CO2 setup

[eGGS]

Hello everyone ,

I plan to get a CO2 setup for my 3ft tank as I want my plants to grow well. I'm currently using DIY CO2 and I don't like it as it can't provide my tank with a constant supply of CO2 and also, I have no control over it. I have just invested in 2 sets of 36W*2 lights from Nature Aquarium.

Where is a good place to get a CO2 setup? Any reliable brands to recommend? I hope to keep the cost below $200. I just need a simple set which lets me turn on and off the CO2 manually and also, for me to adjust how much CO2 to inject into the water.

How often must I refill the tank and is it true that the refill charge for all tank sizes is the same? Where do you guys bring yr CO2 tank for refill and how long does it usually take? Can I get it back on the same day?

Thanks.

[David]

You may want to give Chan of Nature a visit...but 200 bucks may be shaving alittle close...give him a visit anyway

[liam]

Hi,

I take that the lights are PL @ 36Watts each with nice aluminium casing ones?

I saw at Petmart a few days ago, 2L tank plus regulator plus diffuser at $140-00 which I thought was a pretty good price for beginners like myself. Taiwanese made. Heard they're just as good.

Can't answer the rest of your questions as I am still experimenting with 2 DIY Co2 for my 3 footer at the moment.

[Simon]

$140 prolly comes with a manual regulator

[Dennerle]

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On 5/28/2003 12:24:53 AM

Hello everyone ,

I plan to get a CO2 setup for my 3ft tank as I want my plants to grow well. I'm currently using DIY CO2 and I don't like it as it can't provide my tank with a constant supply of CO2 and also, I have no control over it. I have just invested in 2 sets of 36W*2 lights from Nature Aquarium.

Where is a good place to get a CO2 setup? Any reliable brands to recommend? I hope to keep the cost below $200. I just need a simple set which lets me turn on and off the CO2 manually and also, for me to adjust how much CO2 to inject into the water.

How often must I refill the tank and is it true that the refill charge for all tank sizes is the same? Where do you guys bring yr CO2 tank for refill and how long does it usually take? Can I get it back on the same day?

Thanks.


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are you Garlic? [:]

[liam]

oh...got manual and auto version?

i always thought you'd set the regulator once until the desired pressure then okay liao.

[WILLIAM]

see PM..

[sherchoo]

Manual Regulator - This is a simple/basic regulator which cost relative low. With this regulator, the user have to open and close daily by hand. With this, the needle valve may get worn quickly and will not be able to give constant flow.

Auto Regulator - It's a manual/basic regulator with a solenoid valve attached. This solenoid valve is controlled by electrical power; power on, valve open. This method, you dun have to frequently adjust the flow which is good to preserve the needle valve lifespan. This could be syncronised with the lighting to switch on together.

Whenever anybody ask me which to recomend, I would always say get the Auto regulator. Cost more but worth the investment.

[geoffrey]

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On 5/28/2003 12:32:53 PM

oh...got manual and auto version?

i always thought you'd set the regulator once until the desired pressure then okay liao.


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Setting a pressured CO2 system to stablise at your intended BPS is not easy. It takes time for it to stablise and requires tweaking of the regulating valve. The problem is compounded if you have a lousy regulating valve.

[Dennerle]

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On 5/28/2003 5:38:59 PM

Manual Regulator - This is a simple/basic regulator which cost relative low. With this regulator, the user have to open and close daily by hand. With this, the needle valve may get worn quickly and will not be able to give constant flow.

Auto Regulator - It's a manual/basic regulator with a solenoid valve attached. This solenoid valve is controlled by electrical power; power on, valve open. This method, you dun have to frequently adjust the flow which is good to preserve the needle valve lifespan. This could be syncronised with the lighting to switch on together.

Whenever anybody ask me which to recomend, I would always say get the Auto regulator. Cost more but worth the investment.
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my Dennerle Profi 2000 is manual or auto? the box nvr state it.

[tawauboy]

what are the items in your box?
state them so we can help you.

[Dennerle]

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On 5/30/2003 7:30:25 AM

what are the items in your box?
state them so we can help you.
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dennerle profi 2000, manual lor.

anyway the box states:

DENNERLE PROFI 2000 REGULATOR
small, robust and dependable
Legend:
fitting for all co2 cylinders
needle valve for fine adjustment
cylinder pressure gauge
operating pressure adjustment knob
protection against overpressure: for your safety
proved compression spring system with special diaphragm
operating pressure gauge

My regulatore is connected to dennerle night cut off solenoid. which means when the timer on, my light and solenoid on.

[tawauboy]

if you read Sherchoo's post carefully, you would have found the answer yourself.
your regulator plus the solenoid makes your system an auto system.

[Dennerle]

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On 5/30/2003 12:35:57 PM

if you read Sherchoo's post carefully, you would have found the answer yourself.
your regulator plus the solenoid makes your system an auto system.
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ok thanks
[:]

[nwt123]

heard from my friend, switching off the co2 is not really necessary, is that accurate?

[Simon]

nwt, depends on the bubble per second, fish load.. since using of DIY doesnt allow the user to control the input of CO2, the input is constant there till it runs out... but if u r injecting in high bubble counts (compressed cylinder) then not advisable

[modyas]

there are sets of Manual regulater and 2 litre tank and diffuser and some ferts in a set sold in many lFS, at least i know C328 has it. Selling at $120 there abouts. Brand is Dymax so thia is also a good deal i feel. just my 2 cents worth.