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Mavrick813

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I set up the new aquarium, 2 FX5s, Eheim Classic 600, and a Turbo Twist 36W.

I'm using two Via Aqua 300w Titanium heaters and have them set at 80*

These heaters are running non stop and I can't get the water over 71*.

I need new heater suggestions and have always tried to stay away from glass.

Any ideas?
 
Mavrick813 said:
I set up the new aquarium, 2 FX5s, Eheim Classic 600, and a Turbo Twist 36W.

I'm using two Via Aqua 300w Titanium heaters and have them set at 80*

These heaters are running non stop and I can't get the water over 71*.

I need new heater suggestions and have always tried to stay away from glass.

Any ideas?
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It has been my experience qith heaters that circulation is key. But even proper circulation won't always be enough. 600w is pushing the least limit for an aquarium that size. I would suggest larger titanium heaters as I too am opposed to glass. The larger the better...in my opinion....I hate heaters running all the time.
 
My tank is about the same size, about 300 including sump. I use two 500watts. My house is never under 71F, so the heat runs about 20-25 minutes to stay around 78.5 -79. I'd say it's off most of the time.

Agree with above, I'd add another and see hoe much it helps.
 
i have my 300 with my sump which is a 125 about 70-80 gals filled when running.. i only use 2 x 300w Jager to keep it at 78* and my basement is around 67-71*.. all lids are all closed even my sump have lids.. all pipe i drilled the lids to accommodate to get into the sump..
 
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