heaters

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by rusty, May 9, 2009.

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  1. rusty

    rusty Astrea Snail

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    Hey reefers,

    Was just wondering should i run 2 small heaters or 1 large, What do u guys run and what brand is good for salt water.

    cheers

    Rusty
     
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  2. invert phil

    invert phil Millepora

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    I used to run 2 heaters just in case one failed, I have had them fail in the past. I have recently got new heaters, rena smart heater, it seems to be doing a good job and in my plastic sump it shouldn't burn the plastic because the heating element is internal and the outside is made from almost indestructable resin which means you can hold it and not get your hand burnt. Plus if the sump ever dried out from a crack or something the heater turns itself off instead of burning out or causing a fire.
     
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  3. TonysReef

    TonysReef Feather Duster

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    i have a visi therm stealth heater and works great. shuts off when its not in water..for saftey
     
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  4. steve wright

    steve wright Super Moderator

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    as said by Invert phil - 2 heaters offers security if one fails - but a good quality one , with 1 spare in the cupboard under the tank is also good IMO

    titanium heaters are great for salt water


    Steve
     
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