need a new heater

[spotfin]

My heater malfunctioned this weekend so I need to buy a new one. Thinking about one of the titanium or stainless type heaters with the external controller. Anyone ever had issues using this type in a ray setup (in terms of affecting the rays sensory system) ? The heater is located in the sump so no issues with a heater guard.
Thanks.

 

[PeteLockwood]

Since it's in the sump, no way for the rays to know, shirley.

 

[digginrays]

i use titanium heaters in my sumps with no issues.

 

[john C]

i like these the best. i think it is kens fish food has 500w for $29

 

[soupa2]

if you hid your heater in the sump i would buy a temperture controller that's rated for 1000W then like you said choose your type heater you like but buy 2 heaters that's each 300W.. use the controller turn on the heater simultaneously so one goes you still have a spare for backup..i have this setup but i have it in my tank with plastic PVC with holes to protect my rays being burnt..or get those external heaters.. works just as good .. GL with your setup..

 

[Just Toby]

I prefer 2 controllers, this way if one were to stick on it would have a lesser effect.

I used one of the new Fluval digitals as an additional heater and it seems very good.