heat issues

[saltyESQ]

I have a 24g aqua pod with 70w hqi
when I leave the hallide on for more than 2 hours, the tank really begins to heat up going over 82 degrees.

any suggestions

 

[saltyESQ]

also, I am not using any top

 

[markandkristen]

what is the temp of the whole room your keeping the tank in

 

[saltyESQ]

room was cold today, probably around 72.
I shut the MH's off when it hit 82. the thermometer usually keepts the tank around 78-80.

 

[All Delight]

do you use a fan?

 

[saltyESQ]

no, but there is a built in fan in the light.

what kind of fan do you suggest.
I guess it would have to be small and clip on

 

[chocolateblnt]

A fan to blow across the water could help cool by evaporation and perhaps more surface agitation would help as well ... if you're planning on using the top off we spoke of then it will also help add cooler water to the tank especially during the hours when your MH is on ... that's why I told you I have my timer programmed from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.