CO2 diffuser problem, need help!!

[zerojoe0917]

I have a 1L DIY CO2, But

CO2 diffuser is not working, am i doing something wrong?

do i need something else?

thanks

Joe

 

[DAVIDFBT]

Is the mix even making bubbles?

 

[247Plants]

DIY CO2 is hit or miss on those ceramic diffusors.

With only 1 1L bottle Id say its not making enough pressure to push it out.

 

[zerojoe0917]

well the bottle it does make bubbles, so i'm not sure

so should i make a bigger one, like a 2L on?

 

[DAVIDFBT]

How deep underwater is the end of the tubing?

 

[zerojoe0917]

u...about 6 in down..

 

[Bk718]

DIY CO2 is hit or miss on those ceramic diffusors.

With only 1 1L bottle Id say its not making enough pressure to push it out.

I agree 110%
diy needs a serious buildup of pressure to break through that ceramic disk.

Some sellers suggest you place the diffuser in a bleach/water mix to unclog it (even if its new)

Either add more bottles to your setup. Or just get a limewood airstone it will produce the same tiny bubbles and will only cost $1-2

 

[zerojoe0917]

Thanks!! i will go get one tmr.. see if it works!! thanks guys

 

[Fishy_Fun]

What size tank do you have the co2 on?I would think a 1L wouldn't do much at all.i have two on 5 gallon and i still need more co2

 

[nickmcmechan]

i have diy with a ceramic diffuser, but i have 3 x 1 litre bottles linked up

if i change the yeast mix for all bottles in one go its about 2-3 hours before i see bubbles

if i change one bottle at a time it s about an hour or so