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[thomascrockett]

help can anyone explain heating and temp change someone is having problem with heat staying close two the proper setting .The Temp reads 77.8 then it goes two 79.0 all in a 1hr peroid .Then drops back to 76.1 any ideas or suggestion.Tank is 1month old :eek2:

 

[NbMaxx13]

I set my heater at the minimum temp I want and then run a fan against it. Isthis happening everyday at the same time? or is it near a door or window ... Whats the situation ?

 

[thomascrockett]

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hey Eric i did not put all the information out (1) new tank 1month old (2)Has a cover on it the temp is set on 78.0 but will not hold that setting. up down up down .I am probaly getting 2 nervous 2 soon. Maybe because its so new .Will just have two RELAX and wait and see

 

[ade]

Are you using a digital thermometer to read temp? I wouln't go by the mark on the heaters they are off IMO. The best way to test your heater is to place your heater in a bucket and regulate the temp in a small area rather than the hole tank. Set the temp on the thermometer and wait until it turns off close to the mark. Then test your thermometer against the heater. This will give you a bench mark to go by. How old is the thermometer? Just a thought but your heater could be faulty.

 

[thomascrockett]

Thanks ade will try that and see what happens .Could be a bad heater or thermometer bad also i worry two much.

 

[seafood luver]

How many gallons does your aquarium hold? What wattage is your heater? At what time of day does it read highest/lowest?

Also, Lighting...what type and how close to the surface of your water? Pumps/powerheads...how many and what type?

 

[thomascrockett]

It is a 20gl tank -100wh heater- temp change at night mostly But has done it during day no special time -lights are 65w 50-50 on a timer from 10.00 till 10.00 -skimmer -whisper power filter- maxi jet 600.again i am probaly two much in hurry

 

[AIMFish]

Other than what was mentioned make sure the heater is in an area that gets good flow. I would have it near the Maxijet or maybe the Whisper, which ever is adding to overall circulation more.

 

[thomascrockett]

Thanks aimfish long time no hear from u . I think it is near the whisper. Fingers crossed

 

[seafood luver]

What brand of heater is it? What type of thermometer, Mercury, Digital, Stick-on Liquid Crystal (I'll assume digital since your readings are so precise)?

You do have alot of heat-producing sources in your aquarium. Pumps and lights can contribute to heating your water, especially during the day when your lights are on and the room temperature increases. Also, most submersible heaters are not extremely accurate in their settings. If you think you have your heater set on 78, it will most likely be set at +/- one to two degrees from that.

Are you at home often enough throughout the day to monitor the fluctuations and chart them?

 

[thomascrockett]

Well knock on wood i think we might have got the heat two Maintain. We moved the heater around the tank, and four the last Day it seams to be ok.I thank everyone four thier help and the suggestion. Thanks again four you guys help it help alot Thanks

 

[ade]

Good deal Thomas. I think that you need to start enjoying your tanks and doing less worrying. Remember tanks are good for high blood preasure, don't let them raise it.
Ade

 

[thomascrockett]

U are so right ade it is great if u have high blood Man if i could learn two slow down i might b some help for someone else (right)But as they say good things come two those who wait thans again ade