DIY CO2 For Planted Aquarium! (Cheap and Easy)

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Are you interested in setting up a DIY CO2 system for your planted aquarium? This complete guide will have you running CO2 in your planted tank for cheap (~$30 or less). There is no doubt that CO2 will increase growth rate, propagation, and overall health of nearly all aquarium plants.
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  • @AquariumPlantLab
    @AquariumPlantLab11 ай бұрын

    As mentioned in the video, there are a million different ways to do this. This is what I do. It works well and it’s simple. I like to keep things as simple as possible so that’s what this setup is geared for. Feel free to make this more complicated if you want but you don’t need to 😊 One additional thought! Make sure to place the bottle somewhere where it won’t get knocked over 👍 Need some aquarium plants? Consider supporting the channel by purchasing through my website! 🌱aquariumplantlab.com Heres an affiliate link to the diffuser I use (I get a small commssion if you shop through this link): amzn.to/3XcQyLW

  • @JNAQUATICS

    @JNAQUATICS

    11 ай бұрын

    I am not sure if you respond on here but does it need to be a short wire or is a longer wire ok?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    @@JNAQUATICS longer should work too. I’ve had one with probably an 8 foot section of tubing and it worked fine. It will take a bit more time to build up pressure but should produce co2 in time 👍

  • @JNAQUATICS

    @JNAQUATICS

    11 ай бұрын

    @AquariumPlantLab did you ever have issues with yours just filling up with water instead? I'm going to probably redo it if by tonight it doesn't set correctly.

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    I have not had that issue. But I always put the bottle on the same shelf as my tank or above the tank. If you put it below your tank it could create a strong siphon initially in which case a check valve should solve that issue 👍. If it gets filled with water definitely restart you could run into issues if the bottle is full of water.

  • @JNAQUATICS

    @JNAQUATICS

    11 ай бұрын

    @AquariumPlantLab it finally worked. I found out it was the yeast I used. Switched that and boom 💥

  • @TheNathansblog
    @TheNathansblog5 ай бұрын

    This was such a simple way and explanation for me to understand and simplify this method.

  • @larslinebarger6712
    @larslinebarger67123 ай бұрын

    Man I was just about to go out and buy a cartridge setup, this is badass!!! Thanks for the post!!!!

  • @Michael-do2cg
    @Michael-do2cg8 ай бұрын

    Thanks man, I really mean that. Ive used your videos to turn my basement into an aquatic plant farm.

  • @johnlumb1078
    @johnlumb10789 ай бұрын

    Will defo try this thanks. Have canisters etc. but they became ridiculously expensive and the bottle canisters are hard to get.

  • @josephtoth5500
    @josephtoth55007 ай бұрын

    Can you please make a detailed in depth video on the fertilizer you use for the semi hydroponic set up you have? How much you use, how you dilute it for foliage spray etc. Thanks. I love your content. I’m hooked.

  • @Sinserg
    @Sinserg11 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing, one of the best DIY set ups out there :)

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks! Yes this is an easy DIY setup and it works! 🌱

  • @SandyAquatics
    @SandyAquatics3 ай бұрын

    best video ever for the CO2 injection system....I thought it was so complicated......Man...m ur fan.....all the best.

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    3 ай бұрын

    Nothing will really compare to a dialed in pressurized co2 system, but a simple setup like this still brings significant benefit to plants 🌱 . Glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @Stallion-Koi
    @Stallion-Koi4 ай бұрын

    Thanks bud just installing one now I don't want huge C02 productions I'm only using on bottle on 425L along wit ferts

  • @RaphaelBorges19
    @RaphaelBorges199 ай бұрын

    Olá, passando para agradecer o ótimo conteúdo que você proporciona, confesso que estou maratonando os videos de cultivo da anubia nana kkkkkk. Como ponto positivo para o seu canal, saiba que seus videos ja chegaram ao Brasil, abraços meu amigo 👊

  • @hikmetdemirkan678
    @hikmetdemirkan6789 ай бұрын

    I really like your hydroponic systems, especially the ponds where you grew java fern and anubias were great, have you tried echinodorus in the same ponds? I want to try the same method for echinodorus, would you recommend?

  • @reymundorodriguezg
    @reymundorodriguezg6 ай бұрын

    I tried this after being a bit annoyed from diy co2 and it way better than what I was doing before. The thing that makes it so much less tedious is use one bottle method, and instead of instant yeast use quick rise

  • @reymundorodriguezg

    @reymundorodriguezg

    6 ай бұрын

    I also stopped putting so much sugar that I had to boil the water to make dilute it. And stopped adding gelatin, it still lasts long without it

  • @erikm8372
    @erikm837211 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this. 🙏🏽 …If there’s anyone’s method or opinion I would trust from YT, it would be yours! Simple, consistent & effective explanations! I’ve always thought of doing CO2, but it seems daunting; it seems like trigonometry or calculus or something, while I’m on Algebra 2 w my dirt tanks! Haha. But killing it. So my friend moved away & left me her entire CO2 setup, a solenoid regulator, diffusers/tubing, drop checker, plus a couple of 20 lb. refillable metal tanks, I think-they’re like 1.5’-2’ tall & heavy. But I’ve been so lost w what to do!! I need to pay someone to set it up. Or try the yeast method first. And tbh, once I saw the “light” with dirt tanks, the use of CO2 hadn’t really crossed my mind again, as the dirt really takes plants to another level; but I know that the addition (a low to moderate amount) of CO2 would be sublime. Still, even with dirt only, I have large Amazon swords; crinums, hairgrass and sagittaria running all over, several crypt species (no melt with dirt for me), plus huge vivid Alternanthera, red tiger & pink lotuses… so I do wanna see what CO2 will do to improve it, even more.

  • @JulianTorreas
    @JulianTorreas2 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this. I setup today working a treat, can't wait to see result in a month or 2.

  • @JulianTorreas

    @JulianTorreas

    2 ай бұрын

    I noted about running it at night. I have 2 air pumps and excellent water flow but worried running 24/7 might not be good for my fish. Only things in tank r 1 clown Louch and 1 muscle. Is 110L tank

  • @aaronwentaway

    @aaronwentaway

    Ай бұрын

    @@JulianTorreas it's fine i did this method in a 20 gallon and my fish were fine.

  • @JulianTorreas

    @JulianTorreas

    Ай бұрын

    @@aaronwentaway yeah I've been messing about with it. It's all good. Appreciate the reply ☺️

  • @lebowskiunderachiever3591
    @lebowskiunderachiever35915 ай бұрын

    Ideal size tank for this setup? I plan on setting up a 29 gallon. Also want to mention that hope to have plants in good condition before adding fish. Thanks, great video

  • @tunipdagamer5956
    @tunipdagamer59562 ай бұрын

    I love your content bro please start posting again

  • @emilynguyen0822
    @emilynguyen08228 ай бұрын

    You can add gelatine in the mixture , it will last longer maybe 1 month or more , but the amount of co2 out will decrease

  • @mr.octopus6972

    @mr.octopus6972

    7 ай бұрын

    And you can drink it after 🥴🍻😵‍💫

  • @chilwill5081

    @chilwill5081

    6 ай бұрын

    I think you are MJ subscriber 😊

  • @AnoraJohnson

    @AnoraJohnson

    2 ай бұрын

    How much gelatine, and when? Also, is this the same as jello?

  • @mikey5913

    @mikey5913

    Ай бұрын

    Hey thanks! I'll look into this. Sounfs like a win-win for smaller set-ups.

  • @naginideveloper8386
    @naginideveloper838611 ай бұрын

    If you feed the co2 directly to the diffuser using this method, I have found that it gets kind of clogged relatively quickly. What I do is filtering the co2 through pure water contained in a second bottle.

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    Yup that is another great method! I’ve found so long as I leave a sufficient gap of air above the sugar solution then only gas makes it to the airline. I haven’t had an issue with clogging personally. Occasionally I’ll give the diffuser a quick scrub and when I restart I always clean it 🌱

  • @dblockk522
    @dblockk5229 ай бұрын

    Could I use in this a 5G tank with a sponge filter to offset too much CO2? Is there a certain about I can add to such a small tank? Thanks!

  • @20Aleksa08
    @20Aleksa0810 ай бұрын

    I started using this kind of CO2 systems about half a year ago and I have seen some improvements with how long it lasts if you put the bottle in a cool place at night, the yeast stops working at night so the sugar stays in the water for longer to be consumed during the day. I have also seen minor improvements when i switched the yeast during refills for a bit of water from the old system, already established yeast seems to work better. Hope this helps ❤

  • @kieranmitchelle7948

    @kieranmitchelle7948

    3 ай бұрын

    What do you do with the defuser at night?

  • @20Aleksa08

    @20Aleksa08

    3 ай бұрын

    @@kieranmitchelle7948 I use one of those porus air stones attached to the end of the tube so its easy to take out. It can be placed into a container so that it doesnt spread aquarium water everywhere

  • @20Aleksa08

    @20Aleksa08

    3 ай бұрын

    @@kieranmitchelle7948 also dont put it in a very cold place, it just needs to be a bit chill

  • @kieranmitchelle7948

    @kieranmitchelle7948

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you :)

  • @20Aleksa08

    @20Aleksa08

    3 ай бұрын

    @@kieranmitchelle7948 no problem, Im happy to help 👍☣🦆💙

  • @rickzamojski4646
    @rickzamojski464611 ай бұрын

    What a great video. I never thought it could be that easy

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks! It really is that easy. Definitely invest in a good diffuser though, there are plenty of great options out there and the one featured is an excellent option 😊

  • @aquahobby1982
    @aquahobby198211 ай бұрын

    Thats great yield out of that small bottle. This will inspire many to crank up CO2.. nice video as usual ❤

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    It really is amazing how much co2 yeast produces 😂, active little organisms! And I hope so!

  • @AgeOrmstad
    @AgeOrmstad5 ай бұрын

    Sweet man 🤙

  • @sparshakhantamim8653
    @sparshakhantamim86538 ай бұрын

    For propagating anubias instead of hydroponics clay balls ,what can we use ?

  • @terra2468
    @terra246810 ай бұрын

    thank you for the video. your advice is to close/stop the co2 at night. how? add a valve and close the hose between the bottle and the aquarium? or take the diffuser from the water at night and let the co2 still running? second question: it will be ok leave the co2 running inside the aquarium for 12-16 hrs a day?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    10 ай бұрын

    Do NOT plug the bottle or attempt to stop the flow of co2 in any way, at any time, that will cause the bottle to explode. You have to leave it running all the time. Because you can’t stop the co2 at night you will want to keep an eye on your fish for a few days, if they are exhibiting stress it may be necessary to add an airstone at night to counteract the co2 in the water. I would watch the second half of the video again. Particularly starting at 8:18 Thanks for watching!

  • @Famous4908
    @Famous4908Ай бұрын

    Quick question.....can you run an Airstone along with the CO2 running constantly?

  • @bertnuts
    @bertnuts5 ай бұрын

    Love the content. Wondering why you don't use air stones in your tanks.

  • @juliusesarda

    @juliusesarda

    4 ай бұрын

    Because it already has a wave maker in the tank.

  • @crystalmitchell5581
    @crystalmitchell558122 күн бұрын

    So can I run my air bubbler/sponge filter 24/7 while running co2 24/7

  • @Rick-xy4bt
    @Rick-xy4bt7 ай бұрын

    Not sure if it's a reflection from your camera lighting, but in the video, it seems like there is a cloudiness coming from the diffuser. Is that the case, or is it just the lighting.

  • @melissagough8283
    @melissagough82836 ай бұрын

    I have an air stone running constantly anyway.. would this mean I have to have choose between the two? (Except for at night as you already explained) thank you. This method has made me less anxious about giving it a go myself. Really clear instructions also. Following.

  • @Dakintosh

    @Dakintosh

    5 ай бұрын

    No. Increased O2 in the water does not reduce CO2.

  • @motivationallife1098
    @motivationallife10988 ай бұрын

    hey i have a question, so basically i have this diy system, but i am running an air pump with the co2 for 24/7 day and night, is that fine? or problems will occur? can someone help me with this

  • @kelvintan3242
    @kelvintan324211 ай бұрын

    Hi Will! Just wondering if you’ve got any tips on growing plants emerse during winter? I’ve set some tubs up but doesn’t look like much humidity is building up due to the cold weather?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    Are you growing indoors or outdoors?

  • @kelvintan3242

    @kelvintan3242

    11 ай бұрын

    @@AquariumPlantLab inside the garage. Warmer than all indoor part of the house.

  • @owbdheiwodbi2yeh620
    @owbdheiwodbi2yeh620Ай бұрын

    I did a diy co2 set up but i have a problem i dont get any co2 bubbles into my tank i did check all the holes no leak i think my diffuser is brocken or maybe you guys have some idea

  • @WesCrockettCA
    @WesCrockettCA8 ай бұрын

    Going to set this up this weekend! I'm running just a 3gallon planted shrimp tank... I think i'll need a regulator of some sort to reduce the flow of co2. Any recommendations for one?

  • @Funkypots_

    @Funkypots_

    4 ай бұрын

    Not too sure if you figured something else out but saw someone use 2 tubes instead of one in the cap and just clamp the one outside the tank during the day and at night unclamp so that it releases out into the air. Hope this helps

  • @misteralex01
    @misteralex0110 ай бұрын

    What is the black pump on the side of your tank? I’ve been looking for something to make movement in my water since I have a long tank, thanks!

  • @roymoses1945

    @roymoses1945

    2 ай бұрын

    It's called a power head, basically an underwater fan...

  • @user-rt6zv9py6h
    @user-rt6zv9py6h4 ай бұрын

    Hi Will what part of the NW are you located?

  • @shaungrubb6598
    @shaungrubb65986 ай бұрын

    Great video. I’m going to give it ago. How many hours are your lights on? And every two weeks or when the co2 has stopped do you just repeat the process?? Thanks.

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    6 ай бұрын

    My tank lights are on anywhere from 6-10 hours a day depending on the setup and how bright I have the lights set. Yup when co2 output slows or stops just take it out of there and repeat. 👍

  • @shaungrubb6598

    @shaungrubb6598

    6 ай бұрын

    Awesome. Thanks.

  • @xmaTKDmma
    @xmaTKDmmaАй бұрын

    i definitely dont get this amount of bubbles like the video unless i shake it up then its gone after a few seconds. Co2 drop checker i have doesnt even change colors. gona wait n see if anything changes but seems way better just to save up and get an actual tank.

  • @MoXoMDK89
    @MoXoMDK893 ай бұрын

    How many liters is this good for? I have a 120Liter 😊

  • @atheist615
    @atheist6153 ай бұрын

    Can i add a spoon of baking soda in the solution as well? Plz reply

  • @UncleSKO
    @UncleSKO8 ай бұрын

    What about the smell of yeast fermentation?

  • @coolfinsaquatics590
    @coolfinsaquatics59011 ай бұрын

    So u can’t cut it off how do I turn off at night or do I have to keep doing process every time I wanna use co2

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    That is covered towards the end of the video. You can leave it running but you should take some precautions. So I suggest watching the video all the way through. 🌱

  • @vannarasong
    @vannarasongАй бұрын

    could you just pull out the diffuser from the tank at night and just let the c20 dissipate into the air in your home? Then put it back in when lights are turned back on in your fish tank?

  • @sergiohenriquedefaria9624
    @sergiohenriquedefaria96248 ай бұрын

    Excellent video. Did it help?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    8 ай бұрын

    Definitely helps! I use it only when I need faster growth. Growth rate increases significantly when its running.

  • @tanzhien6019
    @tanzhien601911 ай бұрын

    Hello may I know when do you know you need to replace the bottle? Is that when the co2 run out?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    Good question. After a week or so you’ll see the output slowly reduce and eventually it will stop all together. I typically wait until output has stopped or is nearly there then I take it apart clean the diffuser and replace the solution. Another way to check on it is give the bottle a squeeze. When it is running out there won’t be much pressure left and you can feel it 🌱

  • @tanzhien6019

    @tanzhien6019

    11 ай бұрын

    @@AquariumPlantLab alright thanks for the reply! :)

  • @franciswehberg802

    @franciswehberg802

    5 ай бұрын

    What size aquarium will this handle? I have a 120 and would like to try this.

  • @kevin-justacs1008
    @kevin-justacs100811 ай бұрын

    I have a couple of planted tanks with co2 I want to take trimmings and put them in tank without co2 without killing stems because they are use to co2 how would I transition them

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    You shouldn’t need to do anything special. Provided the plants you want to move do not “require” CO2, just plant them as normal and let them be. They should adapt easily as long as you have quality light and nutrients available to them. 🌱

  • @kevin-justacs1008

    @kevin-justacs1008

    11 ай бұрын

    @AquariumPlantLab well the plants have been in co2 for over a year I don't want to setup another co2 tank with clippings and don't want to buy more plants when I have plenty to clip

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    Some plants require co2 to grow submerged but MOST don’t. If it is a requirement they will need it, simple as that. If co2 is not a “requirement” then it should not matter how long they have been grown with co2. They should always still grow without it. I would suggest looking up each species you want to move to the new tank and determining if co2 is required or not. Stick with the ones where co2 is not required. There may be some melt initially but they should adapt. Start with smaller clippings to limit this. Most aquarium plants are classified as emergent wetland plants in nature. They are very efficient at adapting to fluctuating water levels and co2 levels. Think about dry season verse wet season along the edge of a creek or pond in nature. Most of our aquarium plants originate from such habitats. 🌱

  • @klypz8513
    @klypz85132 ай бұрын

    Thought: could you splice in a valve to close off the co2 at night? 🤔 would this exact system & size benefit a 75g tank in your opinion? I’m subscribing. I like your style

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    2 ай бұрын

    No that would be dangerous. If you installed a valve the pressure in the bottle will continue to build causing the bottle to either explode or your line/diffuser/valve to pop off. The pressure needs to be able to flow freely to the diffuser at all times. If you want control like that I would invest in a formal commercial pressurized co2 system. If you want to use a DIY setup like shown in the video for your 75 gallon I bet you would see a benefit but I would probably go with a larger bottle like a 2 liter. Again, do NOT use a valve. Thanks for subscribing and for watching :) 🌱

  • @klypz8513

    @klypz8513

    2 ай бұрын

    @@AquariumPlantLab the valve part had me questioning. Maybe minimize the amount release. Turning it down at night vs having it on full time. I do run a sponge in the tank, that should gas off the co2? As far as a 2l bottle, double the sugar and yeast? Say 2 cups of sugar to 1 pack of yeast?

  • @j.murph3
    @j.murph32 ай бұрын

    very informative video : ) one question I have as a newbie to the hobby: if I want to use a DIY CO2 system for a few weeks while a tank is cycling to help the plants grow faster, but then plan to remove the system before adding livestock, would there be any repercussions?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    2 ай бұрын

    Stick with plants that do not require co2. If you do that then most likely the only thing you’ll notice when you remove the co2 is a reduction in growth rate and possibly some algae. Those would also apply if you didn’t use co2 in the first place. So in my opinion using co2 for the first month or two would only bring benefits.

  • @j.murph3

    @j.murph3

    2 ай бұрын

    @@AquariumPlantLab thanks for the tip! super helpful : ) follow up for you: any suggestions on some beginner friendly non-CO2 requiring plants? Would love some kind of carpet as well as a full/tall background behind the hardscape. Cheers!

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    2 ай бұрын

    @user-ml5mq1mx6u happy to help. I would recommend starting with some of the easiest plants to find success. Then branching out from there. Some good taller plants would be Water wisteria, Bacopa Caroliniana, Ludwigia Repens, and Java Fern. Good options for carpet types would include dwarf sagittaria, Cryptocoryne wendtii, and Pearl Weed. Crypt wendtii is a smaller rosette plant that is pretty easy to keep and Pearl weed is technically a very small stem plant but can be used for a carpeting look if trimmed and trimmings replanted from time to time to help keep them shorter. I actually sell all of these with the exception of dwarf sag which I am working on offering also. All of my plants are grown by me. You can checkout my website at aquariumplantlab.com good luck! Keeping plants is fun. There’s a learning curve but once you start having success with plants it’s hard to keep tanks without them 😊

  • @owenlarson07366
    @owenlarson0736610 ай бұрын

    I used an Amazon product for a two-bottle setup and it exploded one day and knocked a hole through the drywall on my ceiling. Solenoid may have failed.

  • @kamdavegray
    @kamdavegray2 ай бұрын

    Can you add an air regulator to the line so you can control the amount of c02 injection?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    2 ай бұрын

    I wouldn’t. You don’t want excess pressure to build in the bottle that could cause it to explode or your line pop off. If you want regulated I would get a regular commercial pressurized system.

  • @jorykozak1239
    @jorykozak12396 ай бұрын

    would it be a fair comment to say,,, that as the co2 bubbles are entering your wave maker or pump on the side glass, the bubbles are collapsing? i find the bubbles disappear in my tank wherever there is high flow, they just seem to collapse

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    6 ай бұрын

    Yup. The longer you can keep the bubbles in the water the more co2 will diffuse into the water. If they reach the surface before disappearing then you’ll lose some to the atmosphere. Putting a wave maker above the diffuser is a great way to increase efficiency. Getting the smallest bubbles out of your diffuser also helps here greatly. 👍

  • @jorykozak1239

    @jorykozak1239

    6 ай бұрын

    @@AquariumPlantLab I’m just running the diy in a 75G for now. Seems to be getting almost 2 bubbles per second. No change to indicator tho. I think I will move it to fx6 filter intake and see if it is absorbed more efficiently that way.

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    6 ай бұрын

    @@jorykozak1239 for a 75 gallon you may need to run multiple diy units or at least a bigger bottle. Good luck!

  • @savannachristensen392
    @savannachristensen392Ай бұрын

    The CO2 diffuser that you linked is no longer available on Amazon, could I connect directly to an air stone instead?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    Ай бұрын

    Airstones will not produce fine enough bubbles for proper diffusion, you’ll want a co2 diffuser. 👍

  • @mustafaalrayes9218
    @mustafaalrayes92183 ай бұрын

    where are you ? we missed your videos

  • @ortisumbara4314
    @ortisumbara43143 ай бұрын

    What if I don’t have any circulation machine…?my tank just like calm low tech nano kind..does the co2 still absorb on the whole water?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    3 ай бұрын

    Yes but not as efficiently. The longer you can keep those bubbles suspended the higher the efficiency of co2 being dissolved into solution. Still without a circulation source you will definitely increase co2.

  • @ortisumbara4314

    @ortisumbara4314

    3 ай бұрын

    @@AquariumPlantLab thanks for your attention and reply sir, but I still have one question, wich one better between mix of sugar and yeast or citrus and soda ?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    3 ай бұрын

    @ortisumbara4314 I only have experience with yeast unfortunately!

  • @ortisumbara4314

    @ortisumbara4314

    3 ай бұрын

    @@AquariumPlantLab thanks I think I’ll choose yeast and sugar too then

  • @myrellard7274
    @myrellard727410 ай бұрын

    Do i have to use special tubing for CO2, or will airline tubing work? I currently have it set up for over 24 hours and nothing is happening. Not sure what i did wrong? I did get by accident water in the diffuser… is that bad?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    10 ай бұрын

    Any airline tubing should work. Silicone may leak a little but shouldn’t be noticeable. If your yeast hasnt activated it could be old and dead, water initially could have been too hot and killed them, or the suger to water ratio could be off. Those are the most likely reasons for no output. After 24 hours it should definitely be working.

  • @myrellard7274

    @myrellard7274

    10 ай бұрын

    @@AquariumPlantLab I think it must be the yeast then. Going to pick up some (hopefully) fresh stuff and try again 😀. Thank you for your input.

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    10 ай бұрын

    Good luck, the brand of yeast featured in the video has worked well for me. Dry fast acting bread yeast is what you want from my experience anyway.

  • @myrellard7274

    @myrellard7274

    10 ай бұрын

    New package of yeast and it’s working like a charm!! Thank you!!

  • @akvaristugur9479
    @akvaristugur94794 ай бұрын

    Merhabalar güzel bilgiler 😊 dostum 🙋👌👍👏

  • @justinmorrow2932
    @justinmorrow29328 ай бұрын

    could you just use sourdough mother and flour?

  • @michaeljiang6437
    @michaeljiang64377 ай бұрын

    Question: if I wanted to increase co2 amount, can I connect 2 reaction bottles together to 1 diffuser?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    7 ай бұрын

    I would just use a bigger bottle :)

  • @michaeljiang6437

    @michaeljiang6437

    7 ай бұрын

    thank you, is it true that more sugar the better?@@AquariumPlantLab

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    7 ай бұрын

    @@michaeljiang6437 to a point. Too much and you can overwhelm the yeast leading to slower or none at all. Not sure what concentration would cause this off the top of my head though. I would try the ratio mentioned in the video and increase slowly from there each time.

  • @michaeljiang6437

    @michaeljiang6437

    7 ай бұрын

    thank you!@@AquariumPlantLab

  • @byz513
    @byz513Ай бұрын

    I hope you're alive and doing well, Will! 🏆👏🏽🥇

  • @jakej5622
    @jakej56229 ай бұрын

    Hello I’m New to Chanel. Question how can I get a hold of you for some newbee question. On store website says general questions not awnsered . I want to purchase some plants for my Koi/Goldfish/Water Garden

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    9 ай бұрын

    If you’ve got questions about the plants I have to offer I am happy to help :) I put that on there because I was getting lots of spam emails awhile back. 🌱

  • @jakej5622

    @jakej5622

    9 ай бұрын

    @@AquariumPlantLab ok great thank you i understand.

  • @michaelolsen3119
    @michaelolsen31193 ай бұрын

    I made one like yours. I am having problems with the co2 flow stopping all of a sudden. Then i have to shake the bottle to get it going again. There are no leaks on the hose, so makes no sense. The co2 can only go in one place. But it doesnt.

  • @xmaTKDmma

    @xmaTKDmma

    Ай бұрын

    did you figure it out i get the same thing. just dies off quick

  • @Reymundo65
    @Reymundo652 ай бұрын

    I’m a homebrewer, and I would say you should look at home brew Mart for your equipment. There’s all kinds of things like this there.

  • @Jackson22379
    @Jackson2237911 ай бұрын

    Try to find a cap with a nozzle, like used for cooking oil . This would reduce the chance for leakge from silicone ,

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    The airlines I use also contain silicone haha, I’m aware that co2 can diffuse through co2 to an extent. That concern likely stems from co2 silicone membrane diffusion applications. The rate of co2 loss through a thicker silicone material like this would be pretty negligible at low PSI so I’m not concerned about it but if I stumble across them I’ll probably pick up a few to have on hand for convenience! 🫧

  • @jonathonduran5701
    @jonathonduran57019 ай бұрын

    How long does this method work for until it has to be changed out?

  • @ArchangelHornet

    @ArchangelHornet

    9 ай бұрын

    he said approx. 2 weeks

  • @WilmarAndreyMendoza
    @WilmarAndreyMendoza7 ай бұрын

    how long does this co2 last? thanks

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    7 ай бұрын

    Covered in the video, up to 2 weeks. If it’s warmer in the room less time if it’s cooler longer. Generally speaking.

  • @volcanixthanksyoufortheviewz
    @volcanixthanksyoufortheviewz11 ай бұрын

    Can scoop up a Co2 diffuser from TEMU for 5$ 😁 Also, do I even need this if I have a bioactive tank?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    Most aquarium plants do not “need” injected co2, some do though. But co2 will definitely increase growth. Bioactive tanks and particularly those with soil base substrate produce low levels of co2 naturally but will still benefit from the co2 boost from a diy co2 system. I generally don’t use co2 personally but if I am looking to increase growth/propagation rate then it is helpful for that purpose :)

  • @volcanixthanksyoufortheviewz

    @volcanixthanksyoufortheviewz

    11 ай бұрын

    @@AquariumPlantLab awesome, Im going to use this method in my spare tank to propagate my Tank Grass and Rotala Indica, I would be crushed if I gassed out my fish, so sans fish for now lol 😭

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    Awesome! Good luck with your tank! If you do put fish in there keep an eye on them for awhile after adding the co2. Particularly if your tank is small. Cheers!

  • @ZiqqD4C.
    @ZiqqD4C.3 ай бұрын

    is there any different about using 1 bottle or 2 bottle???

  • @ripple7715

    @ripple7715

    2 ай бұрын

    using 2 bottles can absorb alcohol produced by yeast

  • @almerdizon1729
    @almerdizon17298 ай бұрын

    How to make foliar fertilizer spray 😭

  • @LeviVanSluijs
    @LeviVanSluijs7 ай бұрын

    Can you use an air stone as an diffuser?

  • @michaeljiang6437

    @michaeljiang6437

    7 ай бұрын

    You can but it’s less efficient. Small bubble help co2 to dissolve in water, while large bubble goes to the surface and escape from the aquarium.

  • @LeviVanSluijs

    @LeviVanSluijs

    7 ай бұрын

    @@michaeljiang6437 ok thank you

  • @tristanfavreau8825
    @tristanfavreau882511 ай бұрын

    Whats the measurment of the yeast?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    Good question! One packet contains 1/4 oz of yeast, which is approximately 2.25 teaspoons. So add 0.75 to 1 teaspoon to the bottle 👍

  • @tristanfavreau8825

    @tristanfavreau8825

    11 ай бұрын

    @Aquarium Plant Lab Amazing, thank you!

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    @@tristanfavreau8825 no problem thanks for watching!

  • @ricpaul3397
    @ricpaul3397Ай бұрын

    I tried this but very little to non bubbles is coming out.

  • @muhammadfarizzahirali3313
    @muhammadfarizzahirali331311 ай бұрын

    With this method, you'll need a lot of sugar. If you wanna save more money, dissolve that sugar with agar. With sugar being hardened, it will minimize the use of sugar, just change the yeast solution every 1 or 2 weeks. Cheers!

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    This recipe lasts me about 2 weeks 👍

  • @samhennies6493
    @samhennies64933 ай бұрын

    I made your system and purchased a neo S diffuser. I’m a bit frustrated. When I attach the tubing to the neo diffuser, I can hear my plastic bottle expanding and no bubbles come out of the diffuser. If I just put the tubing in the aquarium, big bubbles are coming out. So, I’m getting co2, but the diffuser seems clogged. I soaked it for an hour first in water. I soaked I it in a bleach solution. No luck. Hooked it up to an air pump so see if bubbles would appear. No luck. Finally, got annoyed and got my smallest drill bit and popped a hole in the top. Big, likely useless bubbles come out. Your thoughts.? Lack of pressure? Clogged diffuser? Thanks. Your vid’s are great. Sam

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    3 ай бұрын

    Sorry to hear this! I’ve not run into that issue. Some pressure does need to build before it will start making the little bubbles. But you don’t want too much to risk blowing the bottle though. Unfortunately if you drilled a hole it in it would be ruined. I would suggest reaching out to the seller to see if you can get a replacement. Good luck!

  • @samhennies6493

    @samhennies6493

    3 ай бұрын

    Got a second one. Same deal

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    3 ай бұрын

    @@samhennies6493 that’s bizarre. I would check for leaks in the lines and connection points. Make sure gas isn’t escaping before it can be forced through the diffuser. You need a pretty good amount of pressure to force the gas through those tiny pores in the diffuser. So you may be losing some gas somewhere. You could spray the system with some soapy water to look for leaks.

  • @samhennies6493

    @samhennies6493

    3 ай бұрын

    Don’t know if this was smart. Hooked it up to an air pump to see any kind of bubble would come out. Nothing.

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    3 ай бұрын

    @samhennies6493 I doubt an air pump would produce enough pressure. You need a good amount of pressure.

  • @byz513
    @byz5138 ай бұрын

    We need yooouuuuu

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    7 ай бұрын

    🏆

  • @ahmadse
    @ahmadse7 ай бұрын

    Where are man??!! We miss you!!

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    7 ай бұрын

    With winter approaching I’ll be back to some extent anyway :)

  • @SirKingHoff
    @SirKingHoff5 ай бұрын

    better way, dissolve the sugar in water in a saucepan and then cool. then put in bottle and insert yeast

  • @michaelglennwilliams6278
    @michaelglennwilliams62787 ай бұрын

    Does it smell like yeast though?

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    7 ай бұрын

    Can’t really tell from my experience anyway

  • @EsteGlez
    @EsteGlez5 ай бұрын

    Any video updates?

  • @andrew1131

    @andrew1131

    5 ай бұрын

    The website says he's under going some major upgrades

  • @EsteGlez

    @EsteGlez

    5 ай бұрын

    @@andrew1131 yeah but it’s been months since he posted a video hahah I’d like to see a video on his progress

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    5 ай бұрын

    I’m just busy :) Haven’t had much time to make content for awhile now. I’m growing plants now to support a living so the plants are my first priority. I’ll make some more content this winter though, just need to get this expansion wrapped up first 🌱

  • @spennythegod
    @spennythegod9 ай бұрын

    Do you have a place with phone/email where you can be contacted?

  • @Tmueller2366
    @Tmueller23665 ай бұрын

    How about using 100% fruit juice . Make wine you can drink and feed your plant with the CO2.😊

  • @takdeideanakletaknamaapa
    @takdeideanakletaknamaapaАй бұрын

    this mixture will produce alcohol, you might need another bottle with just water to dissolve the alcohol

  • @byz513
    @byz51311 ай бұрын

    Videooooooo

  • @AquariumPlantLab

    @AquariumPlantLab

    11 ай бұрын

    It’s not a video til Byz is here. The real OG 🏆

  • @schilling3003
    @schilling30038 күн бұрын

    These just are not worth the risk. CO2 should be shut off at night as plants stop uptaking CO2 and can actually release some. You get a big surge in CO2 production from the yeast in the middle of the night and you could kill your fish.

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