Will this overheat a 6.6 gallon tank?
328609
This heater is much too powerful for a 6.6 gallon. The 50 watt practically boiled my 10 gallon tank (I had the temp dial set to 78 degrees Fahrenheit but the heater malfunctioned and the temp rose above 86 degrees overnight) which, in turn, killed my fish.... These heaters are generally not well made and I would not recommend them. Especially not for small aquariums.
1378318
it will, but i would get something smaller for that size tank, i have it with a 3g tank and it never gets under the temp i have it at, a 1.5 tank may be overkill, but it will keep it at the temp you want, but keep in mind, it takes up some room, so you have to make sure your tank is either high enough for it or if you put the whole thing in water and lay it down, you need to make sure your tank is long enough.
1492020
This "tank" is only 2 gallons and the surrounding air in your home should be warm enough for any fish that would be suited for this little tank. Also, it's plastic, a heater would probably damage it...
641899
Yes you can. To save money you should find one that is made for 5 gallons or smaller. Basically you're paying for the size. If you get one made for 200 gallons you can use it too, it'll just heat up to its degree you set, (78-82F is ideal). But if you got a 5 gal one and tried to warm a 200 gal one it won't work because the power is too low and too small. So yes you can use this but for cost find something made for a 5-7gal.
1683083
The 10 watt is too much for your tank. I had mine in a 3 gal and it was too warm.
265791
It has consistently held 78 degrees in our 2.5 gallon tank since we got it. It will most certainly do it in your 5.5 gallon tank. It is the BEST heater ever. You will not be sorry with this purchase.
288727
No. Buy the 6 gallon compressor. Its has a lot more power and isnt so cheaply built
637589
I use two of these in a1500 gal tank. We are in northern Ga so far is has maintained this tank to 70° I bought a thermostat to control temp works well does not run all the time
1539715
I would say yes - I had mine in a one gallon plastic tank with no problems. FYI - when you change the water, make sure you unplug the heater, even if it's just going to be out of the water for a little bit. It will overheat pretty quickly and quit working. Voice of experience :-(
787015
I think it will heat it well, but I am not sure how long the tank will last. Could get expensive. Do you have electricity in the shed?
1620085
Yes, as long as that is the only heat source. Make sure to have a thermometer in the tank too.
1454964
The drain plugs are the same size and that where the element fits into. How fast it will heat I do not know. My 6 gal takes around 45 min to be useable. Hope this helps Rob
1261037
No and No. Depending on the size of the tank will influence the temp. When I had a smaller tank (&lt;1 gal) I had it on a timer. I did 6 hours on, 1 hour off. That kept in the range I needed. The one I have now (about 1.5 gal), it keeps it at about 76-78
1610573
No. The amount of fuel in the tank does not affect the unit's ability to reach a high temperature. The amount of fuel in the tank only dictates for how long the unit will run and produce heat.
1231868
I'm not sure, I have a 250 watt for 90 gallons which I am using in an outside pond - totally under water. And it's doing great. You really need to call a pet shop for the answer - sorry. Even if the wattage is overkill, it's oK ; it will not come on pass the setting you set. So if you set it on 76 degrees and the water in your tank is 78 degrees it just won't come on.
1249214
I have it on my 6 gallon fluval edge so it will be fine. I love this heater because it is the only heater that has build in temperature sensor and you can even set desired temperature. Once the sensor detect the tank temperature match the temperature you set, it will stop heat the water. Most mini heater will continue to heat the tank which result over heat the tank and kill fish.
1503680
Move your tank ... room is too hot .Over kill for that small of a tank ..Put it in cooler room and put a small cooling fan on it.