This video is going to save me a lot of money thank you so much. I was about to buy a jbl regulator which was £120... consolatory new to this so I really want to get it right. You make it look easy 😅 I’m looking at welding regulators on eBay would you mind if you get a sec just to look at the top result for welding regulator on eBay and tell me if this will work? It’s called - Dual Gauge Gas Bottle Regulator CO2 Argon Mig Tig Welding 0-315 Pressure Reducer
The fire extinguisher will deliver liquid CO2 into the regulator, which isn't ideal (and could cause it to freeze). Admittedly your flow rates are likely very low, so this may be less of an issue than with other CO2 applications (like Sodastream etc..), but your safest bet would be to mount the extinguisher upside down.
Thanks for the comment Peter, it's a widely used method and like you state the low flow rate probably prevent damage to the regulator. I would only use the correct way up as upside-down would require some kind of stand 😀
Hi is having modified fire extinguisher like this safe? And wont explode? If i change out the whole original head to standard co2 tank head for regulator will be much easier right no need squeeze or cable tie the handle
Hi Chris.. did you just use a regular CO2 fire extinguisher without any modification? ( except unscrewing the horn) is that the same thread as the CGA320 CO2 Gas Cylinder Valve? no problems with set up like this one? THANKS
Hi, I believe you need one of these.. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/255288316331?chn=ps&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&amdata=enc%3A1qXNGa9XqSTqXN5KMyLkhTA88&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&itemid=255288316331&targetid=293946777986&device=m&mktype=pla&googleloc=1007009&poi=&campaignid=17116423086&mkgroupid=134652533165&rlsatarget=pla-293946777986&abcId=9300856&merchantid=101732101&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4uaUBhC8ARIsANUuDjWugmxbPbcWquwKli5ktU4YzEeTEReqYmvmFa_vBBMMMl0x-esKCcQaAvRZEALw_wcB
I’m looking on google for a stockist or somewhere online, they seem so expensive for 5kg, even screwfix is £110 for that size! eBay has one for £51 but I want your £15 one ☝🏼
The thing is, the same companies that sell these CO2 fire extinguishers, could have sold you a similarly sized CO2 bottle used for welding, at the same exact price, with the correct thread and it would also be refillable at that company.
Yes I have also used gas bottles, they are great and work out cheaper. Most around here come with a rental charge or are harder to find. This for me makes the fire extinguishers a better option
will this regulator fit www.co2art.co.uk/collections/co2-regulators/products/pro-se-series-aquarium-co2-dual-stage-regulator-with-integrated-solenoid this fire extinguisher www.budget-fire.co.uk/2kg-co2-fire-extinguisher-jewel-fire-group?
@@chrispowell6594 Hi I read on Ukaps that there are two different types of fire extinguishers, one being short made of aluminium and the other being taller and made of steel. the shorter aluminium one is cheaper and lighter seems like a win-win? any opinions? sorry for my questions, I just wanna make sure I'm doing things right.
@@not_ur_senpai866 I have never used the shorter aluminium type as I have never come across them being sold local to me. My best advice would be look long term, what's going to work out easier to replace when empty and cheaper in the long run
@@chrispowell6594 so the regulator fitting shouldn't be to much of a problem? have you had experience with co2 art regulator and service? again sorry for the questions
Great tips! Thanks! I don’t have a cabinet so I painted my fire extinguisher black matte! I will paint my external filter too for a nice touch!
Extinguisher still going strong?
This video is going to save me a lot of money thank you so much. I was about to buy a jbl regulator which was £120... consolatory new to this so I really want to get it right. You make it look easy 😅 I’m looking at welding regulators on eBay would you mind if you get a sec just to look at the top result for welding regulator on eBay and tell me if this will work? It’s called - Dual Gauge Gas Bottle Regulator CO2 Argon Mig Tig Welding 0-315 Pressure Reducer
The welding regulator is a great idea as it’s still likely has been built to much tighter tolerances than some of the ones supplied for aquascaping.
I was having a rave watching this🤣
The fire extinguisher will deliver liquid CO2 into the regulator, which isn't ideal (and could cause it to freeze). Admittedly your flow rates are likely very low, so this may be less of an issue than with other CO2 applications (like Sodastream etc..), but your safest bet would be to mount the extinguisher upside down.
Thanks for the comment Peter, it's a widely used method and like you state the low flow rate probably prevent damage to the regulator.
I would only use the correct way up as upside-down would require some kind of stand 😀
People have been using the method in this video for 15 years or more
is fire extinguisher co2 safe and clean for aquatic life?
Hi is having modified fire extinguisher like this safe? And wont explode? If i change out the whole original head to standard co2 tank head for regulator will be much easier right no need squeeze or cable tie the handle
Good luck taking the top off a 55 bar unit...
Hi Chris.. did you just use a regular CO2 fire extinguisher without any modification? ( except unscrewing the horn) is that the same thread as the CGA320 CO2 Gas Cylinder Valve? no problems with set up like this one? THANKS
Hi! Yes its a completely standard Co2 Fire extinguisher, Im not sure about the thread but google is bound to tell you. Thanks for watching
Hi. Did you get which type thread to be used ???
@@chrispowell6594 did you get which type thread to be used ??
@@rameezkoya007
Hi, great information here
www.ukaps.org/forum/threads/a-guide-to-co2-cylinders.70295/
How long it last?
same question
Can i change the handle??
After removing the black horn from the cylinder I can directly fit the regulator or I need to put another valve to connect the regulator?
Directly fit the regulator 👍
What about the size of the cylinder mouth and the valves
Great info on this here..
www.ukaps.org/forum/threads/a-guide-to-co2-cylinders.70295/
hi my jbl adapter wont fit.do i need a new nut to attach it to the cylinder?
Hi, I believe you need one of these..
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/255288316331?chn=ps&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&amdata=enc%3A1qXNGa9XqSTqXN5KMyLkhTA88&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&itemid=255288316331&targetid=293946777986&device=m&mktype=pla&googleloc=1007009&poi=&campaignid=17116423086&mkgroupid=134652533165&rlsatarget=pla-293946777986&abcId=9300856&merchantid=101732101&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4uaUBhC8ARIsANUuDjWugmxbPbcWquwKli5ktU4YzEeTEReqYmvmFa_vBBMMMl0x-esKCcQaAvRZEALw_wcB
@@chrispowell6594 thank you so much
What type of fire extinguisher u using? Is ABC type fire extinguisher can use to hold co2
Hi, it's just a standard 5kg co2 fire extinguisher
How did u build all co2 system?
That's a 2kg co2?
Where can I buy the fire extinguishers?
I googled local companies for fire extinguisher servicing. Ring them up and see what they can supply you with
Ebay
Can you refill it?
I just replace with another from a local company. 5kg is around £15
I’m looking on google for a stockist or somewhere online, they seem so expensive for 5kg, even screwfix is £110 for that size! eBay has one for £51 but I want your £15 one ☝🏼
How to reffil co2
I just swap the empty bottle with a local company who then refill them
The thing is, the same companies that sell these CO2 fire extinguishers, could have sold you a similarly sized CO2 bottle used for welding, at the same exact price, with the correct thread and it would also be refillable at that company.
Yes I have also used gas bottles, they are great and work out cheaper. Most around here come with a rental charge or are harder to find.
This for me makes the fire extinguishers a better option
Deposit £80 plus rental but a xtinquisher £20 free delivery on ebay
Itna music Dene Ka jarurat kya hai ??????
will this regulator fit www.co2art.co.uk/collections/co2-regulators/products/pro-se-series-aquarium-co2-dual-stage-regulator-with-integrated-solenoid this fire extinguisher www.budget-fire.co.uk/2kg-co2-fire-extinguisher-jewel-fire-group?
Yes no problem they will fit
@@chrispowell6594 thank you very much I was planning on buying this but was a bit uncertain about the sizes.
@@chrispowell6594 Hi I read on Ukaps that there are two different types of fire extinguishers, one being short made of aluminium and the other being taller and made of steel. the shorter aluminium one is cheaper and lighter seems like a win-win? any opinions? sorry for my questions, I just wanna make sure I'm doing things right.
@@not_ur_senpai866 I have never used the shorter aluminium type as I have never come across them being sold local to me. My best advice would be look long term, what's going to work out easier to replace when empty and cheaper in the long run
@@chrispowell6594 so the regulator fitting shouldn't be to much of a problem?
have you had experience with co2 art regulator and service? again sorry for the questions
Holy shit the ear cancer