I have 2 gallon fish bowls for dwarf gouramis (don't keep them in anythig smaller) I change the water every 7 days, instead of taking them in and out everytime can I keep this under the bowl and will it still work? I have 2 gallon fish bowls for dwarf gouramis (don't keep them in anythig smaller) I change the water every 7 days, instead of taking them in and out everytime can I keep this under the bowl... » Read More I have 2 gallon fish bowls for dwarf gouramis (don't keep them in anythig smaller) I change the water every 7 days, instead of taking them in and out everytime can I keep this under the bowl and will it still work? « Show Less
1464505
I wouldn't recommend using under the bowl without water since it's intended for water use. I used it for about 3 gallons for my water turtles
1464506
Don't do that this heater is meant to be inside water or it will over heat. I use this with my betta fish and i change the water every week and when i change the water i pull the little suction cup off and put it in glass of water so you don't unplug again and again, then put it back in when you're ready and make sure to clean it once in a while just clean inside the water you're gonna throw away use your fingers you'll know hen its clean.
1464507
When I used to have it (upgraded to a large tank so I don't have it anymore), it didn't get the bowl warm at all, just the water inside the bowl.Also I'm pretty sure the instructions said it must be fully submerged in water for use.If you want the one outside try checking out the reptile heating pads, those can be on outside.
1341737
Shouldn't be a problem. I have to go check on mine (55 gal with 7 fish) every other week mainly because of water level. Mine is salt water tank and the feeder door was hitting the water and getting sticky and not opening. I would feel comfortable leaving mine a month but I have to change the settings so much I feel confortable that I have it programmed correctely.
1416055
It depends on what fish you have it requires two filters but one is made for goldfish and the other is for fish like tetras, etc. If you tank smells you might want to change half the water and put in clean filters.
608763
When I used to have it (upgraded to a large tank so I don't have it anymore), it didn't get the bowl warm at all, just the water inside the bowl. Also I'm pretty sure the instructions said it must be fully submerged in water for use. If you want the one outside try checking out the reptile heating pads, those can be on outside.
439382
I don't know. It's probably best to contact Tetra. I don't really know the difference in a reptile tank and a fish tank. My guess in that it isn't a good idea, since it wasn't designed for fish the tank may not be able to hold up to the pressure of the water. The glass may not be the same standard as fish tanks, the sealant may not be strong enough either.
1267749
I use it for my aquatic turtle (red eared slider) in an FX5 canister filter as the first stage filtration. I change it approx. every 2-3 months. Keep in mind I have 4 of them in there at one time in stage 1. For fish tanks, I am not sure.
2090504
Yes, there would be no reason you couldn't put multiple dish in a bowl at once. With that said, we are disappointed in our aquabot. Two of the three we have have problems. (One of them stopped working all together after a week and one of them barely swims around when placed in the water. Started out fine, then just slowly got worse.) We have had ours for about 7 weeks.
777620
I have this in a 5 gal and it has worked wonderfully for my Betta. I added a good filter and cycled it first. Curious as to what you would put in a 1 gal, the smaller the tank the harder it it to maintain and it requires almost daily water changes when this small
1037765
It is very easy to clean. The main chamber is a all glass sphere and has no corners. How often depends on a number of factors, including on the type of fish used. I have Neon tetras and I have to remove everything and clean it out every 2-3 months. Water quality and type of food also make a difference. I have had the bowl for running for 4 months and everything still works fine. I get a lot of comments when folks see it in my office, because it looks very good.
632043
You should not keep fish in this bowl, period. When a fish jumps out of water, it is similar to a diving human trying swim to the surface to breath - the water in the bowl has become too saturated with fish urine and waste for them to survive or breath, and the fish is desperately trying to find another source of water. No fish can live a healthy lifespan in just a bowl unless you commit to almost daily water change; even then it is highly doubtful that anything would live its full lifespan. A Betta should have an absolute minimum of 1.5 gallons water, with filtration and heat.
249636
Be sure to read up on aquarium keeping and especially the nitrogen cycle if you want to attempt this tank. There is no set rule as to how often to clean or "change" a tank, it depends on many variables and without understanding a cycled vs an uncycled aquarium you will be clueless. Small tanks are not easier, they are actually much less forgiving with the fish suffering greatly for even small mistakes. BTW- the bio-filter on this is actually quite large and enough for a tank 10x this size, but filter size does not really have much to do with how much or how often one does water changes. Be sure to read up on aquarium keeping and especially the nitrogen cycle if you want to attempt this tank. There is no set rule as to how often to clean or "change" a tank, it depends on many variables and without understanding a cycled vs an uncycled aquarium you will be clueless. Small tanks are not easier, they are actually much less forgiving with the fish suffering greatly for even small mistakes. BTW- the bio-filter on this is actually quite large and enough for a tank 10x this size, but filter size does not really have much to do with how much or how often one does water... » Read More Be sure to read up on aquarium keeping and especially the nitrogen cycle if you want to attempt this tank. There is no set rule as to how often to clean or "change" a tank, it depends on many variables and without understanding a cycled vs an uncycled aquarium you will be clueless. Small tanks are not easier, they are actually much less forgiving with the fish suffering greatly for even small mistakes. BTW- the bio-filter on this is actually quite large and enough for a tank 10x this size, but filter size does not really have much to do with how much or how often one does water changes. « Show Less
2245805
It worked great on my fuval filter and I would change it every 3 days with a clean one. Just rinse the used one out and go another 3 days. Saved my fry from going up the tube. Hope this helps you with your question.
1330350
The instructions on mine (110 gallons size) say to change every 3 months, and rinse with tank water once/month. To me the important think to know is this is your biological and should not be cleaned or changed too often, and only in rotation with the other components to your system . I have rinsed with tap water on occasion, since I know the biological bacteria is also in the gravel, etc. I have also used it longer then 3 months.
863539
Not quite sure what the question is but I can say this: got mine online thru Amazon. My 2 cats love the water bowl they're for. I agree with Dieter - I'm not changing the filter as often as recommended but it's currently cold weather so that helps. Found that just rinsing it when I change the water and clean the bowl once a week has been good enough.
1907975
Hi Edward, I have the big filter series that take two filters. I use it for a fifty gallon rubbr stock tank I keep in the basement to keep giant goldfish brought in from the winter. I keeps the tank clean as there are 8 really big goldfish. I usually pull out the two filters about every three weeks or so. I also take out the whole unit and clean out the scum from the unit, So-- 3 into 52 weeks in a year-- 17 or 18 times. These are messy fish, so maybe I change them more often than I need. Hope that helps.
1112057
I just pour it directly into the tank when I do the water change, not sure if it would make a difference if you mixed it in a separate gallon each time. Hope this helps.
336880
If you are feeding a big tank with many fish probably not but a small tank I'm sure would be good. I know I have gone close to 30 if not 30 days feeding twice a day.