new C02 unit (well used)

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plant57va
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new C02 unit (well used)

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Hi there.
I picked up a Aquatek of California mini (paintball tank unit) regulator, and it has a better bubble counter on it than what is normally sold with...

couple questions....

Can I use a generic diffuser for this unit?

what about line? is any standard silicone airline ok?

what about a reactor? is it worth it????

anything else I should have or know about
thanks
david
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Standard airline tubing is okay, but your will lose some CO2 through the walls. You can always get CO2 tubing.

I place the end of the tube into the intake of the canister filter, so that works if you don't want to get a reactor.
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I always just used a wooden air stone (they sell them for use with old protein skimmers), or even a discard-a-stone. Anything that gives a very fine mist. As long as little CO2 is reaching the surface, you're alright.
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I use an inline atomizer on a canister filter, it works really well.
David I have some polyurethane tubing that I can cut a few yards off for you. It is a little tight fitting, but it won't break down like vinyl. I can bring it to the upcoming meeting.
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cool
thanks all
nick you mentioned an inline atomizer? where can I get them?
hoping to make the meeting saturday...(weather depending)
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I got mine from green leaf aquatics. You can also get them from amazon, eBay.
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David, this is the one I'm using on several tanks. I believe it's "UP" brand:

http://greenleafaquariums.com/co2-diffu ... er-12.html

Make sure to get the proper diameter one for your filter's hosing. Also, when you get, don't be surprised if you need to use a much higher pressure output on your regulator to get the CO2 to flow, and once it does, keep an eye on it, as it sometimes fluctuates a little bit while it's breaking in. Then it's very stable.
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ok.... so stupid question..
on this paintball style solenoid and C02 regulator... what is the purpose of the plugged in regulator... I am not clear what the purpose of this part is...
I suppose I need a C02 regulator guide for dummies......
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never mind my last goofy question..
I figured the whole thing out
duh..... had a moment...
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