DCEC Cylinders manufactures a comprehensive range of aluminum gas cylinders for aquarium CO₂ tanks. We can customize your aquarium CO₂ tanks with a wide range of options for finishes, branding, size, valves and regulators to give you a unique product that matches your brand requirements.
DCEC Cylinders aquarium CO₂ tanks are engineered for aquarium use
When we make aluminum gas cylinders, we ensure that they are specifically engineered for their intended use. DCEC Cylinders aquarium CO₂ tanks are manufactured from inclusion-free high quality aluminum alloys and deliver the correct, reliable, metered CO₂ flow that you specify for your customers to ensure healthy growth of aquatic plants and to maintain ideal aquarium tank conditions.
- CO₂ tanks engineered for planted aquariums
- Ideal for professional and hobbyist aquascaping
- Pressure rated to 1800 psi (124 bar)
- TPED-certified aluminum cylinders for European compliance and global transport
- Screen printing, powder coating & branding customizations
- Matt or gloss finishes in any color combination to match your brand
- Tank volumes from 0.5l to 3.0l to match any size of installation
- Choice of industry standard 5/8-18UNF or 3/4-16UNF threading for maximum compatibility
- Can be used with standard solenoid valves, bubble counters and diffusers
- Custom threading and sizes available by request
- Custom solutions with pre-installed valves
- DCEC Cylinders also supplies regulated valves
Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, easy to install aquarium CO₂ tanks
Aquarium hobbyists and professionals both want an easy to install, corrosion-resistant solution for their aquarium CO₂ tanks. DCEC Cylinders aluminum gas cylinders for aquarium CO₂ tanks have the added benefits of corrosion resistance and very high strength. Working pressure of up to 1800psi and a range of sizes from 0.5l to 3.0l ensures that there is a DCEC Cylinders aquarium CO₂ tank of choice for all types of aquarium user who needs safe and consistent CO₂ delivery for healthy aquascaping.

Fully compatible with industry standard regulators and components
We offer aquarium CO₂ tanks & cylinders in multiple size options to suit everything from shelf or desktop nano tanks to mid-size aquascapes, and larger planted dioramas. Every model of DCEC aquarium CO₂ tank is compatible with industry-standard regulators and components used in freshwater CO₂ injection systems. Our aluminum gas cylinders are engineered to work seamlessly with both manual injection and automated CO₂ control.
Aquarium CO₂ tank customization promotes your brand
Aluminum gas cylinder customization makes every cylinder a brand marketing asset that exposes your brand to new customers and reinforces existing impressions of quality and reliability. High quality cylinder customization of your aquarium CO₂ tanks is an excellent way to increase the visibility of your brand and reinforce a prestige brand image with high quality aluminum cylinder finishes and precision screen printing of logos and product information.
| Model | DC-A12 | DC-A20 | DC-A24 | DC-C20 | DC-C30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working Pressure (psi/bar) | 1800 / 124 | 1800 / 124 | 1800 / 124 | 1800 / 124 | 1800 / 124 |
| Diameter (mm) | 63.8 | 81 | 81 | 111.3 | 111.3 |
| Length (mm) | 238 | 238 | 275 | 305 | 428 |
| Weight (kg) | 0.5 | 0.74 | 0.85 | 1.8 | 2.2 |
| Water Capacity (L) | 0.5 | 0.8 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Thread Size | 5/8-18UNF | 5/8-18UNF | 5/8-18UNF | 3/4-16UNF | 3/4-16UNF |

A one-stop source for your entire range of aquarium CO₂ tanks
DCEC Cylinders is here to help OEMs, aquarium manufacturers and aquascaping brands to be able to supply a diverse range of customers with the correct aquarium CO₂ tanks for each and every customer. We provide you with branded, printed or polished aquarium CO₂ tanks in the sizes your customers want, and with valve and regulator options that match common international standards for aquaria. We can also provide you with batch marking, labeling and packaging options for distributors.
- Raw material certificates of origin and characteristics
- Batch number tracking
- Hydrostatic test records for every cylinder on request
- Pressure tested at ≥ 1.5x working pressure
- ISO 7866 standard verification
- Pre-installed valve assemblies are leak-tested
- All valve and regulator installations are torqued and verified before shipment
Manufactured to international standards for global distribution of aluminum gas cylinders
All DCEC Cylinders aquarium CO₂ tanks are manufactured in our ISO 9001 certified facility in Taiwan and are verified with dimensional checks, hydrostatic testing at rated pressure and leak testing before shipment. We can supply you with full test, material and production tracing reports to meet any regulatory or OEM needs. Contact us to discover how we can enhance the branding and appeal of your aquarium CO₂ tanks.
FAQs
Are your aquarium CO₂ tanks certified for international use?
CE, TPED, or DOT certification is not normally required for small aquarium tanks, but because we manufacture all our aluminium gas cylinders to international standards, we can provide documentation on request to match the buyer’s requirements.
Can you supply the cylinders with valves and/or regulators?
We are happy to supply cylinders with separate or pre-installed, leak-tested valves and/or regulators, torqued to the correct settings and ready for use. Tank threading is designed to match standard CO₂ fittings for maximum compatibility.
What sizes and pressures can you supply?
Our standard aquarium CO₂ tank range includes tanks with capacities from 0.5L to 3.0L and a working pressure of 1800 psi (124 bar). This is suitable for most aquascaping and aquatic plant systems. We can also supply custom sizes and specifications on request.
Do you offer customization for labels or branding?
We can fully customize your aquarium CO₂ tanks to match your brand identity, from simple colour-scheme painting or powder coating to screen-printed logos and complex images. We can also supply adhesive stickers for branding or safety purposes. A minimum order quantity (MOQ) may apply to some options.
