Chiller Q.
 

Any recommendations for chillers? I have about 120 gal of water in total and am going to need to do something for the summer... on a budget though. How much can I expect to spend? What brand names are good, where can I get them cheap, etc.

What lighting do you have over this 120? Where is it located in your house?

You might be able to solve your heat issues without an expensive chiller. You can cut down on the number of internal pumps, and install fans in your lighting to cut down on the heat reaching the tank, and you can install fans over the surface(s) of your water to increase evaporation and cooling.

I run a 180 with a 400w halide, 2x250w halides, and lots of internal pumps and I don't need to run a chiller.

Pacific Coast and Aqualogic both make good chillers from what I've read. I do run an 1/4hp drop in Aqualogic and I have to say it was some of the best money I've ever spent. Sometimes you just can't get away without using a chiller. I know my place is usually gets up to about 27-28 degrees in the summer and stays there all day! :eek:

Yep, definately depends on the house, where the tank is (mine's in the basement) etc.

Just wanted to give you some tips to try before investing in a chiller.