Nimboli12
Reefee
I keep my salt water for my water changes in a 20 gal tank with a pump to churn the water. Do I need a filtr on there also?
fis a filter needed for my water change tank
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robbrouse
Reefing newb
maybe a heater to keep it close to same temp,
little_fish
Moderator
no need for a filter or a heater, just a powerhead to keep the water moving.
kbuser92
Breeder
A heater isn't necessary, but it won't hurt, either. I say if you have a spare, use it, if you don't then I wouldn't waste money. Unless you wanna buy a spare anyways. A powerhead, however, I would say is necessary. It'll do the mixing after you get it started and keep all the salt in suspension and help all the minerals to disolve properly.
Nimboli12
Reefee
I forgot to mention that I do have a heater in there. Without a heater , if the water was colder than my tank water & I put it in my sump when its low wouldn't that bother the fish or bring down the temp of my tank ? I mean, shouldn't all the water be the same temp ?
little_fish
Moderator
You should heat the water before you add it to the tank, but if you keep a heater in there tub now you will only encourage stuff to grow in there.
Nimboli12
Reefee
Wow. Im glad I asked this question. What is the best way to heat the water before adding to the sump quickly? Just take it in & microwave it?
little_fish
Moderator
no, just put the heater in a few hours before you do the change. The temp doesnt have to be perfect, just closish.
Nimboli12
Reefee
What I meant was ......., Actually, I answered my own question in my head. Nedvermind & thank you?
bjohanson1234
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The power head for my water container actually heats up the 4 gallons a little warmer than my tank is.
Bifferwine
I am a girl
Most people only change out 10% to 20% at a time. If the temperatures are different, even several degrees off, such a small amount isn't going to make much of a difference.
