I have previously run pressurized CO2 into my tank through a internal CO2 reactor (inverted gravel vac with powerhead attached). The system is controlled with a pH controller set at pH of 6.7. I am very interested in adding a bubble mist and have ordered the fine mist sweetwater airstones from aquaticeco. The point I am confused about is:
1. Whether I should continue to use the reactor and just add an airstone near a filter outlet?
2. Keep the pH monitor hooked up to control the system? Or just let it bubble in during the day? (the last Barrreport talked about ability of fish to tolerate wide pH swings, but it wasn't clear to me whether I should let this happen if I don't have to)
3. Remove the reactor and add a couple of airstones with the pH controller in place?
The tank is 75g, 220w CF, heavily planted, heavy fish load, fluorite/profile mix, with pressurized CO2 with pH controller (off at night)
Thanks,
Gary
(confused in north cackalackey)
1. Whether I should continue to use the reactor and just add an airstone near a filter outlet?
2. Keep the pH monitor hooked up to control the system? Or just let it bubble in during the day? (the last Barrreport talked about ability of fish to tolerate wide pH swings, but it wasn't clear to me whether I should let this happen if I don't have to)
3. Remove the reactor and add a couple of airstones with the pH controller in place?
The tank is 75g, 220w CF, heavily planted, heavy fish load, fluorite/profile mix, with pressurized CO2 with pH controller (off at night)
Thanks,
Gary
(confused in north cackalackey)