{"product_id":"atlantic-water-gardens-triton-ionizer-test-strips","title":"Atlantic Water Gardens Triton Ionizer Test Strips","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCopper Ion Level Verification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Atlantic Water Gardens Triton ionizer test strips allow pond keepers to quickly verify that their Triton, Triton2, or Triton3 ionizer is producing copper ions at the correct concentration for effective algae control. Test strips provide an immediate, colour-based reading of the dissolved copper ion level in the pond water — confirming that the ionizer is active, the anode is in good condition, and the copper level is within the target range for algae suppression without risk to fish or aquatic plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Testing Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn ionizer that is working correctly produces a consistent background copper level in the water. If the test strip shows zero or very low copper, the anode may be depleted, the ionizer may have lost power, or the flow rate through the ionizer may be too high. If the reading is above the safe range, the unit may need repositioning in a higher-flow area or the output setting may need reducing. Regular testing — every two to four weeks — catches these issues before they affect water quality or fish health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDip a strip in pond water for the time indicated on the packaging. Compare the colour result to the supplied colour scale. Record results in a maintenance log to track seasonal trends in ionizer performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible Ionizers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal Triton, Triton2, Triton3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMeasures\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDissolved copper ion concentration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResult Format\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour comparison against supplied scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTesting Frequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2–4 weeks during operating season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerifies active copper ion production by the Triton ionizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatches depleted anodes and flow issues before they affect water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with original Triton, Triton2, and Triton3 units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple colour-comparison result — no special tools or training needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Water Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52698365952319,"sku":"AT-TRION-TS","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/8260\/9215\/files\/atlantic-water-gardens-trion-ts-triton-ionizer-test-strips_625aaa59-21fe-409e-83c2-c7153b859734.webp?v=1775434636","url":"https:\/\/gardenpondusa.com\/products\/atlantic-water-gardens-triton-ionizer-test-strips","provider":"Ponds Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}