CO2 systems? Anyone

[Glyn Oliver]

Does anyone have experience of CO2 systems in planted aquariums> Pros, Cons etc? Thanks for any advice....

Taff

 

[shellieca]

I don't but if you go to the planted tank section you'll probably find lots of info as there are several on here that do inject CO2.

 

[mohican]

Are you looking at DIY or pressurized. Be more specific.

 

[Super_Blueberry]

Pros: quicker & fuller growth, more options for plants, can help control algae.

Cons: another thing to pay for -both initial equipment costs and 'refills', another thing to monitor/test, potential danger to stock if something was to go wrong ( same concept as a heater failing )

 

[aqua_chem]

To really know how far the planted tank rabbit hole goes, you need get a co2 system.

 

[gfzw]

Does anyone have experience of CO2 systems in planted aquariums> Pros, Cons etc? Thanks for any advice....

Taff

Pro: much better plant grows but you need light and fertiliser to match
Con: To much CO2 (if dosage is maladjusted) is dangerous for fish
Solution: go the whole way with electronic pH controller and solenoid. Measure KH and select a pH that corresponds to 15-35 ppm CO2
E.g. KH=3, pH 6.5-6.8 ; KH=4, pH 6.6-6.9; KH=5, pH 6.7-7.0