Premium Aquatek co2 Regulator

[Dallascowboys16]

So I'm buying a co2 system and I want to get this Amazon.com: Premium AQUATEK CO2 Regulator with Integrated COOL TOUCH Solenoid: Pet Supplies

Does anyone have any experience with it and does it come with everything I need but the co2 tank? Also what size co2 tank would be best for a 55 gallon tank and would last 6 months to a year. Thanks in advance. I use dry ferts with high light and glut currently.

 

[Old Scales]

Hi Dallas,
Rivercats has this regulator and says she is pleased with it so far. I have a 5# tank and it says it will last on my 29g about 6-8 months at 1 bps. So for a 55g I'd say half that time with a 5# tank if at 2 bps. With a 55g, for $30 more you could get a 10# if you have the room for the bigger diameter. I am diffusing through a GLA Atomic 55mm ceramic tube type. OS.

 

[foster53]

I am currently using 2 of those regs. They work very well in my opinion. I haven't had any issues with them thus far. They are a bit finicky to get adjusted when first set up, but stay pretty close to your settings after that.
Topdogsellers on Amazon had the cheapest price when I purchased mine!!

 

[Dallascowboys16]

Ok guys thanks. So will I have to buy a better diffuser than what it comes with or is it adequate? Does number 5 mean 5lbs?

 

[mohican]

I have that model and have been very pleased with it. The diffuser is lacking in my opinion, just made of plastic so I would opt for better one maybe GLA brand. I run 10 lb tank on my 125 and it lasts me around 4 months (+/-). I also purchased their splitter since my tank is long. A 10 lb tank should work great for 55 gallon. Consider purchasing CO2 tubing as well, it comes with silicone tubing I believe.

 

[Old Scales]

yes 5# is 5 pounds.

 

[aqua_chem]

In the US, the # is also known as the 'pound sign', therefore 5# is literally 'five pound'.

 

[Dallascowboys16]

Ok thanks