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Forum: Equipment 05-12-2013, 09:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 131
Posted By kevmo911
For the record, the Evilbay seller is not me. ...

For the record, the Evilbay seller is not me. And yeah, I have some. Just replied to PM. Yes, I saw the deal way back and grabbed some. I was lucky - actual flow is a complex equation involving...
Forum: Equipment 04-17-2013, 01:31 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,606
Posted By kevmo911
Well, you can get a non-submersible pump if you...

Well, you can get a non-submersible pump if you wanted. This would have an intake, tubing to the pump, tubing to the reactor, and tubing to the tank. But you'd still have the intake and output in...
Forum: Equipment 04-16-2013, 11:06 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,606
Posted By kevmo911
I glanced back through the thread, and didn't see...

I glanced back through the thread, and didn't see you talk about the aquarium. I understand you want to keep stuff out of the tank. But do you have a HOB or canister? If HOB, then it makes sense...
Forum: Equipment 04-16-2013, 11:02 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 1,358
Posted By kevmo911
1/8" NPT parts are cheaper, and less bulky, but...

1/8" NPT parts are cheaper, and less bulky, but are still strong enough to do the job, which is generally why we use them. 1/8" NPT is actually about .4" diameter, while 1/4 is .54", in case...
Forum: Equipment 04-16-2013, 10:48 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,606
Posted By kevmo911
Diffusers are hit or miss. The more expensive...

Diffusers are hit or miss. The more expensive they are, generally the more dependable and effective they will be.

The Atomics are generally very good. They do, however, come with their own set...
Forum: Equipment 04-14-2013, 10:37 PM
Replies: 254
Views: 8,469
Posted By kevmo911
If you want just a few particular (basic)...

If you want just a few particular (basic) fittings in the 1/8" or 1/4" NPT range, Home Depot or Lowe's. If you want something specific, like a 1/4 to 1/8 reducing elbow, or 1/8 NPT to 1/4"...
Forum: Equipment 04-14-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,606
Posted By kevmo911
Probably 90-95% of the dual stage regs we use in...

Probably 90-95% of the dual stage regs we use in this hobby are used. Don't get stuck on "new", as that term usually (not always, but usually) comes with a hefty price tag.
Forum: Equipment 04-14-2013, 03:19 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,606
Posted By kevmo911
If it can sit flat on its back, or if the inlet...

If it can sit flat on its back, or if the inlet is on the back, it's a single stage.
Forum: Equipment 04-06-2013, 01:52 AM
Replies: 482
Views: 38,858
Posted By kevmo911
In the plumbing section, there are a bunch of...

In the plumbing section, there are a bunch of brass fittings. They're divided by size. Little Watts bags. The 1/8 section will be small.

It's possible that your HD doesn't have any of these...
Forum: Equipment 03-31-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 482
Views: 38,858
Posted By kevmo911
There are some fairly cheap VTS250's on the 'bay....

There are some fairly cheap VTS250's on the 'bay. They're a smaller version of the 450's with a few differences. You can probably find 450's for cheaper at the moment, but that changes regularly.
...
Forum: Equipment 03-30-2013, 06:21 AM
Replies: 482
Views: 38,858
Posted By kevmo911
Don't do that. The 1 series is unsuited to our...

Don't do that. The 1 series is unsuited to our use. It's designed for much higher flow rates than we use. Check Bettatail's metering valves sticky in the equipment section. From Swagelok, you're...
Forum: Equipment 03-28-2013, 10:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 244
Posted By kevmo911
JBJ-style bc's are prone to leaks, and I've had...

JBJ-style bc's are prone to leaks, and I've had two of the plastic cylinders crack on me. And the integrated check valve is the same as the cheapo HK silvery thing that won't last more than a month...
Forum: Equipment 03-27-2013, 10:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 282
Posted By kevmo911
Do you have the nut for the top of the bubble...

Do you have the nut for the top of the bubble counter? The bc is useless without it. Regardless, if it's used, I think $120 for the reg is a bit on the high side, but not far off. I'll go with...
Forum: Algae 03-26-2013, 10:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 243
Posted By kevmo911
Pretty sure this was a sticky at one point, and...

Pretty sure this was a sticky at one point, and no idea why it became unstickified. Still, it's a good, if long, read.

Excel as a treatment for BBA? Experiences?...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 03-26-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 204
Posted By kevmo911
I bought a baggie of 25 of the nylons from...

I bought a baggie of 25 of the nylons from Evilbay for $5 shipped or so. That's my preferred source. I feel like it takes more torque to get a good seal with the fiber ones, and I had a permaseal...
Forum: Equipment 03-26-2013, 02:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 139
Posted By kevmo911
A quick, temporary fix would be a couple cheap...

A quick, temporary fix would be a couple cheap plastic cv's from your LFS. And if the top of your JBJ-style cv has a little nut on it, it's a compression fitting, so the tubing popping off of that...
Forum: Equipment 03-24-2013, 09:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 460
Posted By kevmo911
Shrimp are more susceptible to CO2 than fish are....

Shrimp are more susceptible to CO2 than fish are.

Just remember that CO2 isn't cheap. Long term, yes (if you do it right), but short term, not at all. On the other hand, if you skimp now, you'll...
Forum: Equipment 03-24-2013, 03:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 161
Posted By kevmo911
I'm looking at a defunct regulator on my desk (my...

I'm looking at a defunct regulator on my desk (my very first, actually) that's an M3, which is a Milwaukee clone (or, possibly, vice versa). The only marking at all on the regulator itself is the...
Forum: Equipment 03-24-2013, 02:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 161
Posted By kevmo911
The only physical difference appears to be the...

The only physical difference appears to be the mount for the solenoid valve. Other than that, some stuff got a chrome coating, and the gauges have a slightly different design. Is there something...
Forum: Equipment 03-24-2013, 12:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 652
Posted By kevmo911
Cheapo reg+solenoid+needle valve+bubble...

Cheapo reg+solenoid+needle valve+bubble counter+tubing = $100-120
Good (atomic) diffuser = $30, OR DIY reactor (if you have a canister filter), same price
Used 5lb cylinder = $50-65

So figure...
Forum: General Planted Tank Discussion 03-22-2013, 03:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 218
Posted By kevmo911
No worries. My cute white plastic drop checkers...

No worries. My cute white plastic drop checkers (the ones with the black o-ring and garbage suction cups) fall off all the time and mix with tank water. No deaths to report.

You're fine.
Forum: Equipment 03-22-2013, 12:27 AM
Replies: 482
Views: 38,858
Posted By kevmo911
SS-2C2=1/3...

SS-2C2=1/3 (http://swagelok.com/search/find_products_home.aspx?part=SS-2C2-1/3&item=):
SS = Stainless Steel 316.
2C = 1/8" check valve.
2 = male NPT threads 4 = female.
1/3 = 1/3 psi cracking...
Forum: Aquascaping 03-21-2013, 11:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,129
Posted By kevmo911
Sorry, missed this. What I was talking about was...

Sorry, missed this. What I was talking about was artificial embankments, like the kind which line raised railroad tracks. When it's not just dirt, you'll see massive amounts of whatever rock is...
Forum: Equipment 03-21-2013, 10:19 PM
Replies: 482
Views: 38,858
Posted By kevmo911
SS-4C-1/3 ideally, but SS-4C-1 should work fine...

SS-4C-1/3 ideally, but SS-4C-1 should work fine as well. And you can probably get one or more of them for $20-ish shipped. But you'll need tubing inserts designed for standard 1/4" OD by 1/8" ID...
Forum: Equipment 03-21-2013, 12:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 237
Posted By kevmo911
Just to be clear, if it *is* the tubing, you're...

Just to be clear, if it *is* the tubing, you're definitely sure it's two different sizes? I ask because standard Asian CO2 tubing has a 6mm outside by 4mm inside diameters.
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