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cello
08/31/2007, 06:09 PM
What type of hose can I use for CO2 going from regulator to reactor?
Can I use silicone air line tubing?

thanks.

Cello

JetCat USA
08/31/2007, 06:15 PM
silicone and standard vinyl airline tubing have pours large enough to leak CO2 through them, you'll loose about 20% of your CO2 using them. you need to get a 'CO2 Proof' tubing designed especially for CO2 use.

BigBadBlenny
08/31/2007, 07:26 PM
pretty sure the co2 proof stuff is neoprene. if you want to see other alternatives find a good planted tank forum,

JetCat USA
08/31/2007, 07:58 PM
Neoprene is Ozone proof I'm not sure about CO2, most CO2 proof is a more poly/vinyl mix.