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brewmaster15
05-08-2024, 07:46 PM
Hey guys,
Whats everyone using for airstones in your water storage tanks? I'm looking to upgrade mine. Need something that Will sink no problem to the bottom of a 45 gal brute garbage pail with strong aeration but isn't so dense it impedes air flow. I want to see if I can shave several hours off my aging time.
Second Hand Pat
05-08-2024, 07:55 PM
Try these on Amazon Al, "Pawfly Aquarium Air Stone Bar Bubbler 4 Inch, Fish Tank Bubbler Stone with Plastic Base Square Oxygen Diffuser for Nano Air Pump Small Bucket and Fish Tank, 4 Pack" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZ01SM6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
Pat
jwcarlson
05-09-2024, 06:41 AM
Pawfly 2 Inch Blue Ball Air Stone... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08D3S1W22
This is what I use. Works well and haven't had issues with it clogging or anything.
Charlyc11
05-09-2024, 07:12 AM
I been using a pump that has air attachment and that will cut your time quite a bit mix and aerate at the same time.
This is similar to what I use.
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AquaticNerd
05-09-2024, 08:09 AM
Chuck's method posted was one that I was going to post after reading Al's question. If you're looking for an airstone only solution, I've also used this style of airstone and it seemed to do well. https://www.amazon.com/VIVOSUN-Stone-Sucker-Hydroponics-Aquarium/dp/B06X6FT8MK
Willie
05-09-2024, 12:07 PM
I been using a pump that has air attachment and that will cut your time quite a bit mix and aerate at the same time.
This is similar to what I use.
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Agree with Chuck. Aging is a function of turbulence and aeration. Although I use a conditioning tank and typically aerate for 24 hours, I've successfully degassed water in a couple of hours with a powerhead. I attach an air line to push lots of bubbles into the water. The bubbles create mini-pops when they rise to the surface to further promote gas exchange at the surface.
brewmaster15
05-09-2024, 12:20 PM
Thanks Guys, Pat and Jacob, appreciate the tips on airstones..
Chuck,Jake and Willie I hadn't thought to use a water pump with a venturi valve. I used to use these on Powerheads all the time when I did marine tanks. Great Idea!
al
jwcarlson
05-09-2024, 12:57 PM
I forgot to add that I do have one barrel with a powerhead, I don't normally use the venturi, but have in the past if I'm wanting to use the water sooner than the normal 24 hours.
I use the same pump I use to fill the tanks. I just coil the fill hose on top of the barrel and cycle the water back into the barrel. With a near 0 head, I'm turning the water over around 15 times per hour if the pump rating is accurate. Under ideal conditions, I once felt comfortable off gassing in around 6 hours. After the water issues I experienced last year, I now age my water for 24-48 hours.
brewmaster15
05-11-2024, 02:26 PM
I use the same pump I use to fill the tanks. I just coil the fill hose on top of the barrel and cycle the water back into the barrel. With a near 0 head, I'm turning the water over around 15 times per hour if the pump rating is accurate. Under ideal conditions, I once felt comfortable off gassing in around 6 hours. After the water issues I experienced last year, I now age my water for 24-48 hours.
If I did that Brian, I have no doubt I would forget to secure and wind up pumping it all out onto the floor! I have had cases where the coil of hose fell off the barrel and gravity drained the barrel to the floor.:flame:
Charlyc11
05-11-2024, 02:31 PM
I use the same pump I use to fill the tanks. I just coil the fill hose on top of the barrel and cycle the water back into the barrel. With a near 0 head, I'm turning the water over around 15 times per hour if the pump rating is accurate. Under ideal conditions, I once felt comfortable off gassing in around 6 hours. After the water issues I experienced last year, I now age my water for 24-48 hours.
If I did that Brian, I have no doubt I would forget to secure and wind up pumping it all out onto the floor! I have had cases where the coil of hose fell off the barrel and gravity drained the barrel to the floor.:flame:
The only way I do that is with PVC pipe and valves to prevent that from happening. With my system I am half way there so I might do some more plumbing.
brewmaster15
05-11-2024, 04:39 PM
The only way I do that is with PVC pipe and valves to prevent that from happening. With my system I am half way there so I might do some more plumbing.
Unfortunately that's not an option here... Too many tanks.
Understandable! Lord knows I've experienced enough water spills. But in this case, it's secure by using this concoction I made to hang on the tank while filling...
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Willie
05-11-2024, 07:22 PM
I use something like that, but attach a float valve to the end so it's an auto shutoff. Saved my backside on more than one occasion.
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I'm "borrowing" your add on!!
Vanman
05-11-2024, 11:03 PM
Got a link for the float valve?
brewmaster15
05-12-2024, 06:46 AM
Brian &Wille... Great ideas on those fittings. Kind of reminds me of The safety pump I bought years back from Jehmco... Could modify these maybe.
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Al
Charlyc11
05-12-2024, 11:40 AM
Thats nice add on for a hose setup. My 3 larger tanks are hard piped to my aging barrels so won't work for me. Only hose setup I have is for my smaller tanks and those will be emptied soon.
AquaticNerd
05-13-2024, 08:19 AM
Willie, that's such a great tip for a refilling spout. Do you know where to source a float valve like that? All the ones I see have the little lever arm part and I like the compactness of the valve you have shown.
Charlyc11
05-13-2024, 08:39 AM
Willie, that's such a great tip for a refilling spout. Do you know where to source a float valve like that? All the ones I see have the little lever arm part and I like the compactness of the valve you have shown.
Run this Amazon search there a few nice ones.
Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/s?k=float+water+valve&crid=WBSZG6I2IKCJ&sprefix=float+water+valve%2Caps%2C112&ref=nb_sb_noss_1)
AquaticNerd
05-13-2024, 09:31 AM
Thanks Chuck - I knew there had to be a "brand" name for the type of valve Willie showed. Hudson Valve. Going to keep that in my dictionary from now on! :)
Willie
05-13-2024, 10:29 AM
Sorry I missed this. Just make sure to buy the ones with the top connection, and not the side connect.
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