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Tank Cycling

Cycle a new tank: how to test, what to expect, what to log. Pairs with the Maintenance and Parameters areas. Reef Trak is available on iPhone, Android, and the web, and Tank Cycling connects with the rest of the aquarium record.

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What Tank Cycling does

Cycle a new tank: how to test, what to expect, what to log. Pairs with the Maintenance and Parameters areas.

  • Daily ammonia / nitrite / nitrate testing: Tank > Parameters > Add Measurement.
  • Set custom ranges so the dashboard alerts you when ammonia/nitrite drop to zero: Settings > Parameter Levels.
  • Log bottled-bacteria / bacteria-in-a-bottle dosing under Tank > Maintenance > Dosing > Products.
  • Cycle is generally complete when ammonia and nitrite read 0 ppm and you have a measurable nitrate level.
  • Tank profile lets you record commissioning date so cycle progress is visible in history.

How it fits the Reef Trak workflow

Reef Trak connects Tank Cycling with parameters, dosing, maintenance, livestock, equipment, photos, notes, calculators, and reports across iPhone, Android, and the WebPortal.

55+ tracked water parameters, including trace elements
Livestock and equipment records connected to tank history
Read-only controller and tester integrations
AI-ready Deep Dive exports using your selected AI tool

Related Reef Trak features

Dosing Log dosing, build dosing schedules, and browse dosing product guidance. Dosing Product Guide Browse dosing products and setup guidance for common reef chemistry goals. Dosing Schedules Create, edit, and track repeated dosing routines. Feeding Log feedings and create feeding schedules for daily or repeated routines. Feeding Schedules Create repeated feeding routines so recurring feedings do not live only in memory. Maintenance Track water changes, cleaning, testing, equipment care, feeding, and dosing routines.

Reef Trak FAQ

What is Tank Cycling in Reef Trak?

Cycle a new tank: how to test, what to expect, what to log. Pairs with the Maintenance and Parameters areas.

Is Tank Cycling included in the free Reef Trak experience?

Yes. Tank Cycling is included in the free Reef Trak core experience on iOS, Android, and the WebPortal.

Which devices support Tank Cycling?

Reef Trak runs natively on iPhone, iPad, and Android, with a full WebPortal at reeftrak.com. Tank Cycling is available across iPhone, iPad, Android, and the WebPortal.