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product_id: 131249333
title: "Ista Turbo CO2 Reactor Diffuser 12/16 mm External for Plants Atomizer PH"
brand: "aquarium equip"
price: "R$1509"
currency: BRL
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 3
url: https://www.desertcart.com.br/products/131249333-ista-turbo-co2-reactor-diffuser-12-16-mm-external-plants
store_origin: BR
region: Brazil
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# 99% CO2 dissolution efficiency Tool-free external installation Patented impeller crushes bubbles Ista Turbo CO2 Reactor Diffuser 12/16 mm External for Plants Atomizer PH

**Brand:** aquarium equip
**Price:** R$1509
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Elevate your planted tank game with zero CO2 waste!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ista Turbo CO2 Reactor Diffuser 12/16 mm External for Plants Atomizer PH by aquarium equip
- **How much does it cost?** R$1509 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.br](https://www.desertcart.com.br/products/131249333-ista-turbo-co2-reactor-diffuser-12-16-mm-external-plants)

## Best For

- aquarium equip enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted aquarium equip brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Plug & Play Setup:** Compact external unit fits 12/16mm filter hoses and 4/6mm CO2 tubes—no electrician needed
- • **Prevent CO2 Waste:** Innovative design stops gas buildup at the surface, optimizing aquarium health
- • **Eco-Friendly Operation:** Runs solely on filter water flow—zero electricity consumption
- • **Maximize CO2 Absorption:** Patented impeller design ensures near-zero CO2 loss for lush plant growth
- • **Durable & Low Maintenance:** Impact-resistant, acid-proof materials make cleaning and upkeep effortless

## Overview

The Ista Turbo CO2 Reactor Diffuser is a compact, external aquarium device engineered to maximize CO2 dissolution into planted tanks. Featuring a patented impeller that crushes CO2 bubbles for near-complete absorption, it fits standard 12/16mm filter hoses and 4/6mm CO2 tubes without requiring electricity. Durable and easy to maintain, it prevents CO2 gas buildup and ensures efficient, eco-friendly operation for healthier aquatic plants.

## Description

Best way to diffuse the CO2 into planted tanks! There is no CO2 loss in this system. Inside the reactor, the CO2 bubbles are broken down constantly until they´re completely dissolved into the water. When using regular (ceramic plates) diffusers, there is loss when the CO2 bubbles reach the water surface. CHARACTERISTICS: •The most efficient application of CO2 dissolution. •The patented impeller design completely crushes the CO2 bubbles. •Compact in size, and used externally. •Durable to acidity and impact resistant. •Designed to prevent CO2 gas from collecting at the top. •Electricity is not required, since it uses the flow of water from the filter. •Easy to clean and simple to maintain.

Review: Product is for 12 mm - The product clearly says it's for 12mm and the title show 12/16 mm which is not mentioned on the box.
Review: way over priced - the product is excellent but very costly.. its much cheaper in aliexpress and wish..

## Features

- ●Assure great CO2 dissolution into the water.
- ●Compact and simple in installation.
- ● used either externally. For 12/16mm Filter hose For 4/6mm co2 tube
- For 4/6mm co2 tube (Does not contain)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00RZZ7G3W |
| Brand | Aquarium Equip |
| Brand Name | Aquarium Equip |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 8 Reviews |
| Item Form | Drops |
| Item Weight | 295 g |
| Manufacturer | ISTA |
| Target Species | Fish |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Aquarium Equip
- **Item Weight:** 295 g
- **Item Form:** Drops
- **Manufacturer:** ISTA

## Images

![Ista Turbo CO2 Reactor Diffuser 12/16 mm External for Plants Atomizer PH - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/3170-f7MpmL.jpg)
![Ista Turbo CO2 Reactor Diffuser 12/16 mm External for Plants Atomizer PH - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61TXqwTdt6L.jpg)
![Ista Turbo CO2 Reactor Diffuser 12/16 mm External for Plants Atomizer PH - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71jFQHGlG9L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is there a minimum psi that is needed for the diffusion to work? Will ehiem classic tubing fit this reactor?**
A: Yes, the ehiem tubing will work. Are u hooking it up to the canister filter? If so it will work great! I have mine hooked up to a fluval 406 canister filter myself. I think it rated at 350 gph soooo I hope these helps. Plus make sure u get a bubble counter to. Very important!!! I think for the money the ista turbo is worth it. Plus it's very efficient!! I hope these helped. It the gph ,not psi. These is coming from a plumber to. My fluval is rated at 385 gph. I'm sure I'm losing 50 or so gph do to head pressure. It running a 75 gallon heavy planted aquarium, with a 30 gallon sump.

**Q: Do I still need a co2 tank with this product**
A: Pressurized CO2 works well at 20-30psi.  Remember that this unit requires a water pump and will create back pressure on the CO2 line, and unless the DIY pressure is higher, will close your check valve.

**Q: I'm running a 125 gallon tank with an ehiem canister (16/22 tubing).will this product work or will i need another size?**
A: The reactor is made for 12/16mm tubing, 16/22mm tubing is too large for this reactor. I have mine hooked up to a recently established 55 gallon with a Eheim 2217. The outtake tubing on this Eheim model is 12/16 mm and works like a charm for this reactor. No leaks since intial setup weeks ago.

**Q: Will this fit the flual 407 ribbed tubing?**
A: Hi Lc,
Thanks for your question,
ISTA Turbo CO2 Reactor Diffuser is not suitable for flual 407 ribbed tubing.
You need to replace the tubing used by flual 407 to 12/16mm.

Thanks you
Relax buty

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐ Product is for 12 mm
*by S***O on 16 October 2021*

The product clearly says it's for 12mm and the title show 12/16 mm which is not mentioned on the box.

### ⭐ way over priced
*by A***R on 7 March 2018*

the product is excellent but very costly.. its much cheaper in aliexpress and wish..

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ does its Job fine
*by D***C on 14 December 2021*

i found this working very well mixing co2 nicely without any visible bubbles

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*Last updated: 2026-02-22*