Tank Temperature

[nivlahog]

My tank temp had rosed to 31c after I put my RIO32 for my skimmer, ATman return pump and a pump for my FD in the sump, I am not using any chiller, any bro out there can advise is there any way to bring down the temp.

If I change my ATman to eheim, will it help???

[Lester]

why not try using fans ????

[tomowilson]

My tank temp had rosed to 31c after I put my RIO32 for my skimmer, ATman return pump and a pump for my FD in the sump, I am not using any chiller, any bro out there can advise is there any way to bring down the temp.

If I change my ATman to eheim, will it help???

bro...no choice u gotta add in fan.....before i puchase a weipro skimmer....i was using 6-in-1 fan and my temp is about 27.5-28.5.....then after i add in a atman pump for my skimmer...temp rose ...thts for sure as it generate heat....thus i add in a small fan on top of my sump.

Yap...more evapouration...no choice lah....give and take mah

hope tht help.

Regards,

Wilson

[raydiative]

if u do not intend to invest in chiller then fan is the next best alternative...

nowadays 2nd hand resun chiller are nt too expensive... if u like little hassle u may like to consider a chiller? cos who knows u may go into corals! =]

just my 2cts ya?

[Morpheous]

Hi Bro,

The prob is with atman... i used this before and had gave me temp prob too....

would be better if u change to a better pump... Mount a fan direct to the hood will bring down the temp by 1-2 degree... (dependant on the ambient temperature of your room too..)

[nivlahog]

I used to own a CL650 but spoil after one of my pvc pipe break loose and spill to the chiller , how many fans would guys suggest?

my tank is a 4x2.5x2.....

btw can anyone who is using a better pump which generate lower care to list down the brand...thanks....

[kokhui]

Aquabee is a good pump with low heat generation, noise and power consumption.

[Skipper32]

i'm using a singular fan for my 3x1.5x1.5, bought it at yishun (aqua star) for abt 20 plus..have been running for many mths....all u need is some cleaning of the fan to prolong it...i used to have those four-in-one type bt they will fail one by one and is not as easy to maintain as my current one... my 2cts worth..

[chtan23]

For those who are successful in bringing down the temperature using fan only, is your tank enclosed in a build-in cabinet or open?

[nivlahog]

i'm using a singular fan for my 3x1.5x1.5, bought it at yishun (aqua star) for abt 20 plus..have been running for many mths....all u need is some cleaning of the fan to prolong it...i used to have those four-in-one type bt they will fail one by one and is not as easy to maintain as my current one... my 2cts worth..

bro, how cant 4 in 1 is not gd, how long does your one last? and hw is 4 in 1?

[jun]

i using a single SONIC FAN....it can maintain my 2ft tank at 28-29.

the fan onli cost me $10

[kokhui]

For those who are successful in bringing down the temperature using fan only, is your tank enclosed in a build-in cabinet or open?

Mine is open top, no hood that is enclosed. Using a single fan and can maintain the temperatur from 27-28.5 degress Celsius.

[searching4dan]

mine is a 3ft tank..

using a sunno fan bought @ C328 @ $18

my temp is now 28.3

@ nite is 27.7 - 27.9

on rainy days.. i can get 26.9..

btu bear in mind the evaporation rate

i am adding 2 - 4 litres on water into my 3ft everyday

[Sotong]

I am using those 6 in 1 fan for my 2ft Tank with 2 pumps in sump and a seio in the main tank. Wld suggest to use those Single head fan. More powerful and easy to maintain.

However, water evaporation is a big headache....

[Skipper32]

bro, how cant 4 in 1 is not gd, how long does your one last? and hw is 4 in 1?

my singular fan lasted longer than the 4-in-1..n is def easier to maintain...just remove 4 screws and remove the wire and then clean the blades with plain water and fix back e wire and screws...wala...done..but u can't really do these with those 4-in-1 and 6-in-1s... n those hwo have tried both types..i suppose they agree that singular unit is much more durable...

[hammy]

to be frank, i would love to use a fan because it is cheap, and save energy ...

however the evaporation rate and the sound from certain fan can be annoying

[nivlahog]

to be frank, i would love to use a fan because it is cheap, and save energy ...

however the evaporation rate and the sound from certain fan can be annoying

Talking abt sound from the fan, it there any way to reduce or any soundless fan selling outside???

[tbhwa]

If u need any second hand chiller let me knw becuase I hv one that intent to sell off cheap.cheap. very powerful 1 horse .

[rainbowdarter]

Talking abt sound from the fan, it there any way to reduce or any soundless fan selling outside???

Most fan will generate some noise as the blades rotate cut thru air and vibration travel. Unless you add a rubber / silicone sheet to act as a damper. Its will reduce some noises. Just my 2 cents.

[nivlahog]

If u need any second hand chiller let me knw becuase I hv one that intent to sell off cheap.cheap. very powerful 1 horse .

Thank bro, currently the fan just work fine for me. Manage to bring down to 29dg, should be fine for my fishes. Thanks for the offer.

Cheers

[nivlahog]

Most fan will generate some noise as the blades rotate cut thru air and vibration travel. Unless you add a rubber / silicone sheet to act as a damper. Its will reduce some noises. Just my 2 cents.

So far the sound is ok, not very noisy. It just that I need to top up my sump everyday!!!! sigh but shd be able to save a lot of electricity

[Morpheous]

So far the sound is ok, not very noisy. It just that I need to top up my sump everyday!!!! sigh but shd be able to save a lot of electricity

i am in the midst of making a top up, using cistern..... water level drop, water fills in.... saw some success stories with reefers from other forums...