Thanks Erkut…I can see why a drop checker is needed to monitor CO2 levels since this is “running” all the time. I appreciate you and your channel. Good stuff.
@@paulomelo1471 it doesnt really matter if you have good surface agitation in your setup. I dont use co2 but my friend does and he lets it run all night. Im talking about the diy one.
Love all your videos brother, thanks for all your help and giving me guidance and encouragement. I plan to set something like you have created on a bigger scale like 65 gallon setup.
I think its quite hard to stop the CO2 process once you have started it. You cannot just put on a one way valve because that would cause pressure in the bottle and cause it to explode or leak. One option is a two-way valve with a timer that releases the CO2 into the air while ”off” at night
Hello Erkut ! I saw that by adding two sheets of gelatin to the bottle of sugar you can extend the distribution of CO2 by two weeks! Thank you for this tutorial, it’s the most understandable I’ve seen on the subject ! 🪴🐠🐌🐜
I've done this procedure today and it's actually good to see C02 started after 3 hours 😌 but my question is how to stop it over night? I mean is it safe to close the cap of the bottle after using it with the mixture inside?
@Tropictank thanks for the informative video plus your videos and done on an exceptional high quality level. I have one question. In your opinion what would be the maximum tank size this method work on?
Hi are you getting consistent amount of co2 for 10-13 days or the amount is reducing after few days. And if co2 is not consistent is there any chance for any issues with plants(like algae problem)
Continuously, getting 7-8 days After week amount is reducing! And I’m replacing with New one. No issue so far last 6-7 years. Check my nano aquarium videos all of them running with DIY CO2
The duration can vary depending on the temperature of the environment and the state of the yeast. When I do it, I usually observe a release of carbon dioxide for a period between 10 and 14 days.
Cannot stop it’s for 24/7! I already explained in the video! And again for the DIY co2 systems surface aeration (agitation) is very important for oxygen!
@@Tropictank Can you remove it (the diffuser) at night (and say, put it in a cup of water)? [Note, I watched the video again and saw no mention that you can not stop the CO2 (i.e. that it is 24/7). You do mention that good surface aeration is important, but do not explain why)].
@@captainnolan5062 as long as the surface water is being agitated you will not gas the fish because its constantly off gassing it and bringing in new O2 for livestock... it takes WAY more CO2 than you think to kill livestock...ive been using this method for 5 years in my smaller tanks without any issues whatsoever its super safe.
Thank you so much for this video. But just a question, will it not "suffocate" the fish at night since there isn't any way that the co2 can be adjusted or stopped?
If the CO2 gets high then , increase the distance between CO2 Diffuser and substrate. Like if the diffuser is attached 10 inches deep in the aquarium, then reduce it to 9 or 8 inch and then check the CO2 level. I hope this helps.
Can DIY CO2 give pearling to the plants ?? I am using diy co2 for al most 2 months but i can't see any pearling. My scape is 55L with easy(tropica recomend) plants.
@@gallardo20000 yeah that's honestly what im worried about stuff getting into the tank with just one bottle method, but this guy says he has been doing it for 10 years so i kinda trust him lol
@@TheSunIsMyDestroyer Well I've been doing it for 5 years now. Never had an issue with the stuff getting into my tank. Just make sure the bottle doesn't tip over and you don't shake the contents so they don't get into the tubing. Overall I've never had that issue; even if it gets into the tubing it rarely makes it the entire length and never reaches the diffuser. I Currently have 2 tanks using the single bottle method with no issues. Just use a high quality diffuser to make the most of the co2. People start off using the two bottle method but you will quickly realize its just complicating things and more prone to leaking...
@@Tropictank i did not have any problem with the smell. Try out gelatine from other manufacturers maybe it was faulty. I also use a second bottle for "washing". Small 0,5 l bottle filled with water.
@@theduck4469 Ill try that mix next. I'm currently using a non-gelatine mix it gives around 3bps but only lasts 5 days.. 1bps isn't too bad if you have an efficient diffusion method otherwise it won't be as effective. I place my diffuser right below the water outflow so it acts like an in-line diffuser. I also produce co2 with citric acid cause I can get it for cheap; its much quicker to prepare but lasts around the same for my purposes
@@gallardo20000 In my first bottle i added more yeast and had 3bps output but the bottle lasted around 3 weeks. It depends on the amount of gelatine/yeast you put in.
Hey! I'm new to this and I've been trying to make diy CO2 but I just don't know how much volume of water is needed. I'll appreciate it if someone would tell me :) Edit: I also want to ask how to turn it off? I placed this in my bedroom and i'm afraid it might suffocate me when I sleep and also it will be a waste if you can't turn it off when you're not using it.
This is something I feel like I can actually do! Thank you so very much!
Just let me know the results 🙂
Thanks Erkut…I can see why a drop checker is needed to monitor CO2 levels since this is “running” all the time. I appreciate you and your channel. Good stuff.
Thank you Tom appreciate it
Do you maintain it under water all the time? I thought we had to take it off during the night....
@Sammiboo97 Nice! Thank you!!
@@paulomelo1471 it doesnt really matter if you have good surface agitation in your setup. I dont use co2 but my friend does and he lets it run all night. Im talking about the diy one.
Your videos always inspires me to stay calm and be passionate about this hobby forever 😊
Love all your videos brother, thanks for all your help and giving me guidance and encouragement. I plan to set something like you have created on a bigger scale like 65 gallon setup.
I wish I could but it’s not possible my home at the moment 🙂
Exellant just one question 🙋 how often do you change the bottle x
Informative and very useful for nano tanks 👏
Hi. In your DIY, How do u switch off the Co2 when the tank lights are switched off.
Your tank looks amazing
Thank you
Thanks for the video.
Just wanted to know if you keep this diy co2 going on for 24/7 or anything you do to stop it after the lights go off?
I think its quite hard to stop the CO2 process once you have started it. You cannot just put on a one way valve because that would cause pressure in the bottle and cause it to explode or leak. One option is a two-way valve with a timer that releases the CO2 into the air while ”off” at night
Great co2 DIY with details explanation 👍🏻
Thank you for this video. Can you tell me how long that bottle lasts?
I already mentioned in the video
Im testing to substitute sugar with sugar cane molasses, it is much cheaper on my area. Somehow it is working pretty good.
Hello Erkut ! I saw that by adding two sheets of gelatin to the bottle of sugar you can extend the distribution of CO2 by two weeks! Thank you for this tutorial, it’s the most understandable I’ve seen on the subject ! 🪴🐠🐌🐜
I know that’s method, but I used to use this one almost 10 years and I’m so happy with the results
Hi are you adding warm water to the mix?
Yes 😊
I've done this procedure today and it's actually good to see C02 started after 3 hours 😌 but my question is how to stop it over night? I mean is it safe to close the cap of the bottle after using it with the mixture inside?
You can pull out the diffuser out of the aquarium.
@Tropictank thanks for the informative video plus your videos and done on an exceptional high quality level. I have one question. In your opinion what would be the maximum tank size this method work on?
Thank you so much. This method is effective and safe for up to 27 litres aquariums!
So do you just leave it running all day and night?
Yes
is this only good for nano tanks? my tank is not really nano, its 16 gallon
Up to 27 L it’s OK
Hi are you getting consistent amount of co2 for 10-13 days or the amount is reducing after few days. And if co2 is not consistent is there any chance for any issues with plants(like algae problem)
Continuously, getting 7-8 days After week amount is reducing! And I’m replacing with New one. No issue so far last 6-7 years. Check my nano aquarium videos all of them running with DIY CO2
@@Tropictank Thanks for the reply. I will definitely try this.
If i'm just growing a planted tank without habitants, do i need a HOB or powerhead for surface agitation?
HOB is more than enough if you dont want powerhead take space in your planted tank
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I will work well ...but if your room is cold it won't work as yeast don't produce CO2 in cold temperatures.
Did you use distilled water?
Tap water
@@Tropictank thanks
Thanks a lot for this video :)
Great idea! Good job!
Thank you Pavel✌️
I have air stone instead of diffuser. Does it suitable? Do I need to DIY the airstone?
I suggest you to use co2 diffuser for optimum result
Do you turn it off at night? Or keep it on forever?
24/7 on
How long does it last? 1 week or half a week?
The duration can vary depending on the temperature of the environment and the state of the yeast. When I do it, I usually observe a release of carbon dioxide for a period between 10 and 14 days.
Do you ever do the jello method?
Should you adjust the size of the neo diffuser based on the size of the aquarium? IE: neo tiny for a 5 gallon tank or always use the M size?
of course you can use tiny, but I’d like to use this one! The most important thing is what the drop checker shows 🙂
Seem to work much better then the Tropica Co2 system Bio.
🙂
How do you stop the CO2 dosing at night?
Cannot stop it’s for 24/7! I already explained in the video! And again for the DIY co2 systems surface aeration (agitation) is very important for oxygen!
@@Tropictank Can you remove it (the diffuser) at night (and say, put it in a cup of water)? [Note, I watched the video again and saw no mention that you can not stop the CO2 (i.e. that it is 24/7). You do mention that good surface aeration is important, but do not explain why)].
@@captainnolan5062 as long as the surface water is being agitated you will not gas the fish because its constantly off gassing it and bringing in new O2 for livestock... it takes WAY more CO2 than you think to kill livestock...ive been using this method for 5 years in my smaller tanks without any issues whatsoever its super safe.
Erkut hocam slm önce elinize sağlık harika tanklar paylaşıyorsunuz fakat türkçe alt yazı seçeneği gelmiyor ekleme şansınız varmı
Thank you so much for this video. But just a question, will it not "suffocate" the fish at night since there isn't any way that the co2 can be adjusted or stopped?
I explained in the video! Plus this is the system. I am using more than 10 years and you can see the results rest of my nano tank videos.!
Thank you so much sir
How temperature of water to bottle on mixing?
It’s warm water
lukewarm watert
Since this is always running, what should I do if my co2 gets too high? Should I just open the bottle cap or how do I stop the system?
If the CO2 gets high then , increase the distance between CO2 Diffuser and substrate.
Like if the diffuser is attached 10 inches deep in the aquarium, then reduce it to 9 or 8 inch and then check the CO2 level.
I hope this helps.
Es gibt im Handel Verschlüsse für die Flaschen, die extra für Co2 entwickelt wurden.
Dadurch spart man sich das Basteln und es wird nicht undicht.
Hi dear, Tell me pls 🧐
Turn on light 24/7 ???
8 hours
Have you tried gelatine version?
As I mentioned I have been using the system for a really long time! It’s safe and Gas concentration is perfect!
@@Tropictank I think what JMB means with gelatine version is, as in add gelatine to make the solution last longer
Yeah, I use gelatine version it last for about 4 weeks.
I also use 2 bottles method!
Thankyou 🙋♂️🙋♂️🙋♂️
Can DIY CO2 give pearling to the plants ?? I am using diy co2 for al most 2 months but i can't see any pearling. My scape is 55L with easy(tropica recomend) plants.
What kind plants are you using?
This co2 is good for 10L tank ?
No, it is going to be too much co2! As I always mentioning this recipe is perfect for 30 cm cube tank! With good surface agitation!
New subcriber here...sir, what if i use citric acid and baking soda ...how much citric and soda will i use ?thanks..
My method is the safest one . I didn’t try any other methods because of safety issue.
How long will it last?
It’s explaining in the video
very motivating
Glad to hear that
@@Tropictank it worked for me, thank you
Please make best budget aquatic RGB light
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Nice!
Thanks erkut☺️❤️❤️
You’re welcome
Is this same colour possible like your this tank's plant using diy co2?
Is it safe for the fish?
Yes, if you have enough surface agitation!
is it necessary to run a 2nd bottle with just water to "clean" it?
Very unnecessary; the second bottle complicates the system and more prone to leaking co2
@@gallardo20000 You mean unnecessary right?
@@TheSunIsMyDestroyer yeah typo..corrected it
@@gallardo20000 yeah that's honestly what im worried about stuff getting into the tank with just one bottle method, but this guy says he has been doing it for 10 years so i kinda trust him lol
@@TheSunIsMyDestroyer Well I've been doing it for 5 years now. Never had an issue with the stuff getting into my tank. Just make sure the bottle doesn't tip over and you don't shake the contents so they don't get into the tubing. Overall I've never had that issue; even if it gets into the tubing it rarely makes it the entire length and never reaches the diffuser. I Currently have 2 tanks using the single bottle method with no issues. Just use a high quality diffuser to make the most of the co2. People start off using the two bottle method but you will quickly realize its just complicating things and more prone to leaking...
I tried this when I initially started the hobby but becomes boring after some time. Also the CO2 is not regulated properly so algae issues are there.
This t cheap solution! And I’m using more than 10 years for my nano aquariums and I am so happy with the results 🙂
You can make the bottle last longer with adding gelatine to the mixture. For me it lasts up to 3-4 weeks.
For me it’s not safe and also smells horrible😔
@@Tropictank i did not have any problem with the smell. Try out gelatine from other manufacturers maybe it was faulty. I also use a second bottle for "washing". Small 0,5 l bottle filled with water.
@@theduck4469 what's the exact measurements you use for the gelatin/sugar and yeast for the 2L bottle?
@@theduck4469 Ill try that mix next. I'm currently using a non-gelatine mix it gives around 3bps but only lasts 5 days.. 1bps isn't too bad if you have an efficient diffusion method otherwise it won't be as effective. I place my diffuser right below the water outflow so it acts like an in-line diffuser. I also produce co2 with citric acid cause I can get it for cheap; its much quicker to prepare but lasts around the same for my purposes
@@gallardo20000 In my first bottle i added more yeast and had 3bps output but the bottle lasted around 3 weeks. It depends on the amount of gelatine/yeast you put in.
If you addited gelatine in sugar+water the co2 has more time on
Maybe but I like this recipe more🙂
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Zehra hanım çözüm arıyorum o sorun için✌️
Hey! I'm new to this and I've been trying to make diy CO2 but I just don't know how much volume of water is needed. I'll appreciate it if someone would tell me :)
Edit: I also want to ask how to turn it off? I placed this in my bedroom and i'm afraid it might suffocate me when I sleep and also it will be a waste if you can't turn it off when you're not using it.
U can use this quantity of sugar and yeast, for water upto 30 litres and for overnight flow of CO2 u can put out the diffuser from the tank..
Some people just use sand not aquarium soul for plants. Can you tell us difference between them.
Cool
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Abi Türkçe alt yazı eklersen daha bilgilendirici olur
Videonun çekimi ve editi yaklaşık üç gün sürüyor inanın alt yazı olayına girersem haftada bir video zor yaparım 🙁
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Thank you my friend
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i wonder why someone want to make CO2 DIY, CO2 investment cost is very cheap.
Nein, sind nicht günstig!
co2 Druckflasche 2kg, Co2 Druckminderer, Co2 Nachtabschaltung, = 200 - 250€uro
@@hpjan english , please
In some area, it is pretty hard to find co2 supplier. And price may vary.
Does the water have to be warm?
For co2 mixture yes!