Cutting Edge Solutions Mag-Amped – 6 Gallon

Cutting Edge Solutions Mag-Amped is a pure magnesium supplement in liquid concentrate form. It combines chelated magnesium with an organic surfactant to enhance solubility and plant uptake. Magnesium supports chlorophyll production and drives photosynthesis, making adequate Mg supply essential at every stage of crop growth. The 6-gallon container (SKU CES2804) is sized for commercial and large-scale cultivation operations.

Mag-Amped Specifications

The following specifications are sourced from the canonical product record and supplier data for SKU CES2804.

Specification	Value
Brand	Cutting Edge Solutions
SKU / Part Number	CES2804
Container Volume	6 Gallons (approx. 22.7 L)
Shipping Weight	62.06 lb
Primary Nutrient	Magnesium (low molecular weight chelate)
Formulation Type	Liquid concentrate with organic surfactant
Application Method	Reservoir feed or foliar spray
Category	Nutrients & Additives — Additives — Growth & Bloom Boosters

Why Choose Mag-Amped

Magnesium deficiency is one of the more common secondary nutrient problems in hydroponic and high-production soil gardens. Chlorophyll molecules require a magnesium atom at their core, so an inadequate supply directly limits a plant’s ability to capture light energy and run photosynthesis. Mag-Amped is designed to address this with a formulation that moves quickly from the solution into the plant tissue.

• Low molecular weight chelation. The magnesium in Mag-Amped is bound in a low molecular weight chelate, which means it passes through cell membranes more readily than heavier mineral salts. Faster uptake translates to faster correction of deficiencies when they appear mid-cycle.
• Organic surfactant for improved solubility. The organic surfactant reduces surface tension, allowing the chelated magnesium to spread evenly across leaf and root surfaces. This matters particularly when applying as a foliar treatment, where uniform coverage is essential for consistent results.
• Dual-application design. Mag-Amped works both as a reservoir additive and as a foliar spray. This flexibility means growers can apply it directly to the canopy for rapid correction or route it through the irrigation system as part of a regular feeding regime.
• Compatible with the CES additive line. According to the product description, Mag-Amped shares the same low molecular weight and “clean” formulation profile as other Cutting Edge Solutions additives, making it suitable for blending into custom foliar applications alongside CES’s other additive products.
• Bulk 6-gallon volume. At 6 gallons, this container size is practical for commercial operations and large indoor gardens where purchasing smaller bottles repeatedly adds cost and handling time. The 62-lb shipping weight reflects a dense liquid concentrate.

Best Uses for Mag-Amped

Mag-Amped fits into feeding programs where magnesium supplementation is needed either routinely or as a corrective measure. The following use cases reflect what the product is specifically formulated to address.

• Correcting mid-cycle magnesium deficiency. When interveinal chlorosis appears on older leaves — pale yellowing between the veins while the veins remain green — it typically signals a magnesium shortage. Mag-Amped can be applied as a foliar spray for rapid uptake, bypassing the root zone entirely while the underlying reservoir issue is resolved.
• Routine reservoir supplementation in RO-water systems. Reverse osmosis water contains essentially no calcium or magnesium. Growers using RO water as their base need to restore these elements in every reservoir fill. Mag-Amped can serve as the magnesium component in that routine, particularly when a dedicated Cal-Mag product is not already in the program or when magnesium needs outpace calcium needs.
• Foliar spray during heavy vegetative growth. During periods of rapid leaf development, magnesium demand climbs because new chlorophyll is being synthesized continuously. A foliar application of Mag-Amped before the lights-out period lets the plant absorb magnesium directly through stomata, supporting growth without adjusting the base feeding schedule.
• Blending custom CES foliar mixes. Mag-Amped is explicitly described as compatible with CES’s other additives for custom foliar applications. Growers already running CES products can incorporate Mag-Amped into those formulations without compatibility concerns related to molecular weight or surfactant interactions. If you are exploring root inoculants alongside foliar programs, Advanced Nutrients Tarantula is another additive commonly used in these programs.
• Large-scale commercial grows. The 6-gallon container reduces the frequency of reordering and makes Mag-Amped practical for operations running multiple reservoirs or large recirculating systems where per-gallon dosing adds up quickly.

Mag-Amped vs Similar Magnesium Supplements

Multiple suppliers carry SKU CES2804, and it is also worth comparing Mag-Amped’s formulation approach against other magnesium products on the market to understand where it fits.

Mag-Amped vs generic magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt): Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate heptahydrate) is inexpensive and widely available, and many growers use it as a low-cost magnesium source. However, magnesium sulfate is a simple inorganic salt with no chelation and no surfactant. At high doses it can affect EC readings significantly and may interact with calcium and other cations in the root zone. Mag-Amped’s chelated formulation is designed to be absorbed more directly, and the surfactant helps distribute it evenly during foliar application — two properties that plain Epsom salt does not offer.

Mag-Amped vs Cal-Mag combination products: Products like combined calcium-magnesium supplements deliver both elements together, which suits growers who are deficient in both. If your system is already calcium-adequate but magnesium is running low — a situation that can occur when using calcium-heavy base nutrients — a magnesium-only product like Mag-Amped gives you the ability to correct Mg independently without pushing calcium levels higher. For growers interested in organic-based soil amendments alongside their hydro program, Down to Earth Crab Meal provides calcium and chitin from a dry organic source and represents a different approach to secondary nutrient management.

Pricing context: Verified supplier pricing for CES2804 ranges from $256 (primary supplier) to $304 and above at other distributors. Premier Hydro sources at the lowest available in-stock price, making this a cost-competitive option for bulk buyers purchasing the 6-gallon size.

Compatibility

Mag-Amped is formulated as a liquid concentrate suitable for use across a broad range of growing systems and media types. The following compatibility notes are derived from the product description and general properties of the formulation.

• Hydroponic systems: Compatible with recirculating deep water culture (RDWC), nutrient film technique (NFT), ebb-and-flow, drip, and aeroponics systems. As a liquid concentrate with an organic surfactant, it mixes readily into nutrient solutions at standard reservoir temperatures.
• Coco coir and peat-based media: Coco coir has a natural affinity for calcium and magnesium ions, which can deplete these elements from the solution more quickly than in other media. Mag-Amped can be used to maintain adequate magnesium levels in coco grows, especially in the early stages before the coir is fully buffered.
• Soil and soilless mixes: Can be watered in or applied as a foliar spray in soil gardens. Works alongside organic inputs. Growers running soil programs with earthworm castings, compost, or liquid organic supplements such as Earth Juice Hi-Brix Molasses can incorporate Mag-Amped without conflict.
• CES nutrient and additive system: Specifically noted as compatible with other Cutting Edge Solutions additives. Growers running CES base nutrients will find Mag-Amped integrates cleanly into the existing program.
• Foliar application: The low molecular weight and surfactant make Mag-Amped suitable for foliar spraying in the same way as the broader CES additive line. Apply during lights-off or in low-light conditions to minimize leaf stress.

Dosing Guidelines

No specific dose rate per gallon is published in the available product description for Mag-Amped. Cutting Edge Solutions publishes feed charts on their website that specify rates for the full CES product line. For accurate dosing, consult the current CES feed schedule at cuttingedgesolutions.com before use. The following general approach is based on standard practice for liquid chelated magnesium supplements:

1. Shake or stir the concentrate thoroughly before each use. Liquid concentrates can stratify during storage.
2. Measure the recommended volume using a calibrated syringe or measuring cup. Small-volume accuracy matters when mixing concentrated supplements into large reservoirs.
3. Add Mag-Amped to your reservoir or foliar-spray tank after the base nutrients. For foliar applications, dilute in pH-adjusted water before spraying.
4. For reservoir use, target a final solution pH in the range of 5.8–6.2 for hydroponic media or 6.0–6.5 for soil and coco. Measure EC after mixing to verify the solution is within the target range for the current growth stage.
5. For foliar application, spray both the upper and lower leaf surfaces to the point of runoff. Apply in low-light or lights-off conditions to reduce the risk of leaf burn.
6. Monitor plants over the following 3–5 days. If interveinal chlorosis is the presenting symptom, improvement on new growth is typically visible within that window when the deficiency has been addressed.

Do not exceed manufacturer-recommended rates. Over-application of magnesium can antagonize calcium uptake and create secondary imbalances in the feeding solution.

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