Co2 For A Big Tank

[cheesy feet]

I am going to switch round all my tanks when i manage to sell my 5 footer ...Anyone interested.Would this system be suitable for a rio 400...it doesn't even say .

http/www.aquaessentials.co.uk/index.php?...products_id=246

 

[Dave Spencer]

With a Rio 400 you will be changing 500g bottles left right and centre. The following costs a little more, but comes with a reactor and a standard fitting 2kg CO2 bottle:

http/cgi.ebay.co.uk/Komplette-Profi-CO2-...oQQcmdZViewItem

Or this site:

http/stores.ebay.co.uk/Aquarianerversand...0QQftidZ2QQtZkm

A source for a bigger CO2 cylinder:

http/cgi.ebay.co.uk/Fire-Extinguisher-5K...VQQcmdZViewItem

Or here:

http/www.thesharpedge.co.uk/product.php?...at=0&page=1

Dave.

 

[cheesy feet]

Wow thanks for the quick reply.looking now.

 

[cheesy feet]

Well if i get one like that (not enoguh money at mo) you would have to help me on how to set it up! (

 

[Dave Spencer]

I have a journal that is covering setting up a high tech tank, basically to show that it isn`t that difficult. It covers part of the CO2 system from Aquamas, but it is not finished yet because I am waiting for the lights. The CO2 stuff is on about page 3:

http/www.fishforums.net/index.php?showtopic=179314

Dave.

 

[vic]

Those prices seem high to me however, I am converting Pounds to CDN$. I should think that you should do a little looking around. As far as the disposable cylinders are concerned I would stay well away from them. They are undoubtedly the most expensive solution to the acquisition and storage of CO2. I have included a link to a site on Aquatic Plant Central. This is a primarily US board and the link is to Rex Grigg's site. He is truly an authority and he sells CO2 "stuff" from bits and pieces to complete systems. His equipment is trustworthy, practical and proven. I am not necessarily saying you should buy from Rex gut, getting your knowledge level up will make your decision much simpler for you. The tour through Rex's treatise will enhance your knowledge level and will also put you in a position where you can question intelligently and make an informed decision that is based on solely your circumstances.

http/www.rexgrigg.com/

I have also included a link to a treatise on CO2 and the planted tank. Too much information is not necessarily a good thing however, no information is a disaster relative to decision making.

http/www.qsl.net/w2wdx/aquaria/diyco2.html

If you want some more references, please feel free to P/M me.
Vic

I forgot to mention, if you Google DIY " CO2" etc you will find a myriad of information that is not necessarily totally relevant but, the information will add to your knowledge base.
Vic

 

[Dave Spencer]

Maybe my maths is awry, but the CO2 regulator and solenoid seems no cheaper from Rex Grigg.

Do you use 3/4" connectors in N. America? I notice that he uses a spanner to tighten the regulator to the cylinder whereas over here it is recommended that finger tight is sufficient. The tightness of the nut does not provide the seal.

Secondly, does he do 50Hz solenoids? The US ones will be 60Hz.

Cheers, Dave.