Ista Co2 Canister Set

Ista Co2 Canister Set

Ista Co2 Canister Set is a convenient CO2 supply system for small planted aquariums, especially nano tanks, beginner setups and low-light planted tanks with lower CO2 demands. The ISTA set offers a simple alternative to refilling CO2 cylinders and can be adapted for use with different aquarium types, including plug-and-play tanks.

Designed for straightforward setup and operation, this planted aquarium CO2 canister set provides an accessible way to add carbon dioxide to a compact aquascape. Its extendable CO2 diffusing chamber gives you options for adjusting the CO2 supply rate to suit the aquarium’s requirements.

Key Benefits

• Convenient pressurised CO2 supply for small planted aquariums.
• Well suited to nano tanks, low-light planted tanks and aquariums with low CO2 requirements.
• Ideal for beginners looking for a simple CO2 system to set up and operate.
• Removes the hassle of refilling CO2 cylinders.
• Can be adapted to different tank types, including plug-and-play aquariums.
• Extendable CO2 diffusing chamber provides options for the CO2 supplying rate.

How to Use

• Set up the canister, flexible tube, check valve and CO2 diffuser as part of the aquarium CO2 system.
• Place the CO2 diffuser at the very bottom of the tank for the best CO2 diffusing effect.
• Adjust the CO2 supply rate using the extendable CO2 diffusing chamber as required for the aquarium.

Dosage

• For low-light tanks, use a rate of 1 bubble every 5 seconds.
• When set up correctly, the CO2 supply could last for months at this low-light rate.

Suitable For

• Small planted aquariums.
• Nano tanks.
• Beginners to planted aquarium CO2 systems.
• Low-light aquariums with low demands for CO2.

Compatibility

• Can be adapted to any kind of tank, including plug-and-play tanks.

What's Included

• 1 can of full-weight pressurised CO2 liquid.
• 1 check valve.
• 1 CO2 diffuser.
• 1 flexible tube.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ista Co2 Canister Set suitable for a nano planted aquarium?
Yes. This ISTA CO2 system is designed as a CO2 supply for small planted aquariums and is ideal for nano tanks.

Is this CO2 canister set suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is intended for beginners and is simple to set up and operate, making it suitable for planted tanks with low CO2 demands.

What bubble rate is suggested for a low-light tank?
For a low-light aquarium, the stated rate is 1 bubble every 5 seconds.

Where should I position the CO2 diffuser?
Place the diffuser at the very bottom of the aquarium to achieve the best CO2 diffusing effect.

Can the Ista Co2 Canister Set be used on a plug-and-play aquarium?
Yes. The set can be adapted to different tank types, including plug-and-play tanks.

Does the set include the tubing and check valve?
Yes. The set includes one flexible tube and one check valve, along with the pressurised CO2 liquid can, CO2 diffuser and extendable CO2 diffusing chamber.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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