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Blue World Aquariums 07-16-2010 06:40 AM

A relatively cheap way to keep your aquarium cool
 
It can be surprising how effective a fan can be at cooling your water temperature, especially when positioned between your water surface and light source.

If you don't think you need a chiller, but would like to lower your temps a few degrees, this might be your economical and aesthetically pleasing solution.

Azoo Twin Fans $39.99

http://blueworldaquariums.com/prodim...ns-twin-lg.jpg

Azoo Quad Fans $59.99

http://blueworldaquariums.com/prodim...ns-quad-lg.jpg

lastlight 07-16-2010 06:44 AM

I have the 4-fan and I would replace it in a heartbeat if it broke on me. Even on the hottest days the thing keep my reef a perfect 79.

Blue World Aquariums 07-16-2010 06:50 AM

Thanks for chiming in, Brett.

They do have one weakness, though. The clamps won't fit on all aquarium frames. I'll take a measurement at the shop tomorrow.

http://blueworldaquariums.com/prodim...s-quad-lg2.jpg

Jaws 07-16-2010 09:54 PM

What's the noise level like?

paddyob 07-16-2010 10:01 PM

Fan
 
I paid $10 for an 6" fan.... it does not have fancy clips but sits nicely on my filter.... blows over surface and works like a charm.

In My apartment the tank used to hit 86C in summer but... now always under 80C.

lastlight 07-16-2010 11:13 PM

They certainly aren't silent but they also aren't running all the time. Mine run for about 5 minutes every hour I'd guess? Haven't exactly paid too much attention since the noise isn't a huge deal to me. Having two kids may play a part in that!

paddyob 07-16-2010 11:18 PM

Fan
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by lastlight (Post 535233)
They certainly aren't silent but they also aren't running all the time. Mine run for about 5 minutes every hour I'd guess? Haven't exactly paid too much attention since the noise isn't a huge deal to me. Having two kids may play a part in that!


I put my fan on the same timer as my lights so it is only on when my lights are on.... as in when most heat is generated.

The Grizz 07-17-2010 12:00 AM

A nice inexpensive dual stage controller and one of these fans would be a dream for me, and solve my temp problems for sure.

ElGuappo 07-17-2010 12:05 AM

i have a 6" clip on worth $8 from wally world over my sump and 4 computer fans in my canopy... cools to the point my heater runs on hot days... i have seen these azoo fans in town but were far above what your charging.... i didnt like the way they are mounted right on the tank...

Ryan 07-17-2010 12:07 AM

Thats a smoking price. They are raping you down here. The only store that sells them is chargin 2x that amount.


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