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    Co2 reactor on Inlet side of filter

    Its post mechanical filter, but pre biological... The exisiting pre filter clogs quickly, and I need to clean once a week...that is why I am seeking for a larger unit hence this thread as cabinet space is premium. Should I remove the filter floss, or look for a larger pump?
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    Co2 reactor on Inlet side of filter

    Good point, but I can fit and probably will fit it after a large pre filter containing course and media filter mat and filter floss. This is the reason I need it on the inlet side so I can fit a larger prefilter.
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    Co2 reactor on Inlet side of filter

    Due to the layout of my cabinet I want to connect my CEG CO2 reactor to the inlet side of my Eheim external filter rather than the outlet side. Is there any detrimental effect of doing this, is it less effective at "holding" the CO2 in the water?
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    Living waters croydon?

    Did you ask the staff?
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    Do most people with a high tech setup use an airstone ?

    I use an internal filter with the outlet just above the water level set to run when the lights and CO2 are off...
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    Seachem Safe smell!

    Prime is not bad, but Safe is something else!. Any suggestions on storage of the stuff.
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    Seachem Safe smell!

    Just purchased my first bottle of Seachem Safe and it smells rank. I have the bottle closed and in a ziplock bag but yet when I open the cupboard the smell is so strong. I assume the smell is normal and I am looking for ideas of how to best store it so the smell does not escape. I was...
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    Cheapo peristaltic pumps?

    Ive got these: http://www.banggood.com/12V-DC-Dosing-Pump-Peristaltic-Pump-For-Aquarium-Lab-Analytical-Water-p-931333.html
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    DIY Project High flow DIY reactor - now with video

    Hi Foxfish, thanks for your reply. to answer your first question yes there seems to be enough CO2 dissolved. I have managed to overcome this by turing down the co2 injection rate and now I do not have one large buble my many smaller ones. Currently I am employing a narrow nect bottle but will...
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    DIY Project High flow DIY reactor - now with video

    I have built this reactor but inject the co2 into the 16mm inflow pipe via a t-piece. What I notice is that the co2 bubbles collect at the top and merge to create one large bubble. Is there a way to avoid this?
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    Potassium Nitrate and BBA

    That is a po That is a possibility.
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    Potassium Nitrate and BBA

    Hi Jose, Thanks
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    Potassium Nitrate and BBA

    See here: http://www.ukaps.org/forum/threads/potassium-nitrate-kno3-purchased-from-internet.16077/ I have no idea what it may contain. The question is, should I bin my EBAY Nitrate and buy from a reputable seller ir CO"art?
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    Potassium Nitrate and BBA

    Hi Jose, Yes I have also had some fish deaths. Although none now, but the BBA still seems to be growing although at a slower rate.
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    Potassium Nitrate and BBA

    Hi Sasha, If you read the sticky that I provided a link to, they indicate that some Ebay items might not be "pure" Potassium Nitrate, as there is no control of sales on Ebay. If so then there may be other chemical/filler that may contribute to BBA.
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    Potassium Nitrate and BBA

    The question is related to a BAD batch, not Potassium Nitrate as a whole.
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    Potassium Nitrate and BBA

    I have been dosing the same amount of nutrients for some time, and only recently I got a suden outbreak of BBA. The only thing I can think of that has changed was a batch of new Potassium Nitrate from Ebay. Reading through the sticky this came to mind.
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    Potassium Nitrate and BBA

    My question was in reference to the sticky: http://www.ukaps.org/forum/threads/potassium-nitrate-kno3-purchased-from-internet.16077/
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    Potassium Nitrate and BBA

    Can a bad batch of Potassium Nitrate cause a BBA outbreak in a high tech setup?
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    Potassium Nitrate (KNO3) Purchased from Internet

    I see some talk on this thread about BGA, but can BBA be cause by this issue. ? I have had a sudden a almost complete attack of BBA, and some fish loss without any changes to my setup. Looking throgh this thread I recently bought, of ebay, some more Potassium Nitrate. Could this be the cause...
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    CO2 Solenoid Location

    Just to clarify, if fitting the needle valve to the regulator this will be a direct fitting without any piping. The reason I ask is that my solenoid output can only accept a pipe so I cannot fit the needle valve directly to it as I would prefer.
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    CO2 Solenoid Location

    I know it is the general practice to pleace the Co2 solenoid beteen the regulator and needle valve, but is ther any reason or problem with fitting it after the needle valve (on the low pressure side) and fitting the needle valve directly to the regulator?
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    Pond Moss

    I have moss growing in my pond near the filter outlet. Would this moss be suitable to use in my aquarium?
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    pipe to make spraybar

    In the past I got mine from these guys Fish Fur and Feather - Aquarium and Pet Supplies UK :
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    Product Review Nano Heater Review

    Good and helpful review..Thanks
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    Lunapets

    Does anyone know what has happened to Lunapets.? They are no longer on Ebay, and I cannot find their website?
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    CO2 Solenoid

    Hi ian_m The hose fitting should not present a problem as I am hoping to remove the tails and fit directly to to regulator. Failing that, I am sure I can get the 4mm tubing to fit. I have in fact ordered one with the 230V AC to use with my timer. The lugs appear to use the same connector as...
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    Co2 Solenoid location

    My current CO2 soleniod is fitten between my regulator and needle valve. Is this the recommend location, or can the solenoid be fitted after the needle valve. The reason I ask is because the replacement solenoid comes with hose tails and I am not sure it will have the same screw fitting to fit...
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    CO2 Solenoid

    My Aquamedic Pulse solenoid has died on me and I am looking for a replacement. I have come across Welding solenoid like this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GAS-SOLENOID- ... 19d6359337 And was wondering if it would be suitable as they are much cheaper that aquarium specific My main concern would...
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    T5 Lighting recommendation

    Can someone now tell me what would the overall length be of the 80watt tubes including the endcaps. I know the tubes are 1449mm long but how much extra does the endcap add. I need to ensure that it will fit in my hood. Thanks
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    T5 Lighting recommendation

    That's 15in front to back!
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    T5 Lighting recommendation

    Would 80 watt tubes fit, or are they too long?
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    T5 Lighting recommendation

    Hi Alastair, Thanks seems alot more than what I have at the moment!
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    T5 Lighting recommendation

    Thanks for all you answers, but what I am really looking for is what sort of wattage I need. As an electronic engineer I am not worried about fittings and luminaire, just what wattage and how many tubes I need.
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    T5 Lighting recommendation

    I have a planted 60in x 15in x 24in(deep) tank with pressurised CO" and ferts added and would like to know what t5 lighting to add. I am currently running with 96watts of T8 lighting and am looking to upgrade
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    Cat litter

    What if I cap it with gravel, would that end up at the bottom?
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    Co2 Regulator

    I am currently running an FE setup with the D-D disposible bottle regulator and converter. I cannot seem to adjust the regulator anymore to keep the pressure down to 1 bar. I am looking to replace the regulator and would like peoples opinion on the below regulator. it seems very cheap, and...
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    Fish transportation troubles

    I do not believe there was any water quality issues as they were taken out of a tank, with tank water, that they all were living in for about a year. I have no information about the feeding issue.
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    Fish transportation troubles

    It is bad enough to lose the fish, I just needed to know what killed them so can I don't make the mistake again. I've invested now in some Kordon breather bags, which should hopefully help, and of course next time not to have so many fish in 1 bag..
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    Fish transportation troubles

    They were in the bag for probably 30 mins at most, the flying fox was about 4ins long. The bag was about 16in long, with about 5-6in of water in it
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    Fish transportation troubles

    I recently bought some fish from a fellow aquarist. they were 9 cardinal tetras, 2 corydoras and a flying fox. We bagged them up in one large fish bag, and I transported them about 4 miles. By the time I got them home the flying fox was dead, some of the tetras were dead, others were gasping...
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    FEs and regulators

    Stevet, I am in exactly the same position as you, currently running on Machine Mart 600g cylinders, looking to move to FE. Hope someone can help!!
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    FEs and regulators

    I too have a D&D regulator and was planning to use a FE. What most people may not understand is that there is NO nut on the regulator. the screw thread is tapped directly into the regulator body. Even when using the adaptor to convert from disposible to refillable bottle, it will still require...
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    Fire extinguisher CO2

    Is it necessary for the bottle to sit upright? My cupboard is not tall enough to accomodate the bottle so is it ok to tilt it about 30 degrees?
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    Aquarium Suppliers

    Hi James3200, did you get your tank?...What is the verdict?
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    Aquarium Suppliers

    I am thinking of buying a tank from aquariums Ltd. http://www.aquariums.ltd.uk/index.asp Has anybody had any experience of this company?
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