How To Make an Algae Test Photo Bioreactor...Part Four

Cap Assembly

This multipart instructable gives a step-by-step instructions on making an algae test photo bioreactor. This can be used in any application that calls for testing and/or growing algae, to determine maximum growth rates, best nutrients, etc., such as...

Making algae biodiesel,
Animal feed,
Organic fertilizer,
Cosmetics,
Health food supplements and many more.

Because this is more involved than can be explained clearly in a single instructable, I'll have to include multiple parts.

You can also download a complete free eBook here:

http://www.making-biodiesel-books.com/bioreactor.html

It includes a complete parts list, color diagrams, step-by-step instructions, and full color photos.

Step 1: Cap Assembly...1

Materials:

(10) 1.25 PVC threaded plugs
(10) Bulk Air stones
(20) 1/8 x � Barb Adapter
(1) Aquarium Silicone air hose
(10) �w Adaptors
(1) Tube 3M 5200 Marine Adhesive
(10) Check Valves
(10) 1.25 PVC Slip and Thread adapters

Tools Needed:

Drill press or power drill.
1/2" drill bit
9/16" deep socket
Socket wrench
Utility knife
3M 5200 Marine adhesive

Assemble all the parts and tools necessary before beginning:

Comments

[dsieg58]

no, they aren't. the hose barb is 1/8th. and the male fitting is 1/4". the elbow is also 1/4" Can send you the pictures of the packages if you like.

[OgreOwner]

Those are not 1/8 parts. Looks a lot like 3/8 or 1/2 to me.