WMAS Discussion Forum : Heater Reccomendation http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:30:32 +0000 Wed, 25 Sep 2013 11:31:10 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=66423 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[Heater Reccomendation : Also, just a side note. I 150w,...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=537574&title=heater-reccomendation#537574 Author: Blake
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Posted: September 25 2013 at 11:31am

Also, just a side note. I 150w, might be to large, I'm not entirely sure. i was just using that as an example :)]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2013 11:31:10 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=537574&title=heater-reccomendation#537574 <![CDATA[Heater Reccomendation : Ok, so here is what I think I...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=537573&title=heater-reccomendation#537573 Author: Blake
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Posted: September 25 2013 at 11:22am

Ok, so here is what I think I will do. and I just watned to run it past everyone to get thoughts.  It sounds like these Jager Eheim heaters are the way to go as far as a good brand. The safest option sounds like getting a controller. Which I would love to do, but I probably don't have the budget at the moment and my tank is getting down to 75 degrees some nights. So I figure I should probably get a a heater before it gets much cooler. 

So i think i'll get one Jager Eheim heater and put it in my tank now until I can save some money to get some cash for a controller. Then I can hook that up and have some peace of mind :) Down the road I plan to upgrade to a larger 55 or 75 gal tank. So I think I'll get one heater instead ot 2 smaller because I'll just use the heater I buy now, and then buy one more and use the 2 inmy larger tank when it comes time. How does that sound? Also, Mark, i saw you recommended a 50w, but when i get a larger tank down the road and do 2 heaters wouldn't it be good to have something a little larger? Like get a 150w now and then when I get a new, larger tank buy another 150w. Does that make sense? 

Anyway, i'd love the feed back from everyone .Thank you!
]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2013 11:22:40 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=537573&title=heater-reccomendation#537573 <![CDATA[Heater Reccomendation : You can build them. ]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=536154&title=heater-reccomendation#536154 Author: laynframe
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Posted: September 10 2013 at 2:13pm

You can build them. ]]> Tue, 10 Sep 2013 14:13:55 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=536154&title=heater-reccomendation#536154 <![CDATA[Heater Reccomendation : Thanks for the information! That...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=536043&title=heater-reccomendation#536043 Author: Blake
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Posted: September 09 2013 at 10:43am

Thanks for the information! That is a good idea. I'd be interested in learning on how to build one. It sounds like it is something you built, nut just purchased, right?

Also, does anyone have any experience and or feedback on the advantages or disadvantages of a in line heater?
]]> Mon, 09 Sep 2013 10:43:53 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=536043&title=heater-reccomendation#536043 <![CDATA[Heater Reccomendation : You could use a ranco controller...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535927&title=heater-reccomendation#535927 Author: laynframe
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Posted: September 08 2013 at 9:35am

You could use a ranco controller for your heaters. It only monitors your water temp, but they are highly accurate. They are used in every piece of refrigeration equipment you can think of and are very reliable. I'm using one on my frag tank to power two heaters. I can build you one for about 120 bucks, that's what I do for a living, and it will be the last heater control you would need. I can also build one that will run chillers and heaters I'm one unit. Lmk]]> Sun, 08 Sep 2013 09:35:34 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535927&title=heater-reccomendation#535927 <![CDATA[Heater Reccomendation : They have optional electronic...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535837&title=heater-reccomendation#535837 Author: Ann_A
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Posted: September 06 2013 at 7:36pm

They have optional electronic probes to constantly monitor Ph, Temperature, ORP, Salinity, and I believe Dissolved Oxygen (VERY expensive probe). The standard Apex comes with a temperature probe and a ph probe. It also includes a display unit, base unit (the "brain" of the system), and EB8 (basically the powerstrip to plug equipment into). You can buy all sorts of add-on modules to add probes and more control modules to plug more things into the system. You can buy modules that will interface with wireless equipment like LED lights and Vortech pumps. There are tons of ways to use controllers like the Apex.]]> Fri, 06 Sep 2013 19:36:57 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535837&title=heater-reccomendation#535837 <![CDATA[Heater Reccomendation : Oh wow! Those are pretty awesome!...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535809&title=heater-reccomendation#535809 Author: Blake
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Posted: September 06 2013 at 4:52pm

Oh wow! Those are pretty awesome! Do these test Ph levels, etc without having to "refill" them. meaning each time I test for Ph, Ammonia, Nitrate, etc I have to buy more "strips" or test kits when I run out. Does these controllers test with out refills?]]> Fri, 06 Sep 2013 16:52:18 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535809&title=heater-reccomendation#535809 <![CDATA[Heater Reccomendation : By &#034;controllers&#034; we...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535806&title=heater-reccomendation#535806 Author: Ann_A
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Posted: September 06 2013 at 4:27pm

By "controllers" we mean tank controllers such as the Apex or something similar. I've never used one on my tanks, but if I could afford to I would not hesitate to get a full Apex.

http://www.neptunesystems.com
]]> Fri, 06 Sep 2013 16:27:59 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535806&title=heater-reccomendation#535806 <![CDATA[Heater Reccomendation : Thank you to everyone for the...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535804&title=heater-reccomendation#535804 Author: Blake
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Posted: September 06 2013 at 4:03pm

Thank you to everyone for the great responses! Right now the temperature on my tank sits around 77.5. I've never seen it hit 76 and never more than 80. But most the it floats between 77 and 78 degrees. That is in a 24 hour period. So it doesn't seem like I need a heater immediately, but I want to start looking now since fall/winter is around the corner.

I've never herd of these controllers? Can someone link me one that they would recommend. It sounds like it might be a good option to get a decent sized heater and hook a control up to it to keep it from overheating my tank. Is that the idea?

I'm inclined to get a  heater that is a little larger because I see myself getting bigger tank down the road (around 75 gal maybe) and I'd like to be able to use some of the equipment from my 30 gal to save me some money :)

Also, what are the thoughts on these "in line" heaters. Ive got a canister filter that I could hook one up too. But I don't really know advantages and disadvantages of these. 

Big thank you to everyone!!

Also, checked my levels yesterday. Zero Nitrites and Zero Ammonia! Looking to be ready to ad fish :)
]]> Fri, 06 Sep 2013 16:03:06 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535804&title=heater-reccomendation#535804 <![CDATA[Heater Reccomendation : I use an oversized Mick Jagger...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535803&title=heater-reccomendation#535803 Author: Bryce
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Posted: September 06 2013 at 3:00pm

I use an oversized Mick Jagger (eheim jager) and unplug it in summer as pumps keep tank plenty warm even though its in basement. How cool is your tank getting and do you know the approximate swing in temp over a 24 hour period? I have LEDs and that means no heat there but my pumps and powerheads run 247 so they keep tank warm even at night. I also keep my heater in sump and have thermometer  in both the display and sump when I do use the heater so that when I do check say my skimmer, ATO, etc., I can take a peek at the temp in the sump to give me some assurance the heater isnt out of wack....not best but since I do not have a controller thats what I do...fish dropping dead would also be a good check ;)]]> Fri, 06 Sep 2013 15:00:29 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=66423&PID=535803&title=heater-reccomendation#535803