For some time in my 100g tank (50-60g water volume) I've been using an AM 1000 Co2 reactor driven by a 270gph pump at the end of a trickle filter. In addition, I also have a Rena XP3 and (2) koralia powerheads alternating the flow so that there is good flow throughout and surface movement. In testing PH levels throughout the morning, I noted that it took 5-6 hours for the PH to drop 1 point (which is about where the fish start acting up) even though I am turning the solenoid on 2 hours before first light.
Thinking I needed more flow, I since upgraded to a 375gph pump, applied the Venturi mod you mentioned on the DIY reactor and got rid of all but 4 bioballs. While I now see small bubbles coming from the outlet, overall the time for the Co2 to raise to the right level has not improved much if at all.
Due to continued problems with algae and the length of time to stabilize the Co2, I thinks I need a better delivery method. I see tons of Co2 going into the AM 1000 reactor, but no real results. Do I need to get rid of the AM reactor and go DIY, or go with a Rhinox 5000 (or a pair) or try a Rio 1000 needlewheel -- or?
Almost there (I think/hope!)
--George
Thinking I needed more flow, I since upgraded to a 375gph pump, applied the Venturi mod you mentioned on the DIY reactor and got rid of all but 4 bioballs. While I now see small bubbles coming from the outlet, overall the time for the Co2 to raise to the right level has not improved much if at all.
Due to continued problems with algae and the length of time to stabilize the Co2, I thinks I need a better delivery method. I see tons of Co2 going into the AM 1000 reactor, but no real results. Do I need to get rid of the AM reactor and go DIY, or go with a Rhinox 5000 (or a pair) or try a Rio 1000 needlewheel -- or?
Almost there (I think/hope!)
--George