plankton light reactor

The plankton light reactor is a simple system for producing plankton in a natural food chain. Within the plankton light reactor, micro-algae are produced with light, fertiliser and CO₂. The micro-algae can be fed directly to many filter-feeding invertebrates, especially to zooplankton. The growth rate of the micro-algae in the plankton light reactor is enormous. If the supply of light, CO₂ and nutrients is continuous, the biomass of the algae may increase four-fold within 24 hours. Both fresh- and saltwater species of phytoplankton can be cultivated.

Contents: plankton light reactor approx. volume 2.5 l (app. 0.65 gal), wall bracket, connections for air pump, lighting unit with fluorescent lamp (18 W), special reflector and fixing clamps.

Ø app. 80 mm (app. 3.2”), length: app. 800 mm (app. 32”),  hose connection: 6 mm, (app. 1/4”)