Great Budget Co2 Systems

@Sean J i'm looking for two splitters. One to run 3 defusers on the 2.5 and one to run two on the 430L. Do you have any?

 

@mr blue - I don't have the rest of the stuff on hand yet, but I will get on my next ADA order.

@Henk Hugo

I don't have the splitters on this order. I will get a few on upcoming orders. My supplier does have a 3 way splitter option as well. So I'll let you know when I place that order...

Otherwise I can get you a couple sooner, but they will be more expensive than if I just wait and use the supplier. It's up to you. I'll have a price for you on this option in a few hours.

 

Ok cool - i'm out most of the day so just send me a mail and i'll pick it up on my phone.

 

dude maybe invest in another co2 tank and reg.. unless you have a 10kg and even then running 3 diffusers and pumping gas in 430 will empty a 10kg in 1 maybe 2months..

also a reactor is by far your best option in anything bigger than 300 litres.. its more effecient.
get some power heads/wave makers in yout 2.5 bud.

 

Hi Sean

I have a 100 lit ( 90cm) tank.
Would the kit be suitable for that size ?
Do you sell the check valve, if so how much ?

Regards Roger the Dodger

 

Hi Roger

Yes, it's perfect for a tank that size. If you get an ADA bubble counter from me, it has a check valve with it. But otherwise, no, I don't have any Check valves at this stage. I will be getting some on my next ADA shipment.

 

@Sean J...PM sent

 

Ware can I find a reactor then?

 

You could try Ebay, or you could DIY your own one using a powerhead and some PVC piping.

 

Sorry for all the questions, but how do I build one I'm really a noob when it comes to stuff like this.

 

Try google. There are probably loads of DIY builds for Co2 reactors.

 

I have found this, sera flore CO2 active reactor, but will it work?

 

Can you get Co2 tubing as well or do I need to place an Ebay order? Do you have a unit left? Getting tired of dosing Excel daily

 

Don't have any at the moment, they are on their way. Will take about 2 weeks to get here. I can get you some Co2 tubing if you want?

 

@mr blue - Yes, that should work quite well actually.

 

But will I still need a co2 bottle and a regulater?

 

hey @mr blue maybe i can be of some help..

in larger tank a reactor is the most efficient at diffusing co2 hands down!..

what you will need is a carbon source ie co2 tank with regulator and need valve they normally come sold together. the needle valve is what gives you the control or fine adjustment in calibrating your co2 going into your tank.
http://aquatic-store.com/media/Copy_of_RelProdRegulator.jpg this has a built in bubble counter..

so straight after that you will need a check valve..this is a one way valve to stop your tank and bubble counter fluid from traveling back into you regulator.
http://img2.wantitall.co.za/images/ShowImage.aspx?ImageId=Brass-Check-Valve-Aquarium-CO2-Diffuser-Regulator-Air-Pump-Tubing-Metal%7C41mv2AANv2L.jpg best to get a brass one as they can last for ever! teh plastic ones will break in time or leak straight away!

then its the bubble counter this as the name states makes bubbles, of uniform size for you to calibrate by eye how much co2 enters your tank. this is very important as you can see if you are getting any anomalies with the bubble rate..!
http://www.adana.com.my/products/co2/co2_beetle_counter_L.jpg top of the range
http://aquashop88.com/images/ANS%20Beetle%20Counter%201.jpg middle range as you can see this one the bubble travel up a tube. these top two are ladder bubble counters for large aquarium as you have more time before it reaches the top to count BBS.
http://greenleafaquariums.com/product_images/l/164/glass-bubble-counter_zm__26259_zoom.jpg for small tanks..3-4bps MAX!! you will get a headache trying to count anything above that..
and then the cheapest!http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31RIlqooGmL._SL500_AA300_.jpg you can make your own.

then its the reactor.. the one you mentioned is very good!!!! but if you want a diy have a look here.
http://www.rexgrigg.com/diy-reactor.htm

HTH good luck!

 

Thank you but ware can I find all of the equipment?

 

co2 tanks i think sean will be able to get them for you he will also get you the reg ect...

the rest look here..

 

Thanks Lloyd! Appreciate the assistance in the thread!