Many people set up aquariums at home. It has been scientifically proven that looking at fish swimming in an aquarium is noticeably calming and relaxing after a hard day's work. And fish are the least allergenic pets. Any aquarium requires the installation of a compressor, which is responsible for saturating the water with oxygen. And then a problem arises - the compressor makes too much noise in complete silence.
It is necessary
- - instruments;
- - foam rubber;
- - Styrofoam;
- - sponge for washing dishes.
Instructions
Step 1
When buying accessories for your aquarium, pay attention to the compressor. Before going to the store, read the literature on how to find the right parts for your aquarium as a rule. Arriving at the store, listen carefully to everything that the sales assistant has to say. Nowadays, there are many silent compressors on the market that work almost inaudibly. It is not hard to guess that such compressors will cost a little more than conventional ones. However, even silent models can make a little noise, which causes some discomfort for some.
Step 2
If you have a compressor with a simple type of device, then try to disassemble it. To do this, read the instruction manual. Here you will find the location of all connections and fasteners. Remove the screws and open the case. Carefully study how the internal parts are in relation to each other. The most common cause of the characteristic crackle is friction of the membrane against any protruding part. Find her. It is necessary to either carefully file or cut out a place that prevents the membrane from moving silently. Do all the procedures very carefully using a special tool so as not to damage the rest of the parts.
Step 3
To reduce the sound of a running compressor, you can try placing it on a special stand. It must be made of a material that absorbs vibration, as noise is caused by the frequent vibrations of the diaphragm inside the compressor. Try using a regular dishwashing sponge. The thicker it is, the quieter the sound will be. You can also place the compressor in a small soundproof box. If not, use polystyrene or foam rubber. Wrap it around the compressor housing and secure the material with rubber bands.
Step 4
It is worth noting that many compressors begin to crack after some time of operation. This can be caused by either clogging or loosening of some internal parts. Disassemble the compressor, find the loose parts and secure them.
