2 kg Carbon Dioxide CO₂ - Aquarium - B03 - Steel - Long
87,95 €
A 3-liter steel CO₂ gas cylinder with a 2 kg liquid carbon dioxide fill is a robust, reliable, and very popular choice for fertilizing medium to large aquariums. This size sits in the "sweet spot": it offers a long service life while fitting inside most standard aquarium cabinets.
Important info!
Key Features & Specifications:
- Purity: Meets strict standards (food-grade or high purity) to prevent harmful gases, oil residues, or unwanted contaminants from entering the aquarium water, which could harm fish or shrimp.
- Applications:
- Aquarium Plant Fertilization: Stimulating lush, healthy growth of aquatic plants through controlled CO₂ addition.
- pH Regulation: Accurately lowering and keeping stable the acidity (pH) of the aquarium water, which is essential for biotopes from South America or Asia, for example.
- Algae Control: Indirectly keeping algae under control because well-nourished plants strongly compete with algae.
- Automatic Systems: Can be combined with pH controllers, solenoid valves (for nighttime shut-off), and drop checkers for a fully automated and safe CO₂ management system.
Product details
Carbon dioxide CO₂ gas cylinder, filled with 2kg of CO₂, specially designed for aquariums (made for long-term and professional use).
Transport
Points of attention:
- Fixation: Due to its slender shape, the "long" B03L model can tip over more easily than a compact cylinder. Always use a clamping bracket or cylinder holder to secure the cylinder in an upright position, both in vehicles and at the workplace.
- Protection: Always wear the protective cap during transport. Because this is a steel cylinder, it weighs more than the aluminum variant; do not let the cylinder fall on your feet during loading and unloading.
Information
Janox CO₂ Gas Cylinder Dimensions
- Total height: 585 mm (including the protective valve/handle)
- Diameter: Ø 100 mm
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Safety
Specific safety information for the B03L (Steel)
- Prevent liquid withdrawal: As with any liquid CO₂ cylinder, it must always be used and transported upright. If the cylinder lies on its side, liquid CO₂ can flow into the pressure regulator. This causes immediate freezing (down to -78°C) and can lead to defects in the regulator or leaks.
- Temperature sensitivity: The pressure in a CO₂ cylinder is highly dependent on the ambient temperature. Never place the cylinder near heat sources (radiators, ovens), as the internal pressure can rise rapidly when heated.
- Risk of freezing: When drawing large quantities of CO₂, the valve and regulator can cool down significantly. If you are drawing gas continuously, it is preferable to use a pressure regulator with built-in heating to prevent the valve from "freezing up" due to rapid expansion.
- CO₂ detection: Because CO₂ is heavier than air, the gas accumulates in basements or near floor openings. In the event of a leak from this 2 kg cylinder in a small room, the oxygen level can drop dangerously. Ensure good ventilation.
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