biospira question

[michelet]

I set up a five gallon tank today and have the small container of Biospira to use on it. Question: Can I use half of the package now and refridgerate the rest of the package until later this week when I get my ten gallon set up, too? Or should I just not open the package until I have both tanks ready, and then add half to both? Does the contents of the package expire quickly after opening? I could swear I read somewhere it will keep, but now I can't find that info anywhere again.

Thanks so much for any advice!

 

[Mgamer20o0]

yes as long as you keep it cold it should be fine. i know it last longer then a week. i think i read somewhere 6 months but i could be just as wrong as right.

 

[Sammie7]

You are suppose to keep it refrigerated until you use it. It's probably no good now. http://www.marineland.com/products/mllabs/ML_biospira.asp Read the statement that says important in the box on the right.

 

[H3D]

Q: Does BIO-Spira® need to be refrigerated?
A: BIO-Spira® is an active bacteria culture. Refrigeration provides the optimal long-term storage. If BIO-Spira® is left out of the refrigerator at room-temperature, it will still perform at optimal conditions. However, it is best to return BIO-Spira® to refrigeration when possible. Use the following as a guide:
a. Long Term Storage (1 year): 50°F (10°C)
b. Mid Term Storage (6 months): 39°F-87°F (4°C-31°C)

Borrowed from:

http://www.marinelandlabs.com/cus_faq.asp#48
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[michelet]

The Biospira pack has been refridgerated and is still unopened. I bought it today at the lfs, out of their fridge, and home into my fridge. The question is whether I can open it, use half, and safely store the remainder until the other tank is set up or if it will go bad in a certain time frame after opening it.

 

[H3D]

The Biospira pack has been refridgerated and is still unopened. I bought it today at the lfs, out of their fridge, and home into my fridge. The question is whether I can open it, use half, and safely store the remainder until the other tank is set up or if it will go bad in a certain time frame after opening it.

Stored in this method it should last a couple of months at minimum.

 

[WeeNe858]

as long as you refrigerate it to slow the bacterias metbolism down then yes you can reuse it later.. just make sure to store it in a safe refrigerated area...

 

[maronov]

The Biospira pack has been refridgerated and is still unopened. I bought it today at the lfs, out of their fridge, and home into my fridge. The question is whether I can open it, use half, and safely store the remainder until the other tank is set up or if it will go bad in a certain time frame after opening it.

Yes, but make sure to seal it tightly and refrigerate after using it on the first tank.

 

[rohnds]

Make sure that the Bio Spira (or bacteria) doesn't actually freeze. In which case the bacteria will die.

Rohn