Very nice an informative one Jurijs 👍In the past these citric systems was easier and the price difference was larger between a pressurized CO2 system and this one. But as better materials comes with more gadget the system is getting more expensive. Still a great option for those who have limited options to fill a CO2 cylinder. My only concern is the regulator part and the fine valve. Compare to a large system this definitely looks weaker, so it is interesting to see how this holds up like 3-5+ yrs or so. But a great system and option for CO2 injection. Hope you're well mate - Viktor :)
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
Hi Viktor, from my review the regulator is build well and the needle valve allows to dial in the bubble rate very precise. I've had conventional regulators that costed more than the entire system and were not as good quality as this one. I talked to guys like MJ and Aquaowner who are using their citric acid systems already for several years and are happy with them. Maybe its time for GreenAqua to give it a try too ;)
@IndoorEcosystem8 ай бұрын
The ARKA kit quality looks amazing but I'm finding soda stream bottles to be the best value for money so far. Super compact too.
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
I agree, another great alternative to classic CO2 bottles
@TelTunes8 ай бұрын
no one would have explained better! Thanks JJ
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
Glad to help!
@KleinerFishAquarium8 ай бұрын
13:32 good reflexes 😂 In my situation, refilling a pressurized CO2 system turns out more expensive since I would have to go to the city (about 1.5 hours away from where I live). So, for a couple of years, I've been using citric acid-based CO2, and honestly, I have no complaints so far. I see some people complain that it's tedious to prepare the mixture every time it runs out, but the truth is, it doesn't take more than 10 minutes, or even less. The good thing about this hobby is that there are so many options that fit each situation. Nice vid, Juris. I hope to be able to put it to the test. Thanks for this review.
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
Thanks for your honest feedback!
@SimplyAquascaping8 ай бұрын
Great video my friend! I laughed pretty hard when the chemical reaction caught you off guard
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
It wasn’t too bad, I managed to get all the foam inside the empty jar thank to a quick reaction. But after that you see I’ve been monitoring the reaction closely 😂
@marcelomaeda98878 ай бұрын
Another quality content video. Nice production when compared to the other channels 🚀
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
Much appreciated!
@RWAquariumPages8 ай бұрын
looks like a nice co2 system for beginners. It's been over 25 years since I used sugar yeast diy co2, been using pressurized since and never looked back. I love how you showed the chemical reaction at the end. I find a little dash of co2, eveb 1 bubble per 5 seconds helps the planted tank quite a bit. great video and can't wait to watch the next one!
@Iron-cesc8 ай бұрын
For quite a few days I have been trying to decide which two CO2 systems I should buy. One is for a 200l aquarium and another 240l aquarium. So far I am using JBL or Dennerle CO2 systems in my other aquariums, but I use the "Einweg" version, since where I live it is absolutely impossible to find a place to refill the "Mehrweg" bottles. I have seen many videos about Arka's CO2 system, but until now I have never found a video where the explanation and exposition is as clear as in your video. Thanks Jurijs. I always say that for me you are the best, the perception of which is better or not, or the preferences about Aquascape is something very personal, and there is also an emotional part in that I suppose, for me your Scapes are always the best, there is a Great point in your vision of Aquascape, which I don't see in your other colleagues. Na ja... now we can also say that in addition your explanations and product presentation are also a step above the rest. I think I'll try one of those Arka systems. Ich wünsche dir einem sehr schönes 1. Advent. LG Aus Warendorf.
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
Danke für dein ausführliches Feedback. Es fließt immer viel Arbeit in die Planung und Produktion um so mehr freut es mich wenn es entsprechend Anklang findet 😉
@RichardDowd8 ай бұрын
Come on ARKA we need this and more of your stuff available in the uk!
@leeloosworld8 ай бұрын
I really like this System, I bought one for myself and until now I had no problem with it. I have the 3,7 l version, with the co2 art in line diffuser, set at 2 bubbles per second, I didn’t have to adjust the needle valve yet. It has been running smoothly for over a month now and the pressure inside is still a bit over half as it was in the beginning. Super happy about it! I had the non refillable co2 bottle before but I can honestly say I am way more happier with this one
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
I'm wondering why some people only get half the pressure. did you swirl the bottle in any way after sealing it, to help mix the ingredients?
@leeloosworld8 ай бұрын
@@JurijsJutjajevs I did exactly like you did in the video, a couple of swirls, and then I let it sit overnight. After 10-12 hours the pressure was exactly where it should be, at about 40 bar. I did have some concerns because I saw some people having problems with the pressure not building up enough, with mine I never had any problems. I‘ll let you know in about a month or so, how it will behave when I refill it. Btw, I love your “beginner” scape at Scapers by Oase 😉
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
@@leeloosworld Top danke. Hatte mich gewundert weil du von halber Markierung gesprochen hast. Aber 40 bar liegt ja auch in der Mitte 😁
@leeloosworld8 ай бұрын
@@JurijsJutjajevs 😁 Genau, ich wollte sagen bei mir lag alles im grünen Bereich…sprichwörtlich 🤣
@frankvermeulen46218 ай бұрын
Looks like a solid piece of kit. If I didn't already have a system I'd consider this one for sure. Thanks for the review! 👍
@EmotioninAqua8 ай бұрын
Great video with lots of information and like always many great insights 👍
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
Hey Eike, danke fürs reinschauen! An deine Verkleidung kam ich nicht ran, aber immerhin hatte ich auch eine Schutzbrille am Start 😂
@EmotioninAqua8 ай бұрын
@@JurijsJutjajevs 😎deine top down "tech specs expolisons übersicht" schaut mega aus 🤯bisl arbeit beim betitteln von allem aber sehr coole Idee 😏
@danielhelms25648 ай бұрын
Fantastic video and the ARKA kit looks really great also. Of course they're currently sold out on Amazon when I went to check on it. I like using the water equivalent in frozen form when I feel my stainless steel CO2 systems up. It prevents the waste of any of the CO2 when setting up the system so you don't have to rush to put the regulator on the tank. The only downsides to using ice is having to buy a few water bottle ice cube trays (4 in my case to fill up my 4L CO2 canister but they're reusable which make them worth the investment) and having to wait several hours for the ice to melt in order for the the chemical reaction to begin, but I feel mine up in the prior evening and it's ready to go by the morning.
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
interesting approach, I'm wondering how much it is saving? do you have any data on how long the refills last?
@miniandy828 ай бұрын
Great video and great review. Your face when trying the reaction was pure brilliance 😅 top man 👍🤜
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😁
@Aquagold.goldysingh13138 ай бұрын
Amazing kit. Easy to use
@juanmanueldominguezalcolea23665 ай бұрын
Sinceramente me encanta tu manera de dirigir el vídeo es extremadamente detallado, muchas gracias por compartir tus conocimientos, eres mi modelo a seguir 👍👍👍👌.
@roten29028 ай бұрын
das ist schon ein tolles produkt...😉👍👍👍
@nancywaterhouse31358 ай бұрын
Very clear presentation and looks like a great system. CO 2 reluctant me would try it but alas, not available in the US at this time :( Watch out that giraffe doesn't eat your tree!
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
there are similar systems available in the US, just look for "citric-acid based CO2"
@michaelrojas72408 ай бұрын
Jurijs, thanks for the review. BTW amazing reflexes!
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
afterwards it was kind of stupid to shake the bottle like I did..
@DRaquascapes8 ай бұрын
I use MCT oil in my bubble counters... no issues.
@toliscy7 ай бұрын
Can I just buy the refill ingredients locally or do I need to order from Arka?
@JurijsJutjajevs7 ай бұрын
I think the content of „cartridges“ is standardized, so theoretically it should be possible
@biofreshwater2 ай бұрын
Does it work in an online CO2 diffuser? Tks
@JurijsJutjajevs2 ай бұрын
Yes, it’s basically like a regular pressurized system, just the refill is different
@seejus61316 ай бұрын
What tank size you have added this CO2 generator like how many liters it is….also with how many BPS
@JurijsJutjajevs6 ай бұрын
Currently running on my UNS 60U at 1-2 bps
@seejus61316 ай бұрын
@@JurijsJutjajevsplease update how long it last for a 60U
@JurijsJutjajevs6 ай бұрын
According to ARKA and other independent reviews up to 100 days
@marlonallansupetran71208 ай бұрын
I am also thinking of getting this kind of co2 generator system. I don't mind mixing citric acid and baking soda even every month, but what I am worried about is consistency of the bubble rate. I don't want to adjust the needle valve every other day. Is the bubble rate consistent for 100 days? Thanks!
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
Yes its consistent!
@DesignRobPearce8 ай бұрын
This is my concern too. Consistent, but for how long before it dips or starts fluctuating as the reaction goes on.
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
the bubbles rate remains consistent for the majority of the time. Only when the pressure starts sinking and goes below certain threshold the bubble rate can change. Same happens with any kind of pressurized system. So once the ARKA system has build up initial pressure, it works basically like conventional pressurised system.
@DesignRobPearce8 ай бұрын
Do ARKA offer insight in to how long the reaction lasts? I guess it bursts for say 5 days and pressurises the container and stops until it runs out?
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
I talked to a chemistry teacher, the reaction stops as soon as there is approximately 40bar pressure in the bottle. As soon as you extract some CO2 for your aquarium, the reaction continues until the pressure stops the reaction again. The process repeats every day until 2-3 months later when all components have reacted and the pressure is no longer restored and starts sinking. In other words, as long as you have 40bar, the reaction is on pause and continues a little day by day. As soon as pressure starts to go down, the reaction is over.
@DesignRobPearce8 ай бұрын
@@JurijsJutjajevs that’s really interesting thanks Jurijs. I wonder why 40bar stops the reaction. If these are tested a bit more I may give them a go, for now I’ll stick to what I know with extinguishers :)
@marlonallansupetran71208 ай бұрын
@@JurijsJutjajevs ah the pressure prevents the reaction, interesting.
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
They have been tested by others before, and MJ is running his system now already for 2 years +
@greenmacaroons56738 ай бұрын
El problema de ese equipo es si los materiales del manor reductor, electro válvula, filtro y ajuste fino no son de calidad la corrosión del cítrico hará su trabajo con el tiempo. Para acuarios de más de 100l empieza a no rentar por su durabilidad y algo que yo incorporaría sería un manor reductor para controlar la presión de salida estable.
@bartosztomasz8 ай бұрын
I love it how producers call baking soda and citric acid "material a" and "material b" to capitalize on replacement parts 😂 God forbid we find out what these materials are and buy them in bulk for the tenth of the price 😂
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
the correct names are pinted on the bags. A and B is only to make it easier to follow the instructions
@bartosztomasz8 ай бұрын
@@JurijsJutjajevs I appreciate their honesty then and I’m happy to hear that. For a moment I thought we’re dealing with something similar to printer cartridges xd
@JurijsJutjajevs8 ай бұрын
nah, not with this company. They recently lowered their prices against the market trend where everything is getting more expensive! And they support the community a lot, small and big
@stuartmarks56438 ай бұрын
I use food grade mineral oil in my bubble counter. I fill it 2/3 full.
@gsanchezlifestyle3 ай бұрын
TBH do not waste your money on the DIY CO2!! get the 5lb tank!! these DIY CO2 cost more than the real thing!!
@christianklasen6403 ай бұрын
Are u seriously not smart enough to fill the bubble counter under the tap and connect it after? And see using tank water to fill up the bubble counter is some kind of cring😂