HEATED TANK OUTSIDE DURING wINTER

[lilfats2]

can i keep a 30 gallon tank ourside during the winter? would my heaters keep the temp at a constant 80? like i duno how they work should i put two 100watts in there or a 100 and a 50? The tank is for cichlids

 

[Toodleypops]

well what is winter to you? is it like 50 0r 60F, or like 2 feet of snow and -10F

 

[lilfats2]

new york... i dont think its below -10 but its 2 feet of snow...

 

[V1xIII]

Don't know the specifics, but you will need an immense amount of heating power and very large power bills.

 

[nomicon]

Why would you want to keep it outside? If its a matter of space just put the thing in a closet.

 

[Bogwoodbruce]

Move it indoors or strip it down, theres also the risk of it cracking due to the constant temp changes inside and outside of the tank.

It was also cost a lot to heat

 

[crisper]

Why would you want to keep it outside? If its a matter of space just put the thing in a closet.

Yeah why not keep it inside a 30g does'nt take up much space.

 

[Knowdafish]

Insulate the heck out of it with styro panels, keep it covered, and you might stand a chance with enough heat and enough $$$ for electricity.

 

[Druu]

Move it indoors or strip it down, theres also the risk of it cracking due to the constant temp changes inside and outside of the tank.

It was also cost a lot to heat

What constant temperature changes? The outside will always be colder, but the water should maintain a steady temp if enough wattage is on his heater. Barring him piling snow against the tank suddenly, there should not be a temperature change drastic enough to crack the glass.

While it won't break, it definitely is not a good idea- especially in New York. Electricity bills would be insane.

 

[CHOMPERS]

It'll be like heating your house with all the doors and windows open.