Description
Product Overview
The UNS Micro CO₂ Solenoid is the brain of your gas setup, allowing you to completely automate your tank’s schedule. Simply plug it into a standard light timer or smart plug, and it will automatically handle your gas injection. It runs incredibly cool, stays completely silent, and ensures your plants get carbon exactly when they need it most.
Key Features & Benefits
Cool & Silent 12V DC Operation: Low-voltage electronic design eliminates buzzing noises and stays cool to the touch to protect surrounding equipment.
Automated Dosing Control: Syncs effortlessly with standard light timers or smart outlets to turn CO2 output on and off automatically.
Ultra-Compact Footprint: Miniature profile mounts directly to your regulator setup without adding bulk or clutter inside your cabinet.
Algae-Fighting Consistency: Delivers precise daily injection schedules to keep water chemistry stable and naturally suppress algae growth.
Technical Specifications
Note: Designed specifically for direct integration with Ultum Nature Systems micro-scale regulator equipment.
Attribute
Specification
Brand
Ultum Nature Systems (UNS)
Model
UNS Micro CO2 Solenoid
Operating Voltage
110V–220V AC Input / 12V DC Output
Valve Type
Electronic Magnetic Solenoid Valve
Primary Compatibility
UNS Micro CO2 Regulator
Operation Noise Level
0 dB (Silent Electronic Click)
System Pairing Recommendations
Complete 3-Piece Bundle: Upgrade to the UNS Micro 3-Piece Kit to get the matching Bubble Counter and Regulator for full automated timer control and visual flow tracking.
All-In-One 7-Piece Setup: Choose the UNS Micro 7-Piece Complete Kit for an out-of-the-box solution with cartridges, tubing, and diffusers included.
What’s Included
1x UNS Micro CO₂ Solenoid
1x 12V DC Power Adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does the UNS Micro Solenoid get hot while running?
No. Thanks to its 12V DC low-voltage transformer, this solenoid consumes minimal power and stays cool to the touch even after running continuously for 8+ hours.
2. Can I connect this solenoid to a smart home plug?
Yes. The power adapter plugs into any standard 110V–220V AC outlet, making it fully compatible with traditional mechanical timers, digital outlet timers, and Wi-Fi smart plugs.
3. When should my solenoid turn CO2 on and off?
We recommend programming your timer to turn the solenoid ON roughly 1 hour before your aquarium lights turn on, and OFF 1 hour before the lights turn off so plants have saturated carbon ready at photoperiod start.
Team Buce Plant Tips
Setting up pressurized carbon dioxide is far simpler than it appears! Explore our step-by-step guides to master your setup:
Learn how to install and tune your system: How to Add CO2 to Your Planted Aquarium.
Understand the science behind plant growth and carbon injection: The Mysteries of CO2 in a Planted Tank Explained.
