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4/2/24, 2:49 PM Measurement of TDS in Water - Total Dissolved Solids

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Measuring TDS in Water - Total Dissolved Solids


Total dissolved solids (TDS) is a measure of the combined inorganic and organic
substances dissolved in water. It is directly related to the electrical conductivity of water
and as such can be used as an indication of change. Only relevant in freshwater systems
as salinity will dramatically increase the conductivity and therefore apparent TDS.
The EPA Secondary Regulations advise a maximum contamination level (MCL) of
500mg/L (500 ppm) for TDS. When TDS levels exceed 1000mg/L it is considered unfit for
human consumption. Most commonly, high levels of TDS are caused by the presence of
potassium, chlorides and sodium. Even when using high end purification systems, TDS is
not always detected meaning TDS testers should be used to ensure the removal of
bacteria and unwanted particles from the water. If water contains high TDS levels it can
make the water taste salty or bitter. It can also cause corrosion of metal equipment even
if the water is balanced. As well as this, it can cause skin or eye irritation in applications
such as swimming pools.
The water in aquariums or tanks should have the same levels as TDS and pH as the
aquatic wildlife’s original habitat. Changes in the amount of dissolved solids can be
harmful to the fish because the density of TDS determines the flow of water in and out of
an organism’s cell. Concentrations that are too high or low can affect the fish’s
growth or cause death. A level of 400ppm is recommended for most freshwater fish.
Even with a 2-3ppm chlorine residual, High TDS can also permit a high volume of algae
bloom which effects the cycle of photosynthesis.

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