
- 1.7–3.0 dKH (around 30–55 ppm carbonate hardness)
For general freshwater fish, alkalinity is typically raised to roughly double that value. Once your base hardness and buffering are set, Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml is used to restore the finer trace elements that standard buffers don’t cover.
Safe Mineral Supplementation for Sensitive Fish
The Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml is carefully formulated:
- Contains no heavy metals
- Contains no phosphates or silicates
- Free from gluconates and polygluconates
This makes it especially suitable for delicate species like discus, wild‑caught soft‑water fish and carefully balanced planted aquariums where excess nutrients or contaminants can quickly cause problems.
Directions for Use (Summary)
Always follow the label, but as a general guide:
- Shake Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml well before use
- Add approximately 1 capful (5ml) per 30 US gallons (114L) of aquarium water
- Dose around 2 times per week, or as required for your system
Advanced users can dose Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml via a drip system or automatic doser for more consistent delivery. Do not mix directly with buffers or alkalinity supplements before adding to the tank; dose them separately as part of your regular routine.
Compatibility & Resin Filtration Note
When using resins and other advanced filtration methods in discus or soft‑water tanks, care is needed. Some resin products recommend regeneration with chlorine bleach, which can be extremely dangerous for sensitive fish.
If you are running resin filtration alongside Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml, choose salt‑regenerable resins and avoid bleach‑based regeneration methods to keep your discus and other soft‑water fish safe.
Safety Information
As with all aquarium additives, handle Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml responsibly:
- Keep out of reach of children
- Not for human consumption
- If accidentally ingested, drink water
- If product contacts eyes, rinse thoroughly with clean water
Used correctly, Continuum Aquatics Discus Elements T 500ml is a powerful tool to help maintain stable, mineral‑balanced conditions for your discus and other soft‑water fish.
