CO2 diffusers should provide the best gas solubility, should not be brittle, meaning easily breakable (like glass ones), and should be "not ugly" (like plastic ones). It would also be good if they weren't too expensive and came in various sizes to choose the right one for the aquarium. Which diffuser meets all these criteria?
In the offers, we find many models that meet one, maybe at most two of the aforementioned features. For example: glass with ceramics - it dissolves well (but not always) and definitely looks nice, but it is very fragile and expensive. Another one: plastic - usually dissolves well and cannot be destroyed - but they are ugly and also expensive. Which one to choose in this situation?
The only answer to these questions and the only diffuser on the market that meets all the expectations of an aquarist is the Neo Diffuser. Why? More about that below. It's worth reading because this is not another silly advertisement.
Frit made from ceramic fibers (not to be confused with ceramic frit):
The ceramic mass is fired, creating small channels - that’s how standard ceramic frit is made. What is frit made from ceramic fibers?
The ceramic mass is subjected to a high electromagnetic impulse, which forms the fibers. Then, they are sintered, later formed under high pressure into frit and fired again.
Thanks to this processing, micropores with a much smaller diameter and a significantly larger quantity than ordinary frit are created. Frit made from fibers is not only much denser but also harder and more durable than the ordinary kind. It does not "wear out" over time and does not crack.
Micro sizes:
A natural consequence of the innovative frit made from fibers is the possibility of using a smaller diffuser in a given aquarium.
It was previously assumed that, for example, a diffuser with a diameter of 2cm is intended for an aquarium of 150 - 200l, while the Neo Diffuser with a diameter of 1.7cm serves an aquarium up to 250l.
Indeed, the Neo diffuser is nice. But it should be the plants, not the diffusers, that are the decoration of the aquarium. Therefore, smaller diffuser sizes positively affect the aesthetics of the aquarium.
Acrylic body:
Just as beautiful as glass. 100% transparent and aesthetic, but unlike glass, it is unbreakable. Acrylic provides excellent transparency, making the diffuser practically invisible in the tank and allowing the use of the bubble counter mounted inside.
Bent diffuser tube - tube/elbow on the glass edge:
This has never been done before! With the help of thermal processing (that is, fire from a lighter), you can bend the diffuser tube into an elbow. Thus, you can determine the thickness of the glass and the placement of the elbow relative to the length of the tube. You've never done that, right? No problem, the set includes two additional tubes for you to practice on.
Included in the set:
Along with the diffuser, you will receive two large suction cups with a hole for the diffuser tube and a set to practice bending the tube.
Technical data and purpose:
- for aquarium: from 250l to 500l
- frit diameter: 25mm
- total height: 40cm (you can cut or bend the diffuser tube wherever you want)
- for standard tubing: 6mm (4/6)
Usage:
1. Soak in water for 10 minutes before the first use.
2. Insert the protective brush into the tube, heat the tube with the flame from a lighter until it bends. Shape the elbow according to your needs.
3. If after some time the diffuser loses efficiency - soak the diffuser in bleach for 5 minutes, and it will be like new.
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