Co2 tank leak toxic?

[fishfanatic06]

I am considering investing in a calcium reactor. My reef is in my bedroom. I was wondering if the Co2 tank were to leak while I was sleeping, could the amount of Co2 leaked out of the Co2 tank become lethal?
Thanks

[maxima k2]

If it were to develop a leak and you had poor ventilation, no doubt it could kill you. If you want to experiment take a plastic bag and put it over your head and see how long it takes for you to pass out.........J/K do not do that. Why not put your reactor in a different area. There is not that much plumbing to run between your tank and reactor. Find a safe way to do hook it up, it will be worth it.

[fishfanatic06]

Like where? Im on the second floor sorrounded by other bedrooms. It does not seem too practical.

[maxima k2]

Are you in a house? Are the other rooms occupied? What is above and below your room? Be creative!

[fishfanatic06]

What if at night I kept my bedroom door open and the ceiling fan on. Then would I be safe if the Co2 tank were to leak?

[fishfanatic06]

Yes I am in a house. All the other rooms are occupied. Kitchen is below my room.

[maxima k2]

What is your situation? Do you own a house, rent an apartment or still live with your parents? Would leaving you door open and fan on help? Most likely yes. This is a slippery slope that you and I are on. I want to make sure that you understand the risks.

[fishfanatic06]

apartment

[RWillieK]

I think the chances of the tank leaking are slim to none, but precautions should be taken.

You might be able to find a CO2 air monitor fairly cheaply.

Robbie

[maxima k2]

Can you plumb it down to your kitchen some where? On my reactor I am only using 2 - 1/4 inch lines, one to my tank and one from my main pump that feeds the reactor. I have the potential to move the reactor any where I can run those 2 small lines. If had a storage closet in your kitchen, you could put the unit in there. Run the 2 lines through the floor and have the reactor and pump in the closet down stairs.

[maxima k2]

I have had leaks in the past but none of them were severe, of course the unit was not in my bedroom either. On the other hand you may notice a leak in a quiet bedroom alot faster too.

[fishfanatic06]

I cant run it to the kitchen. Been looking at Co2 monitors. They are like 300 plus dollars, so that's out of question.

[maxima k2]

What is above you?

I am trying to help you, but you are in a tough spot.

Do you have a closet outside the bedroom that you could run the lines to? ie; hall closet.

[fishfanatic06]

An attic

[maxima k2]

Can you get in the attic from your place? It will be a pain to service and in the summer it will heat your tank. I maybe stretching too far.

[RWillieK]

CO2 monitors don't cost $300......I use one at work that we bought for around $100.

[maxima k2]

If you can get a reliable one for $100 do that.

[fishfanatic06]

do u know where i can get one that cheap? Does it sound an alarm when the co2 levels become toxic in the room?