Reply With Quotepush the output knob on the 2224 to a lower flowrate?
Hi people. I had a new tank and i find that the flow rate is too fast. Any sugguestion to slow down the flow rate? I dont wan to buy any equitment.
Etheim 2224 with a 2x2x1.5 tank. Sugguestion please.
push the output knob on the 2224 to a lower flowrate?
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Any way is to use the rainbar and see how it is. If its still too fast, direct it towards the tank wall instead of out towards your tank.
use rainbar is the best solution. rainbar can be bought at any lfs cheap or diy by using pvc pipe.
Using the turn off valve located at both the inlet and outlet valve is ok only for temporary. Those valve are mainly used when you are doing maintenance on the canister. A extended rainbar might be better in long term and also positioning them correctly help distribute the flow across the tank.
Aiming the rainbar slightly upwards towards the surface will somehow reduce the current rate and help aerate the surface which is a good thing as well. Depending on the angle , some people manage to position in a way that it provide aeration and minimizing co2 loss as well. Just have to experiment yourself
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It actually includes a rainbar. I am using and somehow i think its too fast. Shall adjust it later. Anyway do i still need a additional air pump for my tank if i put the rainbar below the water level.
Actually the knobs are not meant to be used only during maintenance..the knobs are actually meant to adjust flowrates and just that it works to keep water in the pipes by completely shutting its' valve,which makes priming easier..the input knob should never be used to reduce flowrates because it might damage some component in there(i.e the motor)..you can only manipulate the output knob to adjust the flowrates..
Last edited by reiner09; 7th Dec 2011 at 10:12.
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eheim rainbar are small in size which cause more pressure going through and make the flowrate out big. Get a sponge to cover the rainbar and the flowrate will be lesser. another way is to make the rainbar holes bigger which allow more water to go through then the water go through would be slower.
best alternative get a bigger rainbar.
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So the rain bar should put below water level? If so, do i need to get air pump? Because there will not be any bubble.
is it a planted tank ? if with live plants i guess there isnt a need to aerate the water. recommended thou ? i dont have an airpump and i place my rain bar under the water pointing upwards hahah looks like a fountain from the top.
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I see. Well cool. Shall see how.
His tank lightly planted.Originally Posted by SeVenZ
No co2, no liquid fert. (for now I believe )
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"if he cant be bothered to take the time to write his question properly, why should I take the time to answer him."
icic .. is co2 necessary? and if i were to add one, whats the average price for a small tank ? a 2ftby1ft
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I got a second hand tank for 80 with solenoid regulator. Top up from na if no gas should be $15
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but i want something with really little maintenance.. i guess the pl light i bought wasnt that good :/
55watts is too high for a 55litre tank
thats like 3.8 watts per gallon ..
is there a way to reduce the power without changing light set?
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"if he cant be bothered to take the time to write his question properly, why should I take the time to answer him."
how do u control the flowrate of ur outlet? using the double tap valve?
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isnt that a bad idea? i mean the tap is only for maintenance right?
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To me in theory yes it might shorten the lifespan of the pump or canister........ but alot of hobbist somehow overlook cause with high flow it is really causing a swirlpool in the tank.
From a 90 degree look. Try to aim just 5 degree downwards or slightly more if they dont cause any swirling etc. But not 45 degree direct hitting the front substrate.
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Nope. I did not control the water flow. I add a little more water. The flow is good now.
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