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Aquarist Forums => Equipment / DIY => Topic started by: missmandy on February 20, 2007, 03:59:23 PM

Title: CO2 generators
Post by: missmandy on February 20, 2007, 03:59:23 PM
any insight on co2 generators? pros cons...
Title: Re: CO2 generators
Post by: pitabread on February 20, 2007, 05:03:09 PM
I've done both pressurized and DIY.  I would highly recommend a pressurized setup if you can afford it.

DIY (Yeast + sugar):

Pros - Very cheap
Cons - Inconsistant bubble production; must replace mixture every few weeks; can be prone to leaks over time

Pressurized:

Pros - Consistant bubble production; can last for many months or even a year, depending on bubble rate and tank size
Cons - Initially expensive to set up ($200 or so)
Title: Re: CO2 generators
Post by: BigDaddy on February 20, 2007, 05:04:16 PM
Unless cost is a BIG issue, I highly recommend pressurized right from the get go.  It is a decision you won't regret.

Plus, if you salt tank picks up, you can split your line and run a calcium reactor too.
Title: Re: CO2 generators
Post by: charlie on February 20, 2007, 06:03:12 PM
I`m with the others,pressurized is the only way to go with a tank that size ( 90 Glns.), DIY is do able but will require a lot of attention .
Regards