Would a 200kw be appropriate for a 45 gal tank? The tank is 24' tall
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I use mine in a 20 gallon Tetra tank no adjustments have been needed, I think you might have to go a 300w unit but check the site for their recommendations. Al
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I would go with at least the 50 watt. Probably the 100 would be better. You can always put it a little bit diagonally in the tank. it is ok to fully submerge even the top part.I would consider going with 2 50watt heaters with one on either end of the tank for a more even heating effect. Plus both heaters would last longer because neither one would have to work as hard.
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Hello RaeRae, You answer is not so simple. The capacity of a heater not only depends on the heater itself, but the original temperature of the medium. Even though this is rated for a larger tank than you are asking about, if the place the tank will be in much colder than average is may be a good choice. If your water starts at 65 degrees, and you want it at 78, this may work for you. If you start at 72, this may get the water hotter than you want. Another aspect to consider is how much water movement you have in your tank. The more water movement, the better the heat will be distributed, and the water will be closer to the thermo's temp setting. I agree with JR, I have not seen any for that small of a size. You could look at reptile heating accessories that afix to the outside of the tank, it would be a hack though.
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I have the 24" light on a 29 gal tank which is also 30" long. It sits on my glass versa top on legs about an inch tall. Provides great light - enough to grow plants and lots if algae. The moonlights are neat ! I think you can use the 24" and save some money unless you need the 30" light to rest on the sides of the tank. The LED lights are the best !
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Just get one and try it out. I believe the tank will be more than good enough for your tank.
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I don't know if that is answerable. Would depend on ambient temp and other factors. My guess is 1 or 2 feet max though. The aquarium heater I have in a 40 gallon tank is only 40 watts and it cycles on and off and can raise the temp 20 degrees above ambient I think without being on all the time. So for just 2.5 gallons I wouldn't think you would need very much @ 20 watts per foot.
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It won't work for your application. This heater is meant for indoor tanks. For 200gal at 20F you'll need some sort of de-icer.
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Yes I have been running a 25watt heater for a long time in the back compartment and it is perfect I would recommend upgrading the lighting if you are using it for a reef but other than that it's a great little tank.
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I think that this would be a bit much for a 40 gallon tank. I would go for a lesser model. it works well on my 55 gallon tank but I would not go lower than that
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Hi, not sure I can help you as I do not have a 72 gallon tank. I think mine is 45 gallon
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This will be too strong because of the wattage, if you can find a 75w then go for it. I use mine on a 55 gallon tank but I wouldn't d use it on a tank that small.
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you would be better off looking at a 25 watt heater the hydor theo is a good option for nano tanks
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That will probably be most dependant on what you have in the tank. The LEDs are pretty bright and can most certainly light up a tank of the right dimensions.
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I would go with at least the 50 watt. Probably the 100 would be better. You can always put it a little bit diagonally in the tank. it is ok to fully submerge even the top part. I would consider going with 2 50watt heaters with one on either end of the tank for a more even heating effect. Plus both heaters would last longer because neither one would have to work as hard.
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A 150 watt heater should suffice for this size of tank if you are going to keep tropical fish not cool water varieties (such as goldfish). The main thing to remember is to keep a constant temperature and water conditions. I listed below a few good websites for beginners. My advice is to do a lot of research on the fish you want to keep and set the tank up appropriately to the types you want to have. Also remember to cycle your tank before adding any fish and after the tank is up and running do regular water changes and tank maintenance. Source: http://www.firsttankguide.net/ http://www.thinkfish.co.uk/community.htm... http://www.aquaticcommunity.com/ http://www.fishlore.com/
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It should be fine. I have a 20 gallon with a 400 gallon an hour on it . with plants
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no, you would need no shorter than 72" lighting system and if your tank is shallow.