Hello,
I need 2 elbows like this for my paludarium set up. I want to put the spray bar at the top to create a waterfall and I need the hose to bend like this. I know brass is a no go, but will work temporarily while I set up the waterfall. Is there anything I can get that is shrimp safe? I eventually plan to have shrimp, snails, and maybe nano fish in the water area.
Thanks!
by -dark-rainbow-
4 Comments
Usually poly fittings or “black pvc” (ABS) irrigation fittings are a safe bet as they are typically inert. I use vinyl adaptors to taper sizing if they don’t match exactly.
I’d say be aware of the outside diameter of the elbows as well since they can vary from metal. I used brass valves in a canister filter aquarium setup with a bypass to drain and fill from a bucket for years with shrimp snails and community fish never had an issue. I’m not saying do it of course
[eheim elbow](https://www.recifart.com/en/hoses-and-accessories/3673-elbow-for-hose-16-22mm-hoses-and-accessories-eheim.html)
Have a look at MistKing fittings – Big Als carries them. Not sure if diameter would be suitable, they come in 1/4 and 3/8 inch IIRC.