Aquarium heater question....

[cdeakle]

Can I use a heater that is rated for a much larger tank on my 55 gallon with no ill effects?

Im assuming it could only be better in the sense that it would heat the tank better and faster??

 

[Anonymous]

If you have a larger heater than is rated for your tank, a malfunction could be much more devastating. A 300w heater that is "stuck on" will heat your tank up too hot way faster than a smaller heater of course.

However, if you have a heater in a brand you trust, I don't think is is a problem at all, but I have had el cheapo heaters stick on and cook a tank before.

 

[cdeakle]

Im looking to get a titanium, would prefer the ProHeat line but also considering the GenX and ViaAqua lines...

 

[Anonymous]

I have the Won Pro Heat, and I really really like them. I have heard that the ones with the digital control can be a little iffy, but I have had mine with the "regular" knob for a while and they all are reliable.

I have been shocked by cracked glass heaters 2x, and I only have titanium now.

 

[cdeakle]

Won proheat it is, thanks for your input Laura!

 

[Yam]

Safest bet would be to use an independant controller with the heater controller. Both would have to be stick on before you cooked your tank.

-Yam

 

[GotDesl]

I have the Won ProHeat and so far have found the digital to be extremely accurate. The display completely jives with my thermometer and I have zero fluctuation. It does not wait or the temp to even fall 1 degree before cutting on to maintain the temp. I am impressed. Time will tell how this will do in the long run. Good luck!

 

[cdeakle]

I really wanted the one with the lcd display but for half the price I can get the earlier model.