Soothing Shrimp Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 Anyone know what that powder is on the new Kordon Breather Bags? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DETAquarium Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 Great question, but it certainly deterred me from purchasing Kordon's newer bag design. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miwu Posted October 7, 2015 Report Share Posted October 7, 2015 No idea, but it annoys me so much. I'm always scared of it getting in my shrimp tanks. I was assuming it's just something to prevent the bags from sticking together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wygglz Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 I was just getting ready to order some. DET, what do you use if not Kordon? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesHe Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 I was just getting ready to order some. DET, what do you use if not Kordon? I use Long Life bag. svetilda 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wygglz Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odin Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 How do these bags seal if you don't mind my asking, never looked into it before and I may need to start Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DETAquarium Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 I was just getting ready to order some. DET, what do you use if not Kordon? Exactly what James posted, they have done great so far with me. I still wish the old Kordon designed bags were available. I heard, probably a rumor, but that Kordon was bringing the 5x8 bags back? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DETAquarium Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 How do these bags seal if you don't mind my asking, never looked into it before and I may need to start Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk Usually people just tie a knot. I tie a knot and use a rubber band for extra peace of mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odin Posted October 8, 2015 Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 Ahhhh a few I've had are sealed with heat, just wondered when I saw the bags.. In this post. Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soothing Shrimp Posted October 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2015 I use the 7 x 13 Kordons now. The bottom is elastic strapped, which reduces corners which is nice. I miss the latex feel/stretch the smaller ones had though. These feel so much like poly to me, which I'm just not crazy about- but they all do now. I seal by tying one knot, then further up tying another. I could probably do rubber bands, but I'm lazy and that's extra work and another thing to buy. svetilda 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishprinceofca Posted October 9, 2015 Report Share Posted October 9, 2015 Edited: Does anyone heat seal the sides of the breather bags, as recommended for extra durability? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pratiksawai47 Posted October 9, 2015 Report Share Posted October 9, 2015 For how many hours the shrimp will be alive in these bags? Sorry for a noob question Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soothing Shrimp Posted October 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2015 I've had shrimp get lost by the usps for two weeks and arrive okay at their destination. So the co2 exchange works well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wygglz Posted October 9, 2015 Report Share Posted October 9, 2015 I've had shrimp get lost by the usps for two weeks and arrive okay at their destination. So the co2 exchange works well. 2 Weeks? I would be an absolute basket case waiting! I stress over the extra 24 hous all shipments seem to take to get out here. Soothing Shrimp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soothing Shrimp Posted October 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2015 It's definitely an experience. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishprinceofca Posted October 9, 2015 Report Share Posted October 9, 2015 Exactly what James posted, they have done great so far with me. I still wish the old Kordon designed bags were available. I heard, probably a rumor, but that Kordon was bringing the 5x8 bags back? Yeah, MVP told me that were considering bringing it back, but they have yet to decide if it will be a finalized product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishprinceofca Posted October 9, 2015 Report Share Posted October 9, 2015 I use the 7 x 13 Kordons now. The bottom is elastic strapped, which reduces corners which is nice. I miss the latex feel/stretch the smaller ones had though. These feel so much like poly to me, which I'm just not crazy about- but they all do now. I seal by tying one knot, then further up tying another. I could probably do rubber bands, but I'm lazy and that's extra work and another thing to buy. Soothing, I miss the latex feel, too. I've received shrimp from breeders who still have those older bags, and they feel a lot better than the newer poly ones. Soothing Shrimp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soothing Shrimp Posted October 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 This may be a possible explanation: "That powder is usually a form of food-grade diatomaceous earth. It's a desiccant to keep the bags from sticking to each other and prevents mold and mildew growth in the bag pores which allow gas exchange. Perfectly harmless for aquatic fauna and flora ☺ Diana Lee the Redhead http://floridaorchidendlers.com" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenPepper Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 I use Long Life bag. me too, i haven't had any problem with these so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shrimple minded Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 I find diatomaceous earth to be one of the more interesting substances on the planet. So many uses, from such an odd source. I can't find anywhere that someone has stated an estimate of how much there is on the planet, but it's only "mined" in few locations, and you would think it isn't infinite in supply. Soothing Shrimp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soothing Shrimp Posted November 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2015 Just got a definite answer direct from a source whom would prefer to stay anonymous. The powder on the kordon bags is......cornstarch. h4n 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DETAquarium Posted November 10, 2015 Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 Would this source be able to answer why this "cornstarch" has been applied, and if it would have any negative effects on our shrimp? h4n 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soothing Shrimp Posted November 10, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 So the bags won't stick together, and no effects on shrimp for shipping according to them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OblongShrimp Posted November 10, 2015 Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 I have used the new bags to ship tigers and several sulawesi species so far and haven't noticed any difference. The powder is annoying and I dislike having the larger bags but they still work. Soothing Shrimp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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