How to build a CO2 regulator for your calcium reactor. - Page 61

LQT · 06/03/2019, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by CornDoggyDogg

New to CO2 and to the thread. Can someone please tell me if this regulator is a good choice at the price?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Air-Gas-E12...ry!85024!US!-1

Looks good and the seller offers 30 day returns so you have time to make sure it passes a leak test. I will say however, that after building a few of these, I like the working pressure to be somewhere in the 0 - 30 or 0 - 60 psi range as we can more accurately dial in the pressure at a range more appropriate for CaRx use.

CornDoggyDogg · 06/03/2019, 10:30 AM

Thanks LQT. I'll find one that goes up to 60 or so instead. Much appreciated.

CornDoggyDogg · 06/03/2019, 11:01 AM

I presume that this one would be better then?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Air-Product...-/122819518212

CornDoggyDogg · 06/03/2019, 04:39 PM

...or this one?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/MATHESON-38...YAAOSwqb5cycWy

LQT · 06/04/2019, 07:39 PM

The first link concerns me as with no gas connected the low pressure gauge should be at zero. The second one I’d definitely consider as that’s a good price for a stainless steel Mathewson. Note however that the seller does not offer returns, so Caveat Emptor.

CornDoggyDogg · 06/05/2019, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by LQT

The first link concerns me as with no gas connected the low pressure gauge should be at zero. The second one I’d definitely consider as that’s a good price for a stainless steel Mathewson. Note however that the seller does not offer returns, so Caveat Emptor.

Thanks again LQT. I was able to get the Matheson for $80, with a money back guarantee for any leaks. I think I'm all set. I'll post my pictures/progress in a couple weeks when I get it all put together.

alanle · 06/09/2019, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by CornDoggyDogg

...or this one?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/MATHESON-38...YAAOSwqb5cycWy

This one is good. It Looks a little old though.

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CornDoggyDogg · 06/18/2019, 10:36 PM

Can't figure out how to get my pictures attached! But, i have my new regulator put together, and everything WAS working great - until I added the solenoid. I initially used a 1/8" union while I waited for the solenoid to arrive, and manually turned the CO2 on and off. I received my Clippard Mouse Solenoid today, and it doesn't seem to be doing anything at all. It's the ET-2M-12 solenoid with the 15490-5 manifold and ET-C48 cable.

I connected the solenoid post-regulator, pre-needle valve. Again, everything was working as anticipated with the union in place of the solenoid. It seems the solenoid is essentially acting as a union instead of a valve. Does not restrict or stop air flow at all whether powered or unplugged.

I can't figure out whether I may have done something wrong, or possible a defective valve. I do have it installed in the correct orientation (input/output) according to the clippard diagram.

Anyone have thoughts?

CornDoggyDogg · 06/18/2019, 10:54 PM

CornDoggyDogg · 06/18/2019, 11:02 PM

Ahh, figured it out. Here's a picture of my new build.

LQT · 06/19/2019, 05:57 AM

While I’m not familiar with your Clippers solenoid used, when you power up the solenoid or cut off power to it, do you hear an audible click? You should be able to hear the valve actuating when power is applied or cut oss, at least that the case for my Burkert 6011 solenoid.

ReefWreak · 07/05/2019, 11:37 AM

It sounds like it's working now, but those clippards are nice, and they definitely don't sound like the Burkert. The clippards are what are in the CarbonDoser, as they're fast-switching, and they sound extremely quiet, where as the burkert sound like a relay closing. I picked up the non-manifold EV-2-12 https://www.clippard.com/part/EV-2-12 to fix the carbon doser I bought, and it works like a charm, though I have yet to test it hooked up to gas.

I really need to just build my new reg now that the Trident is up and running and I can monitor alkalinity easily.

More in-line with the intent of this thread:

Has anyone used Great White compound instead of teflon tape for their regulators? It seems superior in a lot of ways, and should hold up for the use, but I just don't see it mentioned much, and was wondering if there were a reason why.

LQT · 07/05/2019, 09:42 PM

I’ve read that using Teflon paste will lead to a big mess as it is not meant for use in high pressure gas situations, which is why Teflon tape is more appropriate for our purposes.

Jamsoury · 07/08/2019, 06:48 PM

Can you guys show me where I can get a burkert 6011 solenoid?

LQT · 07/08/2019, 07:12 PM

eBay... type in 6011 Burkert Solenoid in the search. The listing for $79 is the one I would buy. It’s stainless, brand new and comes pre wired.

Jamsoury · 07/08/2019, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by LQT

eBay... type in 6011 Burkert Solenoid in the search. The listing for $79 is the one I would buy. It’s stainless, brand new and comes pre wired.

Thanks!! Do you happen to know which solenoid this is? Saw it from an earlier post. Can’t seem to find the name of it or where to get it either.

LQT · 07/08/2019, 10:35 PM

Sorry, I do not.

alanle · 07/31/2019, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamsoury

Thanks!! Do you happen to know which solenoid this is? Saw it from an earlier post. Can’t seem to find the name of it or where to get it either.

I have 2 extra. Let me know if you need one.

Sirhc · 08/03/2019, 12:37 PM

I am new to all this and just stumbled upon this thread today. Would this be a good regulator if I removed the 0-200 gauge with a 0-60 gauge instead?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/AIR-PRODUCT...ba1a686e086bb3

Sirhc · 08/05/2019, 08:51 PM

I skipped on the one I posted above and just got a Matheson 3122 off of Ebay.

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alanle · 09/12/2019, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Sirhc

I skipped on the one I posted above and just got a Matheson 3122 off of Ebay.

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How many psi is the low pressure gauge?

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Sirhc · 09/12/2019, 06:22 AM

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Originally Posted by alanle

How many psi is the low pressure gauge?

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200psi but was thinking that I would replace both gauges with new ones. So far it has been working great though.

Sumouy · 10/13/2019, 10:10 AM

I write from Uruguay, I use a translator for the language, I hope it is understood. Is that link valve good enough?

https://www.marinedepot.com/needle-v...-co2-regulator

alanle · 10/14/2019, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Sirhc

200psi but was thinking that I would replace both gauges with new ones. So far it has been working great though.

It should be fine. You don’t really need a lower reading gauge if everything is dialed in.

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pandimus · 10/14/2019, 01:24 PM

I have one for sale if anyone is interested.
Regulator as pictured working perfectly
200 plus shipping

06/04/2019, 07:39 PM	#1505
LQT Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Fairfield, CT Posts: 1,516	The first link concerns me as with no gas connected the low pressure gauge should be at zero. The second one I’d definitely consider as that’s a good price for a stainless steel Mathewson. Note however that the seller does not offer returns, so Caveat Emptor. __________________ - Leon (aka - Water Dog) Deep Blue 57 Edge ATI Acro Garden Build Thread http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=25573384#post25573384 Current Tank Info: DeepBlue 57 Edge

06/19/2019, 05:57 AM	#1511
LQT Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Fairfield, CT Posts: 1,516	While I’m not familiar with your Clippers solenoid used, when you power up the solenoid or cut off power to it, do you hear an audible click? You should be able to hear the valve actuating when power is applied or cut oss, at least that the case for my Burkert 6011 solenoid. __________________ - Leon (aka - Water Dog) Deep Blue 57 Edge ATI Acro Garden Build Thread http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=25573384#post25573384 Current Tank Info: DeepBlue 57 Edge

07/05/2019, 09:42 PM	#1513
LQT Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Fairfield, CT Posts: 1,516	I’ve read that using Teflon paste will lead to a big mess as it is not meant for use in high pressure gas situations, which is why Teflon tape is more appropriate for our purposes. __________________ - Leon (aka - Water Dog) Deep Blue 57 Edge ATI Acro Garden Build Thread http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=25573384#post25573384 Current Tank Info: DeepBlue 57 Edge

07/08/2019, 07:12 PM	#1515
LQT Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Fairfield, CT Posts: 1,516	eBay... type in 6011 Burkert Solenoid in the search. The listing for $79 is the one I would buy. It’s stainless, brand new and comes pre wired. __________________ - Leon (aka - Water Dog) Deep Blue 57 Edge ATI Acro Garden Build Thread http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=25573384#post25573384 Current Tank Info: DeepBlue 57 Edge

07/08/2019, 10:35 PM	#1517
LQT Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Fairfield, CT Posts: 1,516	Sorry, I do not. __________________ - Leon (aka - Water Dog) Deep Blue 57 Edge ATI Acro Garden Build Thread http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=25573384#post25573384 Current Tank Info: DeepBlue 57 Edge

06/03/2019, 10:30 AM	#1502
CornDoggyDogg Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 19	Thanks LQT. I'll find one that goes up to 60 or so instead. Much appreciated.

06/03/2019, 11:01 AM	#1503
CornDoggyDogg Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 19	I presume that this one would be better then? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Air-Product...-/122819518212

06/03/2019, 04:39 PM	#1504
CornDoggyDogg Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 19	...or this one? https://www.ebay.com/itm/MATHESON-38...YAAOSwqb5cycWy

06/18/2019, 10:36 PM	#1508
CornDoggyDogg Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 19	Can't figure out how to get my pictures attached! But, i have my new regulator put together, and everything WAS working great - until I added the solenoid. I initially used a 1/8" union while I waited for the solenoid to arrive, and manually turned the CO2 on and off. I received my Clippard Mouse Solenoid today, and it doesn't seem to be doing anything at all. It's the ET-2M-12 solenoid with the 15490-5 manifold and ET-C48 cable. I connected the solenoid post-regulator, pre-needle valve. Again, everything was working as anticipated with the union in place of the solenoid. It seems the solenoid is essentially acting as a union instead of a valve. Does not restrict or stop air flow at all whether powered or unplugged. I can't figure out whether I may have done something wrong, or possible a defective valve. I do have it installed in the correct orientation (input/output) according to the clippard diagram. Anyone have thoughts?

06/18/2019, 10:54 PM	#1509
CornDoggyDogg Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 19

07/05/2019, 11:37 AM	#1512
ReefWreak Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Astoria, NYC Posts: 10,159	It sounds like it's working now, but those clippards are nice, and they definitely don't sound like the Burkert. The clippards are what are in the CarbonDoser, as they're fast-switching, and they sound extremely quiet, where as the burkert sound like a relay closing. I picked up the non-manifold EV-2-12 https://www.clippard.com/part/EV-2-12 to fix the carbon doser I bought, and it works like a charm, though I have yet to test it hooked up to gas. I really need to just build my new reg now that the Trident is up and running and I can monitor alkalinity easily. More in-line with the intent of this thread: Has anyone used Great White compound instead of teflon tape for their regulators? It seems superior in a lot of ways, and should hold up for the use, but I just don't see it mentioned much, and was wondering if there were a reason why.

07/08/2019, 06:48 PM	#1514
Jamsoury Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Posts: 15	Can you guys show me where I can get a burkert 6011 solenoid?

08/03/2019, 12:37 PM	#1519
Sirhc Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Florida Posts: 179	I am new to all this and just stumbled upon this thread today. Would this be a good regulator if I removed the 0-200 gauge with a 0-60 gauge instead? https://www.ebay.com/itm/AIR-PRODUCT...ba1a686e086bb3

08/05/2019, 08:51 PM	#1520
Sirhc Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Florida Posts: 179	I skipped on the one I posted above and just got a Matheson 3122 off of Ebay. Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

10/13/2019, 10:10 AM	#1523
Sumouy Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Posts: 2	I write from Uruguay, I use a translator for the language, I hope it is understood. Is that link valve good enough? https://www.marinedepot.com/needle-v...-co2-regulator

10/14/2019, 01:24 PM	#1525
pandimus Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Palmdale Posts: 2,556	I have one for sale if anyone is interested. Regulator as pictured working perfectly 200 plus shipping __________________ ~SFVR Member~ 125 Gal Long/50 Gal sump, 2xMP40QD,Aquamax CONES CO-03/Speed Wave dc return 4x AI Sol Blues/Director + 2 80w T5 retrofit/Apex Controller Current Tank Info: 125 gal 72X18X22