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bad picture, and old picture (i use compressed co2 now), but here's my c02 reactor.
I've read articles about making a c02 reactor, but I didn't want to bother with drilling holes cause i was afraid of leaks. I just use pvc tubing and reducers from home depot. THere are of course bio balls inside. And i can unscrew the the top section so that i can take out the balls and clean it once every couple of months.
parts top down in layman are:
-1/2 inch threaded hose connector
-pvc reducer
-threaded pvc tubing that u can twist open
-y connector pvc tubing
-reducer and brass hose connector for co2 tube
-regular pvc tubing
-pvc reducer
--1/2 inch threaded L-shaped hose connector
Secured all screwed in connections with teflon tape and Glued all other connections with pvc glue.
I don't know why more people don't do it this way. No drilling, no leaks, and easy maintenance (cause u can open it). Maybe it costs a bit more though. But still cheaper than the name brands.
Byron
I've read articles about making a c02 reactor, but I didn't want to bother with drilling holes cause i was afraid of leaks. I just use pvc tubing and reducers from home depot. THere are of course bio balls inside. And i can unscrew the the top section so that i can take out the balls and clean it once every couple of months.
parts top down in layman are:
-1/2 inch threaded hose connector
-pvc reducer
-threaded pvc tubing that u can twist open
-y connector pvc tubing
-reducer and brass hose connector for co2 tube
-regular pvc tubing
-pvc reducer
--1/2 inch threaded L-shaped hose connector
Secured all screwed in connections with teflon tape and Glued all other connections with pvc glue.
I don't know why more people don't do it this way. No drilling, no leaks, and easy maintenance (cause u can open it). Maybe it costs a bit more though. But still cheaper than the name brands.
Byron
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