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Heaters

Discussion in 'Aquarium Equipment & Decor' started by ClownKnife, Jan 19, 2010.

  1. ClownKnife

    ClownKnife Thread Starter New Member

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    I am looking for a good aquarium Heater for my 55 gallon tank. Anyone have any sugestions? I have a clown knife in the tank and i need one that is going to work properly. I have been through 2 in the past year the one just stopped working and the one that is in there now the light comes on and it works but will not get the tank over 76. Both heaters i have gotten have been the right watts.

    Before i go and buy another i just wanted to get some opinions.

    thanks guys!!! [bfish]
     
    ClownKnife, Jan 19, 2010
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  2. Anthony

    Anthony Active Member

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    What brand were you using ? I've always had good luck with Visi-Therms.
     
    Anthony, Jan 19, 2010
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  3. BobV

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    stealth and ebos are good. Don't scrimp of heaters, get good ones because a heaater failier has killed many a tankfull of fish. I recently lost a whole tank of synodontis petricolas due to being cooked by a failing heater
     
    BobV, Jan 19, 2010
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  4. BobV

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    OH, I might add, when the opportunity arises, opt for two smaller heaters instead of one, if one of the smaller ones fails in the on position, it may possibly not overheat the tank, and the opposite is true, if one fails to come on, the other one should maintain enough heat in the tank to keep it healthy until you notice the failier.
     
    BobV, Jan 19, 2010
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  5. Anthony

    Anthony Active Member

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    I was just about to suggest that. :D
     
    Anthony, Jan 19, 2010
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  6. MOD_Dawn

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    I'd go with Stealth or Hydor (they've always served me well).
    Also, Hydor makes an inline & cable one depending on your needs.
    If utilizing 2 heaters always make sure you set them a degree or two apart ;)
     
    MOD_Dawn, Jan 19, 2010
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    Im also a big fan of Stealth heaters. Good heater and isnt made with glass so you dont have to worry about it shattering...
     
    jrow8162, Jan 20, 2010
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  8. Omega59

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    I use aqua clear brand and never had a problem. Had it for about 4 years now.
     
    Omega59, Jan 20, 2010
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