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Unread 09/18/2017, 11:51 AM   #1
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Heaters 75 Gallon

Everything that i read says 250 is the size of the heater that is needed. But my question is if you run two heaters can you run two smaller heaters? Maybe run 2 - 200 size heaters. Trying to save to make room in the sump the 250 heater is much longer.


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Unread 09/18/2017, 12:15 PM   #2
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I think the 250 would be total watts so if you use 2 that would be 175 each. Also it depends on where you are and how cold it can get in the room with the tank. I use 2 50 watt heaters in my 42 gallon tank, but the temp on the room doesn't get much below 70 degrees. I have never had an issue keeping it above 76.8 which where the second heater kicks in.


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Unread 09/18/2017, 01:33 PM   #3
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Yes you can use 2 x 125W heaters..
Or 2 x 150W or 2 x 175W or 2 x 200W or whatever..

Its actually safer/better to use multiple heaters vs 1 larger one should a failure occur..

Not a bad idea to run them from an external controller too.. Heaters WILL fail.. Its just a matter of when..
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I HIGHLY recommend Eheim Jager or Aqueon Pro heaters only..


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Unread 09/18/2017, 02:22 PM   #4
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I run Aqueon Pro on my 72...two of the smaller ones instead of one 250, just in case one fails "on".


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Unread 09/18/2017, 04:09 PM   #5
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Heaters 75 Gallon

I am sorry I got the addition wrong that would have been 2 125 watt heaters instead of 1 250 watt. Also adding some form of secondary control should be a must.


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Unread 09/19/2017, 04:06 PM   #6
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Yes it's fine to ruin two heaters and is a good idea
for that size tank. That way you have a backup in case
one fails on you.


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I am sorry I got the addition wrong that would have been 2 125 watt heaters instead of 1 250 watt. Also adding some form of secondary control should be a must.
I was going to poke fun at you for that but let it slide...
Don't worry.. I'll get you next time


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Unread 09/19/2017, 05:08 PM   #8
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I was going to poke fun at you for that but let it slide...
Don't worry.. I'll get you next time
I did mess that up didn't I.


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