{"product_id":"ntlabs-optimus","title":"NTLabs - Optimus - Water Conditioner","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eNT Labs \u003cem data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eOptimus\u003c\/em\u003e (Latin for “the best”) is a premium, highly concentrated water conditioner designed to make tap water safe while providing powerful detoxification for harmful compounds. Optimus neutralises chlorine, chloramine, heavy metals, and rapidly detoxifies ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate—creating a safer, more stable environment for fish. Essential during aquarium setup and every water change, Optimus is also a key partner to Satus for fast, stress-free cycling and prevention of new tank syndrome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"705\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"705\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"838\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"838\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"735\"\u003ePowerful Detoxification\u003c\/strong\u003e – Neutralises ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate into safer forms that can be processed by the biofilter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"978\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"978\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eHighly Concentrated Dechlorinator\u003c\/strong\u003e – Removes chlorine, chloramine, halogens, and detoxifies harmful heavy metals found in tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003ePromotes Safe Aquarium Start-Up\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ideal for new aquariums and water changes; protects fish from harmful water chemistry swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eWorks Perfectly with Satus\u003c\/strong\u003e – Use together during cycling to control ammonia and nitrite levels effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003epH \u0026amp; Equipment Safe\u003c\/strong\u003e – Buffered formula will not adversely affect pH or protein skimmers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eFlexible Dosing\u003c\/strong\u003e – Safe for double or even emergency high-dose applications when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquarium water conditioner and toxin detoxifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e All freshwater aquariums and aquatic species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003ePrimary Functions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eRemoves chlorine, chloramine, halogens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eDetoxifies ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, \u0026amp; 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By combining dechlorination, heavy metal neutralisation, and comprehensive nitrogen detoxification in one concentrated formula, it ensures safer water conditions with every dose. Ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists, Optimus makes water changes worry-free and greatly enhances aquarium resilience—especially when paired with Satus for rapid, reliable cycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2986\" data-end=\"2989\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3003\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3003\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3188\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3068\"\u003eQ: Does Optimus remove or just detoxify ammonia and nitrite?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3071\"\u003eOptimus detoxifies ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate into forms your biofilter can safely process, reducing harm to fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3190\" data-end=\"3337\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3190\" data-end=\"3231\"\u003eQ: Should Optimus be used with Satus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3234\"\u003eYes. Together they provide rapid cycling, improved stability, and protection against new tank syndrome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3508\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3378\"\u003eQ: Is Optimus safe at higher doses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3378\" data-end=\"3381\"\u003eYes. It can be doubled for high chloramine levels and used up to 5× dose during nitrite emergencies. 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