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by Ben Belton
Wed Aug 16, 2017 10:40 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: C02 System - List of Items Needed
Replies: 18
Views: 5725

Re: C02 System - List of Items Needed

A regulator from Green Leaf Aquariums would have your Two stage regulator, Needle valve, and Bubble counter and also a solenoid. They are expensive but top notch. They also have the other things on your list, but others might be able to recommend cheaper options. I have a single stage regulator. I a...
by Ben Belton
Tue Aug 08, 2017 11:43 am
Forum: Announcements, comments & suggestions
Topic: IAPLC 2017 Results!
Replies: 5
Views: 1822

Re: IAPLC 2017 Results!

Way to go Jen!

There was a time when I could look down the list of US winners and know at least a few or know how they were. This time Jen, is the only person I recognize.
by Ben Belton
Tue Jul 11, 2017 9:06 am
Forum: Planted tank chemistry
Topic: Simple Macro Mix
Replies: 50
Views: 148943

Re: Simple Macro Mix

The primary use I know of is as an insect killer. I am thinking of Alum that is used to pickle stuff. I have some old pharmacists type scales (torsion balance) that I use to measure stuff. They are very accurate, but would be a major PIA to this often. http://www.wikiscales.com/wp-content/uploads/2...
by Ben Belton
Mon Jul 10, 2017 11:15 pm
Forum: Planted tank chemistry
Topic: Simple Macro Mix
Replies: 50
Views: 148943

Re: Simple Macro Mix

How are you all measuring this stuff out?
Where are you getting the boric acid? Grocery store? Isn't this what is used to make pickles. Did I miss it somewhere? :D
Are you putting anything in the mixtures to inhibit mold growth? Seachem Acid buffer? Vinegar?
by Ben Belton
Mon Jul 03, 2017 4:06 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Inline Diffusers
Replies: 4
Views: 2038

Re: Inline Diffusers

I have been issues with cloudy water, so I've been paying a lot of attention to my water clarity. I've noticed recently that my water is crystal clear in the morning but slightly cloudy within a few hours of the light/CO2 coming on. Makes me wonder if it isn't the fine mist of bubbles from the CO2.
by Ben Belton
Fri Jun 30, 2017 11:16 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Inline Diffusers
Replies: 4
Views: 2038

Re: Inline Diffusers

I have the Green Leaf one. I had to put it on the intake of my filter because it was releasing a cloud of bubbles constantly. I still have issues with my filter burping bubbles on occasion. If I could get my filter cleaned, it might take care of this.
by Ben Belton
Tue Jan 03, 2017 11:30 am
Forum: Tissue Culture
Topic: proper formula for tissue culture media
Replies: 2
Views: 4682

Re: proper formula for tissue culture media

Post a link to the ingredients.

Usually you mix them in a liter boiling distilled water.
by Ben Belton
Wed Dec 28, 2016 10:53 pm
Forum: Tissue Culture
Topic: Tissue Culture supplies
Replies: 2
Views: 4005

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by Ben Belton
Fri Oct 14, 2016 10:13 pm
Forum: Planted tank chemistry
Topic: What do you think about my ferts plan?
Replies: 5
Views: 2435

Re: What do you think about my ferts plan?

Your calicum and phosphorus could precipitate out in your marco mix. For that matter your Mg and phosphorus could as well, but Ca in particular has a high affinity for phosphorus.
by Ben Belton
Thu Sep 22, 2016 7:25 pm
Forum: Planted tank chemistry
Topic: Chelated Manganese
Replies: 3
Views: 2022

Re: Chelated Manganese

I don't recall ever seeing chelated Manganese.

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