DIY CO2 Reactor

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DIY CO2 Reactor

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Where would I find this clear fitting? Would the local aquarium store have it? Image
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I'll see what they have at the Petsmart nearby. I could just drill a 3/16 inch hole and pull the co2 tubing through it but I would rather not go that route right now.
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you won't find it at a pet store. Home Depot or Lowes should have it. called a 1/8" nipple I think.
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jcali10 wrote:Where would I find this clear fitting?
Would the local aquarium store have it? Image
You can also use rigid airline tubing from the Petsmart or petco.
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Get a 1/8" MPT from Home Depot. Then "drill and tap" the reactor and then thread the fitting into it. It would be strong than silicone.
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That fitting was part of an airline tubing kit from petsmart.
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I bought the airline tubing kit from Petsmart yesterday, $2.99, came with 4 fittings and 6 foot of airline tubing.
I will drill the pvc and use silicone sealant on the fitting. I don't have a tap and dye kit.
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