Green Water

[DJDrZ]

So, I think my Green Killing Machine bulb died after 3 months! Stoopit machine. Now, the green water is back. Prolly due to fluctuating nutrient levels, most likely CO2. So, I am thinking of going to pressurized CO2 (around the holidays). The tank is planted, but not heavily. Should I bother with the UV sterilizer, or save that money and put it towards the pressurized setup.

To that end, why isn't there a sticky telling former DIY-ers like me what exactly parts we need and where to get them. I want a low-end CO2 setup to keep the plants growing and the green water away.

 

[dundadundun]

this should provide more than you need to know... http://www.barrreport.com/forumdisplay.php/6-CO2-and-Aquatic-Plant-Fertilization

 

[coach_z]

your green water came back because the UV never solved your problem that was causing the green water.

I doubt that CO2 is the main cause of your green water. It is more than likely a nutrient and light issue. What type of ferts are you dosing and what is your regimen. Also, are you doing DIY CO2

With that said, i would definitely invest in co2 over UV again.

 

[James0816]

Definately not your DIY CO2 causing it. There is something more there.

 

[jasonG75]

Should I bother with the UV sterilizer, or save that money and put it towards the pressurized setup.

Yeap, save the money on the sterilizer and buy the pressurized setup. And also work out your photo time better, that is the primary cause of the green water.