I'm going to set up a 75g tank next to my 46g bow front and I'm wondering if I could do without another regulator. Aquariumplants.com sell some multiple manifolds with needle valves, but the prices are outrageous ($79.99 for a double). I'd rather have another regulator, solenoid, and needle valve for that price.

Does anybody know where I can get something like this for less? Is it possible to use really good quality air gang valves?

Thanks,

Russ Johnson

How about something like this. Its alot cheaper, But I haven't used it so I can't say if it will work or not.

http://www.aquabuys.com/miva/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=j_c02r_2m&Ca tegory_Code=i3&Product_Count=8

Yeah! Thanks Alex.

-Russ

That's a good deal but if you want to attach bubble counters to it, plan on another $20 each for the bubble counters. You can always DIY a bubble counter though.

You're right about the bubble counters. That place has them for 15 bucks though which is less than anywhere else I've seen.

-Russ

I actually sprung for the double manifold with bubblecounters from Aquariumplants.com, which was a total waste of money because I just use the bubble counter on my reactor instead. Though it was nice to have the manifold preinstalled; not sure how much of a hassle that would have been.

Vin <-not good

alexperez, a very good suggestion on co2 manifold,good price and they work great. i'm using this one myself,but my supplier has discontinued stocking them. good to know some one still carries at a resonable price.thats what this website is all about,to help each other out. regards,cornhusker

Before they even offered multiple manifolds I guess about 3-4 years ago, I made my own using brass 1/8" Tees and male threads.

Simply buy the needle valve of your choice, and add as many Tee's as needed.
The brass Tees cost 1$ or less.
The needle valves run from 11$ for the clippards to 40$ for the Swagelok each, depending on how much you wanna spend.

Regards,
Tom Barr

tom, thats why these planted tank websites are so usefull. the brass t idea could have saved me some $$$. i have so much equipment laying around gathering dust,makes me sick.you try this,you try that syndrom.everyone keep up the good suggestions. regards,cornhusker

Corn,

That's why I often give away my left over junk!!!!
I upgrade and help new folks out.

I hate "pack ratting".
My sisters have the pack rat gene, not me.

Just make sure you help new folks out and have them stop before they spend a ton of $.

Regards,
Tom Barr