Davey Microlene Acquasafe Test Strips - 10 Pack, Tank Water Monitoring NZ

If you use Davey Microlene Acquasafe to disinfect your rainwater tank, these test strips are how you confirm it is still working. Acquasafe protection breaks down over time and is diluted every time new rainwater enters the tank. Without testing, there is no way to know whether your tank water is still protected or whether it is time to re-dose.

Each strip measures the residual hydrogen peroxide level in your tank water. A result within the effective range means your Acquasafe treatment is holding. A low reading means it is time to top up. Simple, quick, and no equipment needed.

Sold as a 10-pack. Compatible with Davey Microlene Acquasafe in all sizes (1L, 5L, and 25L).

Key Features

• Measures the Acquasafe hydrogen peroxide residual in tank water
• Tells you when your tank needs re-dosing
• No equipment needed, results in seconds
• Compatible with Acquasafe AS-1, AS-5, and AS-25
• 10 strips per pack
• Essential for anyone using Acquasafe for ongoing tank water treatment

FAQs

How long do the test strips last once opened?

Keep the pack sealed when not in use and store it somewhere cool and dry. Exposure to air, moisture, or heat can degrade the strips over time, so a pack left open for many months may give less reliable readings even if it looks unused.

How do I read the test strip result?

Dip the strip briefly into a sample of your tank water, then compare the colour change against the reference chart included with the pack. The colour indicates the hydrogen peroxide residual level, which tells you whether the water is still adequately protected.

How many tests will one pack cover me for?

With 10 strips per pack, that generally covers a household through several months of routine testing plus a few extra checks after rainfall events, depending on how often you choose to test.

Do I need to test at a specific time of day, or straight after dosing?

Testing anytime is fine for routine checks. If you've just re-dosed with Acquasafe, wait until the required contact time has passed before testing; otherwise, the reading won't reflect the treatment settling into the tank.

Can I use these strips to check water quality for reasons other than Acquasafe residual, like general safety?

No. These strips are built specifically to read hydrogen peroxide levels from Acquasafe, not to assess broader water safety or contamination. For a full picture of your tank water quality, a proper water test kit is the right tool.