How to use mini co2 canisters for plants

[Tate]

So by replacing the bubble counter you also have to get a new check valve? Does the stock one come with a check valve

 

[Mr. Nowhere]

Yes it does. Just be careful when u hook it up to the lines i broke it just trying to connect it. The fluval bubble counter has a diffrent connection method. Check valves are like 2 for 6$.

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[Mr. Nowhere]

Actualy they went down in price. 2 for 1$ free shipping. I just bought some more for a back up.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005HTT1P4?pc_redir=1398697517&robot_redir=1

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[Mr. Nowhere]

I have three of those Aquatek mini regulators for paintball. They're all still working so that's a good sign to quality for the value.

I actually been using the bubble counter they come with. Yes they aren't the greatest, but they do work. The good thing about them is they have an integrated check valve. So if you decide to replace it with the fluval bubble counter (which I have as well on my DIY system), buy a couple of check valves and put them inline. Otherwise, water can get into the regulator.

I don't use zip ties to keep the bottle up. I use a kitchen utensil caddy that works perfectly for my application.

Nice idea with the caddy, is that a tv stand?

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[Brian_Nano12g]

No... It's actually an Ikea Besta cabinet. So happens the dimensions are just right to fit the 60p fairly perfect. I really like it as a stand because it's a fraction of the price of an actual ADA stand.

 

[Tate]

Could I spray one canister of these straight into my tank? Would it be too much co2 for the fish?

 

[Brookster123]

Don't do that haha... You need a dispersement system..

 

[Tate]

Lol okay I just want to help my plants as much as possible. Do you recommend a diy co2 setup? I plan on making one to grow ghg

 

[Tate]

Dwarf hairgrass

 

[Mr. Nowhere]

Diy will work with a20 gallon they get to be less useful for bigger tanks though

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[Tate]

Do you think hairgrass will grow in this setup?

 

[Mr. Nowhere]

Depends on your lighting i believe dhg needs medium to high light

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