Beginner CO2 Setup Guide for Planted Aquariums | EP10 Planted Tank Overview

[@BucePlant]

Thanks for your support throughout this season! We have more videos coming soon 🌱 Tell us- What topic would you like to see us cover next?

[@benbarnett5684]

I'd love to see a video on how to trim plants - getting stem plants from loose and "stemmy" to lush and full

[@wds525]

I just bought a CO2 system 2 days ago and this video provides all the info I was searching for. I'm still in the agitated phase of determining the difusor placement and the bubbles per second, nearly driving insane. The checker is dark green. It's a heavily planted 100l (26.4 gallons) aquarium, currently at 3, 4 bps. Subscribed! Thank you very much for this video! Regards from Portugal!

[@BucePlant]

A great place would be under the outflow of your filter, the goal is to maximize the amount of time those bubbles are in the water.

[@leo90au]

I like how on the "DIY" side you chose the most basic system sold from a company - a bottle with a hole in it. There are much better choices which include a regulator, solenoid, needle valve and bubble counter. You add cheap citric acid and sodium bicarbonate which lasts a month or more

[@Jessery]

I don't use or generally recommend DIY systems but that's a really fair criticism. Selling the DIY route very short.

[@ivanherrera2899]

Do you think zrdr is worth it

[@romeofernandez8608]

@@Jesserywhy not? I’m thinking of using a diy setup from Amazon for $20 to start growing dwarf hair grass in a plastic tub

[@EmperorChaos468]

Very helpful and right on time as I'm looking into getting new plants from you guys and starting co2. Keep it up with videos 👍.

[@thedude7319]

For those CO2 DIY system that have like citric acid and baking soda reacting with each other. just use ice instead of water, the reaction only starts when the water is in its liquid form and it gives you more time. drawback it takes roughly 4x as long for the pressure to build up

[@miscellaneous_scapes8406]

Out of curiosity... Were you an actor in National Treasure?

[@robin-sk2cc]

Yes

[@ZacEstes14]

Friendly, informative

[@deborahbasemovesfitness6985]

Lucky I found this great info! Can you do a video about C02 injection in multiple tanks, and possibly how you could inject C02 into a Betta Barrack? ( 3 tanks, one 33 gallon, and two 20 gallon long tanks.) I just set this up, but don't know if I can inject C02 into the middle of each 20 gallon long tanks with compartments for Betta. The larger tank has no compartments. Thanks in advance! Love your videos!

[@wisdomSP]

I just bought a few plants from your website and I can't wait to get them. I'm totally new to all this, but I'm about 9 days into my first planted aquarium. I know I want more control than a DIY C02 system has to offer, but for me, the only reason a pressurized C02 systems is intimidating, is because there really is no all in one unit. I feel like I have to piece a system together with our really knowing what I'm buying. I have access to cheap soda stream refills, so that seems like the logical route for me, I just don't know what else I need to buy to make sure everything will work together.

[@BucePlant]

You're in luck! We have some kits on our website! buceplant.com/collections/co2-accessories/products/uns-co2-paintball-kit-24oz-cylinder This will come with everything you need besides the CO2 itself (we cannot ship the canister with CO2 in it). Once you receive it, you will have to take the canister to someplace that can fill it for you such as a paintball or sporting goods store. Welding supply and homebrew supply shops should be able to refill your CO2 as well!

[@Aniexo_]

Did you like the plants?

[@wisdomSP]

@@Aniexo_ Absolutely! There's a few videos on my channel that show what they looked like when I planted them and what they look like now.

[@Aniexo_]

@@wisdomSP okay awesome. I’ll be ordering soon.

[@wisdomSP]

@@Aniexo_ I highly recommend. If KZbin had 5 star reviews, I would give 6.

[@bigtomatoplantslover6205]

Wow Lovely Plants ~ Thank you for good sharing 😊 LIKE it My friend, have a good relationship 😊

[@HisValor]

Thank you for the video! Question: is it normal for water to get into the CO2 line before it hits the bubbler or after it leaves the bubbler to the diffuser?

[@romanbacka]

Hi. It is important how you dissolve co2.I use a ph controller.With an twinstar acrylic diffuser, it takes 70 minutes to saturate the tank.With co2 art inline diffuser it takes 27 minutes.With the jbl inline diffuser it takes 23 minutes.with co2 reactor (profiplants) it only takes 11 minutes to saturate the tank and no unwanted bubbles in the tank from co2.So, with the right choice of diffuser, I save a lot of co2.

[@TechJWaffleStomp]

Incredibly helpful! Thank you!

[@Kaikoura26]

Great video. Could you make a video on proper skimmer adjustment? Also, a video on hardscapes that effect water param.

[@dannyhyde7019]

Great Video. Lots of usable information.

[@BucePlant]

Glad it helped!

[@dinoprimi3914]

Anyone interested in co2 and you don’t want to spend crazy money, look up the sugar and yeast method, it’s the best diy system by far.

[@VolCanixWorx]

Im using a homemade injection system. My main question is, does surface agitation prevent over gassing? And if not, how lo g should i let a Yeast/jelly system run? I have about 1 bubble per second in a 10 gallon . . Im a college student so all the things i needed, i already had.

[@parodyandlampoonery]

I want to use a splitter on a pressurized CO2 system to service 6 to 8 tubs filled with only plants. What are the components called that I would need to buy? Will I need several drop checkers or just a manifold used for aeration?

[@dushantjawalkar8771]

Thanks for very useful info! Just one question lets say if we start co2 and light for 7 hours in evening, do we need to turn off water filter in this time window? As water filter will remove co2 and add oxygen then its useless to start co2 system.. Rite.. Let me know whats ur openion. Or its ok to run co2, light and filtration system together?

[@markbrierley3831]

Another excellent video . Thanks

[@chag6349]

For diy systems, would creating more flow on the surface of the water to regulate the amount of co2 be a good idea to cancel the overproduction of co2?

[@BucePlant]

That's a great question! Increasing surface agitation will not be the most effective. Increasing surface gas exchange and raising oxygen levels will not reduce the amount of CO2 because oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the water are not mutually exclusive. One thing you can try is to raise your diffuser closer to the surface, what this does is that the CO2 bubbles spend less time in the water column and therefore not diffuse as efficiently.

[@neilmartin99]

Hey, new to live plants. I just received Vallisneria plants from BP. They came with the foam wraps on the bottom along with weights. Do I leave those on or remove them before planting in substrate? Thanks

[@leepearson4400]

I been told by someone to lowers my outputs more in the water to make surface like ripple effect, is this best for co2 can I ask please

[@jdssurf]

what all fish are sensitive to it and why, since you brought it up, thanks

[@johnferebee]

Thanks for the series. Very helpful. I would like to see some info on how to determine what fish and how many for various size tanks.

[@iamkaynan3456]

Does the aquarium neo co2 system come with the bottle and everything?

[@royalltop6410]

Excellent video, it was very informative

[@bksmotherman]

Would it be worth to diffuse the c02 in a sump 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@jmc2491]

Do you need a power head to spread the co2 around the aquarium? Mine is too high powered and my plants don’t like it

[@gregwilson5910]

Great tips thank you. Question : is Chirios doctor worth using?

[@angelocapangpangan9233]

how about co2 tablet it is also be recommended?

[@dfg297lpopdirk]

where or how can i fill up my co2 canister. and what is a co2 dump

[@JTCT371]

Glad I came across this. Can you use a pressurized system on a fluval flex 9 gallon? Is the tank too small for it? I have so many questions. Lol...Ill stick with the one. Lol

[@BucePlant]

Yes, you can! With most pressurized systems, you can adjust the amount of CO2 being injected into the tank.

[@Nyx1404.]

Hi! I’m going to be setting up a 75 gallon planted tank for a betta sorority, I’m very new to this and kinda scared- do you have a full video on you Co2 defuser and regulator from your site?

[@BucePlant]

Hello! What kind of information are you looking for in terms of a video? Ultum Nature Systems does have a setup video on their KZbin channel on setting up that specific system.

[@MissChelle]

Awesome video, thank you ❤️🇦🇺

[@u_s_scaper]

Great video 👏👏🌱

[@nolanmartin3573]

Would burying the injector be better than just letting it bubble?

[@BucePlant]

I'm sorry, I'm a bit unsure what you're asking but I'd love to answer your question. Can you please elaborate?

[@nolanmartin3573]

@@BucePlant I'm sorry if this is silly but is there a way to get the bubbles under the plants roots or beneath the substrate?

[@ZoeyTaylor1994]

Are you related to Houston Jones?

[@michaelrojas7240]

Great video, great series thanks. It seems that unlike lighting and fertilization that should be adjusted to your circumstances. CO2 is adjusted and then left alone. Right?

[@BucePlant]

For the most part, yes! Set it and forget it. It's always best to continue monitoring the levels with a drop checker though.

[@michaelrojas7240]

@@BucePlant You guys are the BOMB! Thanks.

[@Aqua-Eden]

Hey Logan! Do you switch off the CO2 at night? And Is it dangerous to leave it on throughout the night?

[@rob5420]

Yes turn it off plants only use photosynthesis when light is on

[@terrychi]

Great video as always and I got 29 gallons tank so I only need to use one bottle co2 system for my tank not to use 2 bottles right? I’m a new beginner for the Co2 system 😅

[@BucePlant]

The number of bottles does not effect the performance of your CO2 system, in any case you can only use one bottle at a time and the size of the bottle will only change how often you need to refill it, no effect on the performance of your CO2 injection either. We have a beginner's guide to CO2 on our blog page, here is the link! buceplant.com/blogs/aquascaping-guides-and-tips/how-to-add-co2-to-your-planted-aquarium

[@markgarrett2968]

question for you if you dont mind me asking so i start co2 1 to 2 hours before lights come on. some people have said im looking at 30 ppm or close before the lights come on. so for the rest of day while the lights are on so is my co2,well...co2 off one hour before lights go off. still whats to prevent that 30 ppm concentration from going higher throughout the day?

[@BucePlant]

Your plants consuming the CO2 throughout the day is what would keep it below 30ppm! If it still gets too high, you will need to turn down the rate of CO2 injection on your regulator, then monitor the levels over the next couple days to see if the adjustment was enough.

[@s0nzy_rgo]

Is it okay to add the system in while I already have an aquarium that has been running for a couple of months and has had fish in it for a couple of months as well?

[@BucePlant]

Yes! Just be sure to inject the right amount of CO2, and use a drop checker if needed

[@jenniferbunker2757]

Can you just add C02 every once in awhile like once a month or once you start using it you have keep using it forever?

[@BucePlant]

It's highly recommended to use it consistently and continuously. Fluctuating or inefficient CO2 levels can cause troublesome algae like BBA!

[@wan2shuffle]

Use it or don’t. Plant growth is slower without it but just means less trimming IMO

[@seejus6131]

Hello....suppose if my plants are in one side and I have inline diffuser then what would be your recommendation on placing the filter outlet and inlet.....

[@BucePlant]

Although the inline itself will do a great job of dispersing the CO2 throughout the tank, I would place the outflow on the opposite end of where the plants are (so the water flows towards the plants.)

[@Marjuuu]

My 5lb co2 tank runs out in about 2 months on my 55 is that too quick?

[@BucePlant]

It depends how many BPS (bubbles per second) - 5lb can usually last for around 6 months at about 8 hours a day at 2-3 BPS!

[@Marjuuu]

@@BucePlant is that for a 55 gal or is that smaller I feel like the dropper would never turn green at 2-3bps

[@coreymoke]

Marc. I’m running about a 50 gal tank and get about 4 months on 10lb tank. I think you may be OK in comparison.

[@olivierenthailande6155]

how many hours per day do you recommend to inject Co2?

[@BucePlant]

CO2 injection should start an hour before your light turns on, and end an hour before your light turns off 👍 At least 7-8 hours total

[@corycat11]

Well done.

[@CaptainSuperX]

I'm thinking to get a regulator without a CO2 tank. But instead I attach a balloon to it which I blow CO2 to it fully every morning by myself. Just trying to utilize human breath CO2 as much as possible. Do you think that could work?

[@ryao86]

why dont you just use a straw and use that to directly inject your co2 to the aquarium? 😃

[@Kaikoura26]

Oh and another one. Back ground options. I'm really curious of how far we can push LED lights. I wanted to attempt to make a rising sun situation. I have no idea on how to approach this sun idea but I was wondering if you guys could help by pointing me into the right direction.

[@BucePlant]

Hey there! Do you mean a light that mimics the sunrise/sunset during a 12 hour period? Meaning intensity slowly increases, hits a maximum, then decreases?

[@Kaikoura26]

@@BucePlant no but holy crap that sounds amazing! link please!

[@LeeHarvey81]

Led background lights do exist. They come in all different sizes

[@Kaikoura26]

@@LeeHarvey81 sure. And it was a just a request ropic for a video

[@stoneysscapes7544]

@@BucePlant sounds AMazing & as far as I know , no such product exists ? Nevertheless as an alternative to the $$$$ ADA light screen would be great!! Having a hard time finding the brain power to come to the table with anything 《Morning ~ midday ~ night 》 Pitch by your imagination or Jay Wilson etc ...... best new product of the year winner AXIS- aquarium background

[@damionmarquez1509]

Where do you guys ship your plants from?

[@BucePlant]

Los Angeles, CA 👍

[@dimplepwr85]

Isn't air line tubing not good for CO2 because the gas is acidic and will eat holes through the air line tubing? That is why we use CO2 tubing. Not to mention that the airline tubing isn't rated for the 40-50psi that the tube is put under when the system pressurizes up. Thoughts?

[@BucePlant]

Completely agree!

[@candiwine]

Thank you so very much

[@shawnphillips4772]

My diffuser wont release bubbles

[@11thgenerationcorolla57]

How long should leave the lights on?

[@BucePlant]

Depends on the plants in your setup, but we usually recommend about 7-8 hours a day.

[@EyezLikaFox̌]

How long will a tank last in a 55g?

[@BucePlant]

This is not an easy question to answer because it depends on a variety of things - For example, how large is the CO2 canister? How much CO2 (in BPS) are you planning to inject into the 55gal, and for how long each day?

[@echase1974]

Thanks

[@Rupert1213]

Close your eyes, a younger Steve-O

[@anantkumar4450]

How many hours co2 should be on?

[@BucePlant]

For as long as your lighting period, usually about 8 hours. However, we recommend turning on CO2 about 1 hour before your light turns on and turning off CO2 1 hour before your light turns off.

[@nolanmartin3573]

Every time I start learning something new that my aquarium needs and I feel close to building it the person I'm learning from says something completely new and now I have to learn what a canister filter is and if i need one ugh

[@BucePlant]

Totally understandable, there's a lot of information out there. You need a filter, but a canister filter is just one type of filter. We'd be happy to help answer any questions you have to help you get started, just DM us on Instagram 🤗

[@codymoyneur1902]

Can I use a paintball air tank?

[@BucePlant]

Do you mean a paintball canister for CO2? Yes!

[@KellyRoberts]

What red fish is that ?

[@BucePlant]

Cherry barb!

[@Nigelaquaticsfish]

People always cover the basics

[@JVVivarium]

Does anybody know why betta fish are sensitive to co2?

[@BucePlant]

Any fish will struggle if the water is way too saturated with CO2 as it makes it hard for them to breathe. Can you elaborate on what you consider to be "sensitive"?

[@JVVivarium]

Hi, thanks for the reply. At 3:50 in your video you said, "discus and bettas are going to be very sensitive to high levels of co2." I am just wondering in what way are bettas "sensitive to high levels of co2." I have read online that inefficient co2 diffusers could create a layer of co2 that collects at the top of the tank, which is obviously bad for a fish that gulps air. What are your thoughts?

[@mikelu9330]

I don’t understand, why no body talks about nutrients? 🤔

[@TW-iu7ve]

I wish I could have this but I have a very special needs son that would make it dangerous to have chemicals outside the tank..

[@zaferboran5343]

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[@pacae911]

Hey guys I have a question 🙋‍♂️ … I want buy 2 assassins snails , but I have 11 amano shrimp …. My question is , the assassin snail can eat shrimps ??? 🤔🤨🧐

[@Corviidaes]

The amanos will be way too quick for an assassin snail to catch. They'll rely on other snails in your tank for a food source rather than shrimp

[@jdssurf]

the side view is super irritating and makes no sense, otherwise great vid

[@nwyk153]

I never run a planted tank without CO2. Even my rare Bucep tank, i run them. Plant thrive with CO2! Don't skim on them. Get the pressurized CO2 if possible. I'd stay away from Liquid CO2.

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[@merrickmiller1224]

Co2 is a scam.

[@BucePlant]

Agree to disagree