LF Inexpencive temp controller........

intarsiabox · #1 07-05-2010, 12:38 AM

If you had a heater in the tank the temp would never drop below the set point even on cool cloudy days and you could still do what Myka suggests if you want to.

The Grizz · #2 07-05-2010, 12:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by intarsiabox

If you had a heater in the tank the temp would never drop below the set point even on cool cloudy days and you could still do what Myka suggests if you want to.

I do have a heater in the sump (200W) but every single heater I have, about 10 different one's, will not stay at a steady temp. For some reason they all seem to creep up and have to be adjusted daily. If I had a controller it would be a hands free way to maintain temp.

mark · #3 07-05-2010, 01:29 AM

I'm using a type of logger to control a couple of muffin fans over my sump and a heater. Found temperature stays within about a degree throughout the day. The logger controls the tank temp but have the heater's internal thermostat set a little higher than where I want the tank as a backup (for shutting off).

Doug · #4 07-05-2010, 02:02 AM

Would you guys like this moved to the equipment forum for discussion ?
Thanks

Doug · #5 07-05-2010, 02:12 AM

What about this one from BRS
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/store/...ontroller.html

The Grizz · #6 07-05-2010, 02:37 AM

That one would be great if there was a 2 stage model or might have to get two.

Chipie · #7 07-05-2010, 02:53 PM

Keep an eye on Reefcentral and you'll find great deals on Rancon dual stage controllers. I bought one and would never be without one again. They are aupposed to be the most reliable controllers.