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Posted 31 May 2012 - 01:07 PM (#1) User is offline   Trevorjm 

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So I've never had a tank larger than 75 Gallons and I'm not sure what kind of heater I should buy. I'm looking to pay around 100$ total. I would like to know...

-how many Watts
-if I need more than one heater
-What type since I understand that piranhas can damage them

Tank is very close to 200g and I have 2 fx5's running on it. Planning to have a shoal of 10-20 rbp's...
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Posted 31 May 2012 - 01:15 PM (#2) User is offline   Trevorjm 

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I would consider two 300 watt Fluval E Electronic Heaters if someone could let me know if its enough power to heat my tank... 40$ off amazon

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Posted 31 May 2012 - 01:17 PM (#3) User is offline   lorteti hr 

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hi..I have a 180g tank and its fine for me with 350w heater..
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Posted 31 May 2012 - 03:04 PM (#4) User is offline   Trevorjm 

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Really? Then I should be really fine with two 300 watts... I though I'd need waaaaaay more. Thanks :thumbsup:
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you don't need more then that. I run a 300g on 2 x 150w heaters. Mind you my pump kicks out some good heat too. but 2 x 300's is TONS

Posted 02 June 2012 - 08:06 AM (#6) User is offline   Trevorjm 

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Well, then it should just be safe with both (in case one stops working) I got a buddy working for hagen who can get me two for 20$ each.
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