Ca reactor CO2 regulator settings

[orthokardia]

I am setting up my reactor in the AM, but I do not know what psi I should set the CO2 regulator.

THX - bart

 

[Pickupman66]

Bart. I know it is low. MRC sais 10 psi for my reactor

 

[poolkeeper1]

Anywhere from 3psi to 10psi depending on the reactor, You can look at the Co's Site and get that info on most brands. If your using a Controller to regulate the Co2 addition the rate of bubbles is not important, Just keep it slow enough as to not waste it or overdose and have your PH go so low you turn the media to mush. That is an issue with old style reactors that use small grain media. Let all adjustments go for 48hrs B4 making changes.
It's best to start @ 7.00 to 6.8 range as to not get too much until you figure your demand. Read all you can and go slow until you are familiar with the results. JMO
Bill

 

[orthokardia]

thanks for the info guys....have a great day