Complete CO2 System Set Up with a DIFFUSER

[@Soulessdeeds]

I've worked with pressured tanks for welding and for purging certain military hardware with nitrogen. The Tanks are brass heads so the metal is soft. You don't haft to craft the bejesus out of them to keep them from leaking. If you think it might be leaking or not tight enough just use some soap and water mixture to test the connections. If it blows bubbles its leaking. Close the tank valve and remove the pressure regulator. Inspect the mating surfaces and ensure they are shaped similarly as in angles of the fittings and tank heads mating surfaces. Also check for dirt and debris and any possible dents cuts to those surfaces. Then reassemble and test for leaks. A little past snug is usually enough. If you over tighten then you can strip the brass fittings. Also make sure your regulators valves are set to closed before you mount it to the tank and before you open the tanks valve. Otherwise you are good to go. The soap and water is always a good way to test to leaks.

[@shaungraham9502]

I know feeling of stripping them 🙈 Im a nuclear marine engineer on submarines and we play with this stuff everyday up to 300bar

[@cannondale97]

I used to tighten the regulator quite tightly cos i'm afraid that the regulator will fly off from the tank if not tightened tight enough

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks for your feedback. You're right you do not need to do that so hard. However we've seen issues many times with clients when the regulator with the extended parts like valve, splitters simply twisted by the weight of the equipment and the gas is released from the cylinder. 👍

[@boebender]

I work in a laboratory and we use co2, oxygen and other compressed gases. We you white medical tape around the brass head and pressure regulator. In 6 years-zero leaks.

[@HellsFury63]

Thank you so much for this wonderful video! I had so many doubts and was very apprehensive about getting CO2 for my aquarium but this video was super helpful. I've decided to go ahead and get myself a CO2 setup now!

[@toiynhac]

This topic is never old. Thanks

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks for joining in 👍

[@eon5288]

Finally! Co2 tutorial from one of my fave channels 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@GreenAquaShop]

Maybe a 2nd part needed with reactors ph controllers etc. But thanks for your words. It means a lot 👍

[@Aquagold.goldysingh1313]

beautifulli explain. co2 setup always make puzzled so many , this is best video for everyone.

[@fbasantajr]

Outstanding CO2 overview, everyone always talks about, add CO2 it's so easy, but when you break it down the way you did, it makes sense. Well #1 informational video for 2022, thank you Green aqua... From NYC

[@MFTELLES123]

What a fantastic video. I'm a beginner on the subject. I really like to learn everything that is connected to the theme of aquarism. It was very didactic. Thank you for everything. Strong hug.

[@ThePinkbunny007]

Literally was watching your year old video last night multiple times while setting my system up LAST night lol. Good timing! Thank you so much for all the information! Get that green tea!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks for your words, appreciate that 👍

[@adrianradu2332]

Nice video! Was hoping you would discuss more about what is the purpose of reactors, diffusion rate and how should the bubbles circulate in the tank for the best effect, how to work with smaller CO2 systems, as seen in the first part of the video on the table. Thanks!

[@GreenAquaShop]

CO2 reactors worth another video i guess. We can talk about it later of course 👍

[@Krishore_Aquatics]

Great Tutorial Very Much needed one for those who are going for Co2 in planted tank for first time great explanation not missed even a single point Sir

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks so much for your words 👍

[@DavidGarcia-dm1dx]

Set up my first Co2 system. on my 65 breeder tank in Seattle WA.

[@باشاواتمصر]

Thank u for teaching us I got all the PRO information from Green Aqua Wish u always all the best 🌷

[@GreenAquaShop]

Glad you found it helpful 🙏

[@JuanSalazar-j316]

I loved what happened at the beginning, when the co2 regulator could not be connected to the cylinder. It reminded me that it usually happens and you are left with a mixture of impotence, anger, since you invested in something good and it does not work. He was lucky to have another cylinder, but we don't have that. Good video.

[@klebberbrazilian.theprofessor]

Dude, you just read my mind!!! I was inclined to ask in a random video of Green Aqua channel exactly about Pressurized CO2 setup (to help me with my incoming CO2 system). Thanks a LOT!!!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks so much, love to hear the timing was good this time 😃👍

[@klebberbrazilian.theprofessor]

@@GreenAquaShop my pleasure! After 11 months learning the art of Aquascaping (mainly from this wonderful channel) and buying stuff, I'll finally scape my firts tank (a 60p with 40cm height). I'm just waiting for my CO2 system to be delivered. Thanks, Balázs, Viktor, Tamás and the other Green Aqua members.

[@samsam3716]

thanks a lot. i am a new guide and i understand what should i need to buy now.

[@TruTxn82]

I use the Neo CO2 on my Fluval Spec III. Works perfectly and it’s running all the time. Also very budget friendly. The media that the yeast feeds off of lasts a very long time. You’ll actually run out of yeast before the media. So what I did was buy a jar of yeast at the grocery store and use that. A single NEO CO2 bottle has lasted me almost 8 months and I still have enough to stretch it longer. Not bad for $20 here in the states.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Yup a pretty good wallet friendly way to try CO2 in a small aquarium

[@jwaquatics8871]

Thank you green aqua for this great tutorial! 👏👍

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks for watching 🙏

[@marciomoreiramello9359]

OMG! Thanks and thanks and thanks!!!! You're my best Channel !!!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks for watching 😀

[@jhansen6180]

Thank you for the amazing videos. The dedication to great information, and even video production is truly awesome. I have learned so much watching all your videos. My tank has really become a part of our lives. Bringing joy to my wife and kids.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Dear Josh, thanks so much for your words. Love to hear the videos help in some ways. Appreciate your feedback 💚👍

[@klebberbrazilian.theprofessor]

Josh, I totally agree with you.

[@adamxiong1817]

If you don't know how a pressure regulator works (they are pretty common with nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide), you should definitely learn. It helps a lot when dealing with anything related with a pressure regulator such as brazing, torching, etc.

[@teunisvanderveen5458]

I like these kind of videos! please do more! But I would like to say that the hose before the solenoid should be as short as possible. If the solenoid is closed co2 will build up in this part of hose until working pressure is met. If the solenoid opens the pressure is released and it gives a burst of co2. That is not necessarily a problem but it can make the hose pop off the glassware or empty the bubble counter faster then you would like...

[@GreenAquaShop]

That's right if someone uses a hose for the connection that should be the shortest as possible.

[@holdmyrpg]

thanks for making me understand..!!!!! love from India....

[@nature-aquatic655]

First minute for the first time😜 Enjoy ur contents so much, keep it up Balaz, green aqua💪

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thank you, appreciate it 🙏

[@مصطفىالنوريالنوري-ن8ر]

Thank you for this beautiful and detailed explanation

[@GreenAquaShop]

Glad it was useful in some ways 👍

[@مصطفىالنوريالنوري-ن8ر]

@@GreenAquaShop thank you

[@MoozipanCheese]

This helped me so, so much. Thank you!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Glad it helped! 😊

[@deepanshu1078]

Really good piece of information. Seems easier now.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Glad it helped in some way 👍

[@ttw369369]

I really like the algae scrapper design Ha ha. My own experience is so scare to change co2 tank each time, worried that it will explore ha ha. Co2 really a magic add to beautiful plants✨

[@TundeEszlari]

Nagyon szuper lett a videó.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Köszönjük 💚👍

[@arnaudgerard654]

Merci pour cette super vidéo. Je suis fan de votre chaine. Livrez vous en Belgique. Bonne continuation

[@kozmaz87]

Nice cross-threading there in the beginning :D

[@jimboy1239]

Great video. The co2 bubble counter solution is that glycerine ?

[@nassossochoritis5896]

Thank you! Very useful video!

[@GreenAquaShop]

🙏😀

[@laszloszocs7477]

Na ez szuper volt sehol nem talaltam ilyen szepen elmagyarazva egy c0 2 rendszer ossze teveset oszinten mondom :) kerdesem a solenoid valve ot hozza tudnam kotni mondjuk a dennerle uj carbo rendszerehez vagy a tropica kit hez is ? szuper video .

[@dariussuminskas1686]

Hello Green aqua, great video thanks! Can you please tell more about co2 in large aquariums where co2 diffuser is not enough where you need touse co2 rector? How to use it, how to setup properly and how many bubbles per second you need for example in my case with 1200 liter planted aquarium? Thanks in advance.

[@GreenAquaShop]

This is a longer topic probably worth another video. But definitely a CO2 reactor with a bypass is the way to go. I may would add in a pH controller as well as it will be extremely hard to change the rate based on counting the bubbles.

[@greenaquascaping9491]

Your T shirts are always awesome 😎 Balazs

[@GreenAquaShop]

👍😀

[@freedos3868]

Very good tutorial,👍 Please mention how to spread the co2 bubbles all over the tank

[@topange5846]

A lot of ppl usually use a power head or wave maker or even the outflow of a filter to push the c02 around the tank

[@steelpulse420]

Im not sure this is necessary. CO2 dilutes very well in water. It also dissipates quite easily into the air if there is too much water movement.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Make sure you have enough flow. Better to put the diffuser to the lower part of the aquarium, so the gas travels more before reaching the surface and has more chance to mix with the water. With a CO2 reactor this is a non existent issue. So if you're after a more efficient method i do recommend that.

[@appleseeding]

If my regulator comes with a bubble counter, can I upgrade it to the ADA glass bubble counter following the same steps in the video or will it not work. I have the fzone mini regulator.

[@suritwikchoudhury9230]

Very nice video.....Is there any chance of bursting Co2 cylinder? I am little bit scared about it.

[@simplehuy]

great video thank you

[@eryanzo]

Forget that old tech timers, analog or digital. Get a wifi smart plug, almost same price but great quality of life.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Yup we love them too, however each has advantages and disadvantages. But smart plugs price comes lower so these oldie timers will go out of the market soon i believe.

[@AquaTwist.]

I would love it if you could talk about the timing or lighting and Co2, and how to work out how much to start with for your tank to get the balance right.

[@ajvsnajfb484]

would absolutely love to see you guys do a video about paintball tank co2 systems. about to do one myself and i'm pretty excited to get into the wonderful world of co2 😊

[@Mr.J_aust]

Great video ! 1.Where to place the diffuser? Opposite side to Lilly pipe ??

[@jjaquariums]

Yes

[@GreenAquaShop]

Probably a better place, but does not really matter based on our experiences.

[@Mr.J_aust]

@@GreenAquaShop thank you team for the reply 🥰

[@ETEOR3001]

Please make a video about aquarium backgrounds. The colors and their effect on the scape, the types of backgroungs, the technologies and prices. Elad from Israel.

[@enzim87]

Yes, Please make a video about aquarium backgrounds. For example, what are the methods for creating a background with glow effect, what kind solutions already have on market. This topic is not discussed on KZbin.

[@lamphamthanhlam102]

happy new years i love you

[@GreenAquaShop]

Happy new year to you as well 👍

[@lamphamthanhlam102]

@@GreenAquaShop thanks, I hope green aqua can integrate with aquatic communities around the world

[@rwqcoll5505]

Thank you, great tutorial. Actually The Fifth Element is a perfect being called Leeloo. 🙂

[@manzoorlegit4339]

How about using just the co2 cylinder and pressure control valve and that’s it? Would it work?

[@tonered5]

What do you recommend for a 40g planted tank? As far as the bubble count goes?

[@brunoalbino8161]

Hi, great video. 👏👏 what you think it's better for injection of CO2 in aquarium, a diffuser like what you use in the video that is inside of aquarium or one mounted on the filter hose like JBL pro flora taifun inline? Its an aquarium with 300L. Thanks

[@Kittensinurface]

Great, just before I invest in a CO2 system. Can you guys please make a video about using red hardscape? Reddish sand, rocks, etc. Would love to see a hardscape concept based on the color red!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks for the suggestion. Noted 👍

[@RicardoJunqueira]

Is the bubble counter liquid just mineral oil?

[@paolodantona6041]

Thank you for your videos. Can I ask, if it's possibile, another video like this whit the reactor set up system? 🙏🏻

[@eliyasdgl]

Excellent

[@amitabhsarkar8967]

sir I always follow ur video .. love from india

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thank you 💚

[@ivopintomegamonstro8667]

Your videos and your way of working are the best there is. Simple and so perfect.

[@marcrite3435]

Hi good watch. But would like some feed back on what system to get. As a new to co2 . I'm looking at the aquario blue professional set up with the computer. It's this a good make and good to start out with or should I start with out the ph computer . Some feed back on this would be helpful. Thank you 😊

[@doubleg2000]

Hi, what would be optimum number of bubbles per minute for 20 lit nano tank ?

[@maycondiniz4350]

Não achei um vídeo tão bem explicado assim no BR, realmente o hobby no Brasil ainda tem que crescer muito... Parabéns pelo vídeo, pela ótima explicação e pelo canal maravilhoso!!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Thanks so much for the support. You are great.

[@theflossingfisherman7925]

How long would the large bottle of CO2 last roughly and do you turn the CO2on and off with your lights

[@Mohamedyashfan]

How long will take 2kg co2 finish if run for 8 hours? And how many hours should run co2 daily?

[@alwalsted]

I would really like to get a Reactors 101 video too!

[@aquascapingsrilanka]

Very good 👍

[@GreenAquaShop]

😀👍

[@AquariumHobbist]

Thanks for the video. I have an aluminum cylinder and it’s out of CO2. I bought a DIY refill with the powder and yeast to mix manually. However, I can’t seem to open my cylinder to put the mixture in. Is it possible to do a manual refill for such cylinder?

[@GreenAquaShop]

You will not be able to do this with high-pressure cylinders. The ones which is made for mixing is different.

[@carlovarini1814]

Great video, I'm waiting to install my new filter Oase 850 bought by you. I'm thinking also to install this diffuser. Actually i have CO2 with a nomal diffiser directly in the tank without pressure reduce.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Exciting times! :) 👍

[@fotispet]

so, should i get out of my mind anything regarding safety? Is it totally safe?

[@tjtaylor5615]

Can the diffuser be placed on the sump (refugium)?

[@francoismorfouace61]

Could you give marks for regulator of very good quality and which will last a long time?

[@hendrikwirtz8418]

Not every plant needs a CO2 System to grow, for example Anubias and Cryptos, but every plant benefits from CO2 injection. CO2 really improved my aquarium because the plants grow faster, stronger and more colorful.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Yup that's right 👍

[@0nly1wyll]

Question/s Doesn't the bubble counter also act as a check valve as well? For the recommended Co2 bubble per second.. doesnt it depend on the size of the tank and how dense it is planted? Now, im thinking im using too much Co2 on my 60p with 2 to 3 bubbles/sec.

[@enzim87]

The amount of bubbles needed for an aquarium depends on the carbonate hardness (KH) and the pH level. The lower degree of carbonate hardness it means the less bubbles are needed to achieve the optimal pH of 6.6-6.8

[@GreenAquaShop]

2-3bps is good. But depend on many factors.

[@jjhanabal]

thank you

[@GreenAquaShop]

You're welcome!

[@Tim-07]

If I flip the bubble counter accidentally, the liquid will in the tube, will the liquid go into the tank? Do I need to break the system to let the liquid out?

[@shark9905]

Thanks...

[@andrewwilkins6883]

I’m planning on getting a 210 gallon tank soon that I will be aquascaping to look like a forest. I’m not 100% on what all plants I want to use yet but I’m thinking moss, maybe some types of hair grass and possibly Monte Carlo. I’m going to be covering around 90% with plants. I’m also planning on getting a CO2 system. How many bubbles per second would I want to do for this type of setup?

[@CoralMan24]

love the video a great help may I request a part 2 where you could maybe explain how long you run it, best size co2 tanks for aquarium sizes and just some basic information on how to use it in the aquarium and any issues to watch out for and any trouble shooting help for the system in general :)

[@marlonallansupetran7120]

There's this a cheap CO2 regulator I bought that already has a bubble counter and solenoid, I think that's very convenient and less clunky. What's the ideal bubble count for 60cm tank? Ty

[@Momoturk57]

Where is the best place for a diffuser? Suction side of the filter? Or the discharge side?

[@GreenAquaShop]

Suction side is not that great as gas can build up in your filter. Will be noisier along the time.

[@charles0189]

Does the co2 bubbles need to be blowing around the tank or is it fine just going up the surface? What I did was put the diffuser directly infront of the outflow to spread the bubbles across the tank.

[@suzakur2225]

i have 1 simple question. can i replace the bubble counter solution with tank water?

[@Azron2190]

Great video! What is the glass swirly thing at 12:09

[@nvelopestudio]

Dear Balazs, as always your YT channel is up to date and very neat! There is a small issue with my CO2 injection system, and I would like your professional advice. Unfortunately, here the water is hard, around 13-15GH. My PH is 7.6 and I realized after some time that if I want a PH drop point before the lights kick in, then I have to, not only have 2 hours before the injection to start, but also more than 3,5b/s which is kind of stressful to me 😅, and not to the inhabitants (yet) (15 days ish). Do you believe that the only solution seems to be the RO system, and then re-mineralize the water? Thank you in advance! Keep providing us with such professional tutorials! 😊

[@danielabdulah2850]

Hello green aqua may I ask? what is the ideal bps for a 60cm dutchstyle tank with a light intensity of 50watt 8 hours per day, I use 2bps, is that enough? Thankyou 🙏🏻

[@GreenAquaShop]

Yup 2bps is what we would use as a base. And tweak from there

[@enzim87]

Hi! My opinion is that a solenoid valve is needed if in aquarium set pH controller. pH The controller turns ON the solenoid valve when the pH rises and turns it OFF when the pH reaches the desired level. In this case, the amount of CO2 supplied must be slightly higher than normal in order to ensure pH control by the solenoid valve. There are several questions. 1. What is your opinion about this application of the pH controller? 2. Have you used pH controllers? 3. What type of co2 reactor do you recommend: static (JBL Pro flora or Dennerle Flipper) or active with impeller (ISTA)?

[@GreenAquaShop]

1. controllers are great for a certain use. we use them mainly for larger aquariums 2. yup they are great 3. would go for another. like the one we use aqua care, aqua medic. the ones you listed isn't the best one for the task

[@woodstock69ism]

buonasera, prima di tutto complimenti per i video guida, ho seguito tutti i passaggi, ho inserito il liquido dal vostro negozio è riempito il contabolle, la mattina quando l’elettrovalvola accende il flusso di C02 il contabolle si riempie d’acqua…come posso risolvere? il tubicino dopo la valvola di non ritorno ed arriva al contabolle, che misura deve avere? grazie Roberto

[@daviddavid9459]

hello and thanks for what you do. there are discussions about what plants prefer, CO2 gas (diffuser) or dissolved (reactor). what is your opinion thank you and keep up the good work

[@kirilkolev3901]

Hi there, thanks for the beautiful world of aquascapeing. My question is: Why do you need to turn off the co2 during the night? Why change the PH (fishwise). At least here in Bulgaria co2 is readily available and cheep. I would prefer to keep constant conditions (like PH) for my fish.

[@chellamsamy6090]

👌 super 👌

[@Maxiride]

Is the CO2 drop checker shape important? I'm setting up co2 for a 50 liters aquarium and I'd like to have it as clean as possible inside. I've seen balls, hang on and conic (the clasic one) drop checkers but I'm unsure if the ball or hang on won't work well due to the smaller surface area exposed to water.

[@markoradovanic255]

Excellent video 🙏 Can you tell me pls from your experience - how many bps for 120p? And how much earlier do you start CO2 before the lights go on? Thank you 🙏

[@lloydmendonca8009]

How many bubbles/sec needs to be put for a 125x50x55cm tank?

[@melikuludag97]

Hi. Which is correct. 1)24 hour open co2 system or 2) two hour before open co2 system lightining aquarium

[@GreenAquaShop]

Both works with pros and cons on each 👍

[@melikuludag97]

@@GreenAquaShop thanks.

[@wilsonlam8596]

Where should I put the CO2 diffuser?? Can the outflow help the CO2 to flow around the tank?

[@ryanwilson5936]

Yup

[@Joni_I]

Great video :-) I see you guys are mostly using in-tank co2 diffusers instead of in-line diffusers. Why is that? And would you recommend in-tank over reactors/inline?

[@GreenAquaShop]

We're using either diffusers or external reactors. Not a fan of the inline ones. Many bad products are on the market. We've tested a dozen of them in the past and have more cons than pros.

[@freb]

Hello Green Aqua, I wanted to know how do you count the bubble with the bubble counter that has a twist from ADA that you show in the end of your video? Also, in what scenario would you use this one instead a normal one?

[@martis2322]

Hi! How many bubbles should go into a 160l aquarium in one sec/min? In dimensions 100x40x40 with demanding plants like cuba, eleocharis parvulus and some Red plants?

[@makis206]

How many bubbles per minute are Ok for an 125L aquarium.? 2 per second (120 bubbles per minute) sounds fine to you too? Thank you.!

[@GreenAquaShop]

Depend on many things, but you can start with 2bps and slowly increase it. Will be closer to 3 at the end

[@suyushona]

Hello Is there standard/ratio to follow on how many bubbles of Co2 per second based to on how many gallons capacity of the tank ?

[@GreenAquaShop]

Not really. But there are some numbers you can start with in general.

[@Radiant6.214]

Do u use inline diffuser?

[@sebastianjo752]

Great video, i was wondering if there are any negativ effect when the CO2 is connected to the filter outflow.

[@GreenAquaShop]

Nope we're using the reactors that way

[@florentpetillon4666]

Hello! I really enjoy all your video guys. I have a quick question. Is it good or bad to place the Co2 diffuser just next to the suction pipe of my external filter? I'm thinking like this the Co2 has more time to dissolve in the water before being injected back to the tank via the outlet pipe. But maybe the Co2 concentration will be too high for my beneficial bacteria inside my external filter. What are your thought about it ?

[@carleilers1199]

How much bubbles would you suggest, for a 90p aquascape?

[@vaijujose]

How much bubbles would you should for a 90cm 45cm 45 cm planted tank plz

[@idk70six]

There is never an exact answer for this question. I use a 45P and do about 5+ bubbles per second. it sounds like a lot but it always depends on how heavily planted your tank is and other factors. If you have fauna, pay attention to their behavior, get a co2 indicator if you don't have one already and keep good aeration/surface movement so fish don't suffocate from too little air. I used to do 1-2 bubbles per second but with experimenting and having a lot of plants I can get away with pumping more co2 for exponential plant growth!

[@GreenAquaShop]

With most bubble counter this will be around 3bps+ I would start there and slowly fine tuning til i reach the perfect spot. Depend on many factors how effective your system is.