Dumb Question?

Beverly · #1 04-03-2006, 05:04 PM

I would get two heaters, probably 2 x 100w, instead of one large watt heater in case the large heater fails on the "on" position.

OCDP · #2 04-03-2006, 05:06 PM

Alrighty. So, 2x100w heaters.. any brand recommendation? (something reliable, for a decent price?)

Thanks Bev.

DanG · #3 04-03-2006, 05:19 PM

ebo has some very good heaters.

Kryten · #4 04-03-2006, 05:48 PM

Yes, and don't confuse Ebo with Jebo. Ebo-Jager I think is the full name of the good ones.

OCDP · #5 04-03-2006, 05:50 PM

Thanks guys, I'll be sure to look into the Ebo's

Beverly · #6 04-03-2006, 06:02 PM

Have been using Hagen Tronic heaters ever since I've been reefkeeping.

BMW Rider · #7 04-03-2006, 06:15 PM

I use 2 x 150w to keep my 50 gallon FOWLR tank up to temp. I had a single 250w in it, but it was not quite enough. I have only a single 65w PC light though, so not much heating from that. If you are running more lights, you may not need the bigger heaters.

G1GY · #8 04-04-2006, 01:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beverly

I would get two heaters, probably 2 x 100w, instead of one large watt heater in case the large heater fails on the "on" position.

A small heater is more likely to get stuck in the on position IMO.

Trying to heat a large amount of water means that the small heater has to stay on longer, increasing the chances for the contacts in to be fused together. (Always in the on position)

Just my opinion though.