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October 11th, 2007, 07:23 PM
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Heater Selection?
Aquarium Heaters: Rena Cal Top Light Excel Heaters
I found and really like this heater. I am going to use it for a 30 gallon reef setup I am starting. Should I go with the 100w or the 150w? It seems like the 150w would be a better choice because I won't have to worry about maxing it out to get the desired temperature. I really like that it has single degree incrimental temp. steps. Any thoughts? I love this forum, you guys are all a GREAT help. This is a better addiction that drugs or alcohol.  Current Aquarium(s) Description: 55 Gallon Freshwater Cichlid Tank, Just Bought 30 Gallon For Saltwater Reef Setup Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: Just Starting Other Intrests: Working, Hanging Out, Playing With My Fish 
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October 11th, 2007, 08:47 PM
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Re: Heater Selection?
I would say go for the larger one...
This addiction is more expensive than drugs or alcohol, unfortunately.
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Current Aquarium(s) Description: 240-gallon reef with a 55-gallon sump and 35-gallon refugium Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 7 years
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October 11th, 2007, 10:48 PM
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Re: Heater Selection?
yeah but at least it doesnt leave you puking in the corner from doing it too much
 Brian Current Aquarium(s) Description: 30 Gal Fish/Reef Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: Since 2004
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October 12th, 2007, 01:49 AM
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Re: Heater Selection?
there's not a big price difference so go with the bigger
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 34 gallon Solana w/ 150 Halide Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 months Other Intrests: Fishing, Outdoors, having fun Last edited by UnderwaterWorld; October 12th, 2007 at 01:53 AM.
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October 12th, 2007, 03:56 AM
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Re: Heater Selection?
I'd go with 2 of the 50 watts heaters instead.
Reason being,If one happens to stick on it wont cook your tank near as quick.
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October 12th, 2007, 03:59 AM
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Re: Heater Selection?
Was just about to ask that yote..... Will 2 smaller heaters work as good as one?
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125 Clear for Life Acrylic- ASM Skimmer,RioHB20's (x2) 30 gallon sump... Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 months Other Intrests: Video Games, Saltwater Tanks, Playing with the 2yr old..
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October 12th, 2007, 04:03 AM
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Re: Heater Selection?
Has been for me Mike.
If the water cools down enough for heat,then both heater should kick on.But if one sticks on and the other cuts off theres not as big a chance of over heating the tank before you catch it.
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Live life at full draw. Current Aquarium(s) Description: 125gal SPS tank in the works Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2+ Other Intrests: Hunting,camping,fishing
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October 12th, 2007, 07:08 AM
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Re: Heater Selection?
I use two heaters. I figure if one breaks at least one will still work.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 120 with 30 sump Aquatinic Constellation T5 lighting Coralife Super Skimmer Koralia 2/3 Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2 years and counting Other Intrests: Pig collector, Gardening
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October 12th, 2007, 02:23 PM
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Re: Heater Selection?
As always, great advice.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 55 Gallon Freshwater Cichlid Tank, Just Bought 30 Gallon For Saltwater Reef Setup Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: Just Starting Other Intrests: Working, Hanging Out, Playing With My Fish
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