I FOUND A CHEAP CO2 SYSTEM THAT DOESN'T SUCK!

Today we are unboxing and setting up a very interesting cheap CO2 system. I have never seen anything like this before!

Unfortunately I couldn't find a link for all my US followers. I'm surprised that this is not available on Amazon?

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[MJAquascaping]

Today we are unboxing and setting up a very interesting cheap CO2 system. I have never seen anything like this before!

Unfortunately I couldn't find a link for all my US followers. I'm surprised that this is not available on Amazon?

Equipment I like to use (affiliate links)

Tank
Light
Filter
Clear Filter Pipes
Substrate
Wood (similar)
Rocks (similar)
Dwarf Hairgrass (Eleocharis parvula)
Umbrella Hair Grass (Eleocharis Vivipara)
Riccardia moss
Juncus repens
Crypt parva
Crypt lutea
Crypt walkeri

🚨Watch this next!🚨


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[schilling]

Props to them for disclosing the recipe. It wouldn't have been that difficult to figure out for someone that understands the science behind it, but still cool they make it easy for anyone.

[marchean]

Been using it for about a year. It's quite good for tanks up to 100l. Soda and citric acid all the way. You just have to mark the setting on the valve with some felt tip.

[AquariumShed]

What a fascinating little contraption. Looks way more straightforward than the DIY kits with two soda bottles and is also quite a bit cheaper than the Steel Generator systems are these days. Good find! I was also pleased that they give instructions for making up a DIY solution yourself, since this will work out a LOT cheaper than buying their refills. Not a lot of companies would be so open about that, so that's nice and refeshing to see!

[lakeshiamills]

I think it's an interesting little CO2 generator. Definitely affordable. Might be a good idea as an entry level CO2 kit for someone who is unsure of whether they want to invest in a kit that is more expensive at start up.

[blackredroll]

I've been using this system for more than year and it serves me well. Setting proper rate of drops is time consuming at first, so it's good to mark the sweet spot with some white marker on valve and case. Make sure you tight the diffusor really hard and it would produce only mist of bubbles.
I don't count drops when settings it up. Instead i observe the amount of bubbles leaving diffuser.
I'm currently testing different recipe for solutions (260g citric acid +150g water, 200d soda + 150g water), where top and bottom ingredients should fully react. With original recipe there's some amount of soda left. It lasts me for 5-6 weeks in 25L, but I keep quite high level of CO2.
I think adding solenoid valve won't stop reaction. The pressure would raise and pressure safety valve would open eventually.

[meganpriore]

Thank you so much for posting this. I’ve been trying to find co2 in my area and none of the LFSs sell it. I can get the tiny Fluval canisters, but they last about 2 days - hardly economical. I just ordered one of these - can’t wait to try it!!

[nigelhill]

Great review. Been on the lookout for a simple solution like this. Thanks

[myopinion-doesntmatter]

Thank you for sharing! Im using the 2 bottle soda co2 at the moment and this product is more compacted and easier to operate! I will defo try this out

[besthobbit]

Well this is pretty neat. I made a soda bottle setup, intending it to be temporary (just to give my plants an extra boost while they grow in after being relocated). Something like this might be worth it if I decide to continue with it.

I do have to say, I feel like their (Ziss) normal no clog air stone would work fine (that's what I'm using). The bubbles are about the same size as the diffuser is producing.

[joncondon]

I find the Ziss system very economical to run. I buy my citric acid (granular form) in bulk from a health food store (very cheap), and bicarb soda in bulk from a swimming pool shop (it's used to adjust pH in pools). I estimate my running cost at no more than Australian $5-6/week. Regarding reducing CO2 at night, I simply slide the diffuser closer to the surface each evening, before lights out, and slide it back down in the morning.

[chatsscapes]

The hobby is developing. I like how many options we have now. Gone are the days when CO2 systs were too expensive

[adrianradu]

If you will use a solenoid on this system, the airline tubing will blow up with a really loud bang. Now, of course, you can switch it to CO2 tubing, which then begs the question if the plastic canister can hold the pressure. I wouldn't risk it in your case. I think this is meant to be the commercial variant of the homemade CO2 bottles we used to do, with sugar and yeast.

[kensdandaquatics]

Thanks for testing that! Was curious myself. I run reactors but in the tank style (metal cylinder). Spraying the pants on still I see!

[ShrimpMania]

I'm currently using a DIY CO2 system with baking soda and citric acid and I am quite happy with it, I also attached a solenoid valve to it and it stops the reaction once closed at night. I think this reactor is very similar and that liquid solution can be dissolved citric acid in the water

[seamus]

Great Have not been watching fish tank videos in a long time. Nice to see your Channel growing and doing well. Soon you'll have a Million Subs. Congrats!

[jamesfranklyn]

Great video, that looks perfect for what I need and such an accessible price.
Thanks
👍

[beastmaster]

Love your videos. i have just got in this hobby a few months ago you have been a huge inspiration. Can you do a follow up / final review on this system as im considering trying it
Keep up the good work!

[SoTypicallyMeh]

Excellent video. So useful and informative. Thanks!

[TDtheGreenMD]

Thanks for showing us this, I’m going to try it for my 20 gallon tank