What is the easiest co2 system to use for first time users? What is the least expensive one, but still good? (don't have a whole lot of money atm but really would like to get one set up in my planted tank) I am asking this because I am not sure what to get for my 65 gal and because I have never used one before. I also have small children and would like it to be safe to have around the house. Any info is appreciated.
Easy co2 system
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Jedi
Aquarium Advice Apprentice
Hey Kygirl,
I use the Red Sea CO2 kit in my 12g. It is basically a nice, clean, version of a DIY CO2 system. You use one 'refill' per month and from my experience it actually does last for an entire month. I have yet to try and make my own CO2 but you *could* if you didn't want to buy their premade refills.
It can hang on your tank or be placed out of the way. It comes with everything you need.
Freshwater Planted Aquariums: Red Sea Turbo CO2 Bio-System
I'm very happy with it -- and so are my plants!
EDIT -- I just realized that they recommend this up to 40g. You can probably still get away with this in a 65g but I just thought I'd point that out.
mgamer20o0
Aquarium Advice Addict
diy is almost usless in a 65 gallon. if you did do it you would need several like 4-6 bottles going and you still dont get stable co2. pressurized really is the only way to go. it will run you around $150-200. you dont always need co2, it isnt a must. unless you have a kid hitting the top of it with a hammer really hard there is no danger.
