discus tank water parameters what is going on with my tank.

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what temp control on the faucet? my tap water doesn't have a temp control it just has a cold knob and a hot know. how much is a inline heater?

A faucet temp control is basically a thermostatic mixing valve used for sink to prevent scalding. The lowest setting on most is about 84 degree. Ever use a public restroom with automatic faucet? Notice that the water that comes out is neither hot or cold? Well they use a mixing value to dipense water.

It's not necessary to use one but if you are going to be using quite a bit of hot water during your WC, you may want to invest in one to keep the water temperature being consistent. Such a valve will set you back about $75-$100.

 

[revkkoolaid]

A faucet temp control is basically a thermostatic mixing valve used for sink to prevent scalding. The lowest setting on most is about 84 degree. Ever use a public restroom with automatic faucet? Notice that the water that comes out is neither hot or cold? Well they use a mixing value to dipense water."

Hehe. No I actually meant the hot and cold knobs on an indoor faucet but a thermostatic mixing valve could be useful as a safety feature. Thanks!

The inline heater I was referring to is listed here for 54.99

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=11369&c=3578+3743

We use multiples when needed. Two will heat most med sized (100-300gal.)
tanks. On tanks w/sumps or larger systems we will install additional/back up heating equipment in the sump.

My reference to leaving them on during water changes is really only useful if you plumb your cans thru the bottom of the tank like we do. Plus it looks sweet. We typically don't have any equip showing in our tanks. Not even airline tubing lol.

There are also small portable "tankless" water heaters you can purchase to.
These can be attached to your fill water source. Can't remember how much they are but they weren't insane i remember that.

From my exp. the temp doesn't need to be DEAD on. Close will work. You can use your hand lol The main thing is you don't want to shock them with cold water. I just monitor it with my fingers every couple minutes as the warmth tends to accumulate after several minutes and the water can start to get warm so you adj. it. It sounds crude I know and takes some getting used to but it works lol.

 

[fishyjoe26]

A faucet temp control is basically a thermostatic mixing valve used for sink to prevent scalding. The lowest setting on most is about 84 degree. Ever use a public restroom with automatic faucet? Notice that the water that comes out is neither hot or cold? Well they use a mixing value to dipense water.

It's not necessary to use one but if you are going to be using quite a bit of hot water during your WC, you may want to invest in one to keep the water temperature being consistent. Such a valve will set you back about $75-$100.

thanks very good info, gold star for you!

Hehe. No I actually meant the hot and cold knobs on an indoor faucet but a thermostatic mixing valve could be useful as a safety feature. Thanks!

The inline heater I was referring to is listed here for 54.99

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=11369&c=3578+3743

We use multiples when needed. Two will heat most med sized (100-300gal.)
tanks. On tanks w/sumps or larger systems we will install additional/back up heating equipment in the sump.

My reference to leaving them on during water changes is really only useful if you plumb your cans thru the bottom of the tank like we do. Plus it looks sweet. We typically don't have any equip showing in our tanks. Not even airline tubing lol.

There are also small portable "tankless" water heaters you can purchase to.
These can be attached to your fill water source. Can't remember how much they are but they weren't insane i remember that.

From my exp. the temp doesn't need to be DEAD on. Close will work. You can use your hand lol The main thing is you don't want to shock them with cold water. I just monitor it with my fingers every couple minutes as the warmth tends to accumulate after several minutes and the water can start to get warm so you adj. it. It sounds crude I know and takes some getting used to but it works lol.

thanks what you have told me has been very good info you also get a gold star!