Issue with Co2 emission

**xjiahua** · 3rd Aug 2012, 22:14

I'm experiencing a decreasing bubble count in my bubble counter. The bubble count is normal when it is on initially but soon after the bubble started to slow down. Same thing happen with both the UP Aqua atomizer and normal pollen glass diffuser. Anybody experience the same thing before and able to advice me which part is faulty ?

**Shadow** · 3rd Aug 2012, 22:21

are you using manual regulator? the one with single pressure gauge or double pressure gauge?

**xjiahua** · 3rd Aug 2012, 23:42

nope. i'm using solenoid with double pressure gauge.

**Shadow** · 4th Aug 2012, 00:12

what is the reading on both pressure gauge in psi?

**xjiahua** · 4th Aug 2012, 11:25

**Shadow** · 4th Aug 2012, 11:45

Your working pressure is too low, only 10-15psi. Atomizer require much higher pressure. Not sure about polen glass, different brand require different presurre. You best bet is using reactor. DoD you fully open your main valve? Have you check any leakage?

**xjiahua** · 4th Aug 2012, 12:57

What could possibly cause the low pressure ? I dont think there is any leakage as there was built up air within the tubing when i changed the diffuser and the main valve is opened.

Appreciate your help. thanks!

**Shadow** · 4th Aug 2012, 13:21

Low pressure is normally due to th regulator. Older regulator will have preset 15-20 psi. Some regulator have adjustable working pressure.

**xjiahua** · 7th Aug 2012, 07:06

thanks for the reply! guess i'll just use it for the time being until the Co2 is exhausted before bringing it for a check. just another quick question, how do i check if the Co2 is about to finish ?

**wongce** · 7th Aug 2012, 07:16

Originally Posted by xjiahua

thanks for the reply! guess i'll just use it for the time being until the Co2 is exhausted before bringing it for a check. just another quick question, how do i check if the Co2 is about to finish ?

See the gauge on the left,it will drop from 1000 to 0. Note it will drop very fast after it reaches 600 mark.

**thebaldingaquarist** · 7th Aug 2012, 12:17

The atomiser requires high pressure to work.
Make sure all the connections are secure and the bubble counter or valves along the way are not leaking.
Also ensure the CO2 tank is not leaking.

This is the main reason why i changed out from the atomizer. Its really good. But i had lousy connections..

**prodrive** · 7th Aug 2012, 16:57

I got the same issue.....bubbles keep decreasing. pressure keeps dropping. day after day.
Until pressure become 0 and no more C02 coming out. hahah.
I deduce its because the tank is empty. going to go top up soon.

**xjiahua** · 8th Aug 2012, 22:12

Originally Posted by wongce

See the gauge on the left,it will drop from 1000 to 0. Note it will drop very fast after it reaches 600 mark.

Yes exactly what i read about. No wonder it seems endless, read that once it drops beyond the 1000 it will drop pretty fast.

Originally Posted by Erctheanda

The atomiser requires high pressure to work.
Make sure all the connections are secure and the bubble counter or valves along the way are not leaking.
Also ensure the CO2 tank is not leaking.

This is the main reason why i changed out from the atomizer. Its really good. But i had lousy connections..

Same move as well. Managed to find a pollen glass thats able to withstand my current situation.

Originally Posted by prodrive

I got the same issue.....bubbles keep decreasing. pressure keeps dropping. day after day.
Until pressure become 0 and no more C02 coming out. hahah.
I deduce its because the tank is empty. going to go top up soon.

do let me know if there is anything wrong with your regulator and if a change is needed to solve this issue. thanks =D