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kuatto 03-06-2005 04:07 PM

Temp too high in 20gal
 
The tank is a 20gal high with a normal flourecent(sp?) under a closed plastic canopy.There is 1 maxi jet 1200 with a sponge prefilter.The temp is always above 85f(no heater).Is it possible that it is caused by the single light being under a closed top?

StirCrazy 03-06-2005 04:16 PM

could be a combanation of room temp, the light, no evaporation ect.. lots of little things adding up. If you can put a vent in the hood with a small fan and go from there.

Steve

Bob I 03-06-2005 04:42 PM

A no fluorescent(sp. correct :razz: ) will give off quite a bit of heat, so yes you will probably have to vent it, or maybe raise it a bit if possible. That 1200 MJ may also be generating heat. It is the highest wattage of the MJ series of powerheads. Maybe use a different powerhead. :eek:

bailey7424 03-06-2005 05:17 PM

What is the temperature first thing in the morning after the light has been off all night?

You're not running a sump which is away from the tank, right?

kuatto 03-06-2005 08:04 PM

I'm thinking about taking the top off and run the light ontop off a piece off eggcrate.

danny zubot 03-07-2005 04:05 PM

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Any difference?


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