Pimpernickel
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I've always used a gallon of H2O2 to sterilize my sysTems and reses after a run. I usually let it circulate for a few days. How long do I actually need to let it circulate for for thorough sterilization?
H2O2 sterilization time.
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waterdawg
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What percentage are u using? I have no clue as I used it only diluted in res every week, it was 29%. I found it very pricey and now use bleach to run through system before a run and tea after that.
Pimpernickel
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27%. It's pricey but bleach leaves a residue sometimes, I hate scrubbing.
waterdawg
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I've never had an issue with residue but I do rinse it out really well and run straight water through it as well. And really I guess in the whole scheem of things peroxide is not a bank breaker. It is a bitch to find here though.
jijiandfarmgang
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No residue at the proper concentration.
I'm not that familiar with H202 contact times (which vary by concentration) but I'm guessing 1-2 hours max.
A few days is actually quite a bit worse.
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GrowerGoneWild
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I dont know about running vinegar through a system treated with h2o2, you might end up with peracetic acid... a stronger disinfectant but it is corrosive..