using aquarium pump for aeration.

[E_mott09]

That's very helpful. Thanks. I like the sanitized bucket idea, any extra measure is worth it. I was also going to use a couple of grain bags folded over many times over the inlet of the pump. I figure that will take care of any dust and other larger things.

 

[Stauffbier]

That's very helpful. Thanks. I like the sanitized bucket idea, any extra measure is worth it. I was also going to use a couple of grain bags folded over many times over the inlet of the pump. I figure that will take care of any dust and other larger things.

Just be sure to sanitize the grain bags first, because they can have more nasties on them than the air does..

 

[E_mott09]

Will do. Just soak in my sanitizer and use wet?

 

[Stauffbier]

Will do. Just soak in my sanitizer and use wet?

I would probably soak it for 30 minutes or so and then ring it out as dry as you can. Just make sure it doesn't stop the airflow of the pump. I'm not sure how much any of these tactics actually help, but it's better than nothing. At the very least order yourself an inline filter when you can, but you may want to consider upgrading to pure oxygen when you're able. I'm doing that myself. My oxy kit should be arriving this week...