can I use this in my 55 gallon fish tank?
1972003
Just make sure u regularly check temp and unplug when water temp is at described temp for whatever you're holding in aquarium. All heaters are prone to burn out eventually. Just Regulate usage when out of town or when temp will say perfect without it needed. U.plug it everyone in awhile. Same knowledge goes for all water heaters. They will all burn out eventually ..just depends how u treat em.
1972004
Sure, but you'll be operating it at capacity and that might lower the life expectancy of the heater. I used two to reduce the load on just one big one and if one does go out, the other can carry the load until I get a new one. My tank is a marine tank, it might not be as big a deal for fresh water. Hope that helped.
1972005
i would get a 300 W heater for a 55 gal. I believe the general rule is 5 W per gallon of water. 200W isn't quite enough.
1972006
Sure can. Works perfectly. Dono about consistently I only use when water drops below 66 degrees. My 55 gallons in sun room summer now ..will probly b using full time in winter. Dont listen to box directjons. All tanks settings. Environments and treatmsnt are different for all tanks. Know your tank and lighting situation. Before u start talking crap on heaters. Research then buy. Recommended for sure.
1972007
I've been running it in a 65 gal marine talk with a 10 gal refugium. I placed in the sump area of the refugium. It worked fine for me in a building that is climate controlled around 74-75 degrees. I found mine to be miscalibrated around 2.5 degrees, though, so you may want to consider an alternate thermometer if you have sensitive stock.
1847186
This item is very bright. I have a 55 gallon tank and it's just right for my tank. This would be way too much for your tank. You would end up with more alge.
1785375
I think you'd have to keep it in a dry place. I use it for a 55g turtle tank indoors, and it works great. But I think for the price you could do better on outdoor "pond" filters.
1847308
NOOOO! The metal on this rack is very thin and the top shelf has ribbons of metal going across. It would likely tip over the entire rack. You def want to find something much sturdier for a 55 gallon fish tank. I dont think that it would even hold a 5 gallon tank! We have two plants on top of it now, and I have it bolted to the wall so it doesnt tip.
2106617
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
1073408
1 is barely enough 2 shouldn't hurt I have 2500gph in my 55 and it could take more a good rule of thumb go salt water is "a minimum of 20gph flow per 1 gallon of tank volume" so a 55 needs a minimum of 2100 gph also just watch your aquarium and give it what it likes
1634648
Yes it willMy 55 gal. Also has the bar in the middleYou will just need two of them
1801428
I am using it in a 75 gallon tank with cichlids. I'm very happy with it. I don't know about your situation. Good luck
2108999
Honestly, I'm not sure. I have 75 gallon tanks and an older 140 gallon tank. These fit the newer standard 75's fine, so I'm sure they would fit a 55 as well, if it's a new tank. We had to have glass cut for the 140 due to the openings in the top being ever so slightly smaller than standard (plus, the depth front to back of the tank was larger than the glass allowed for). The glass is 23 1/8 inch wide, so if you measure your tank and it's larger, you should be good!
155222
It should help. I have a 55 gallon tank and at the time I purchased my rock was having problems with nasty looking water. It does take awhile to make a difference so be patient. The results are great!
1731916
I used mine for a 55 gallon tank and it heated it perfectly until a month later and it stopped producing heat
450273
Yes, I actually use it in a 5 gal tank. You would need a separate aquarium thermometer though to monitor the temperature. It tends to warm the water a little too much in warmer months, so I would unplug the heater then.
248652
Well my 55 Gallon was a Top Fin but as long as its not bigger than the dimensions of the stand I'd say why not. Mine was a bit smaller but it's perfect because I have some wiggle room.
1420387
Most likely not. This only works efficiently at depths no greater than 18 inches. A standard 55 gallon tank is about 21 inches deep, not that much of a difference, yet enough to restrict the amount of bubbles that are produced by one of these. It also depends on the animals involved with the tank. As some animals need more oxygen then others to survive.
1073407
Aquarium i dont know i put these Recirculation pumps in a 5 gallon tank to mix my nutrients for Gardening. i'd say for a 55 gallon maybe its okay i don't know
115861
I can't say for sure but I can say that this is a great light system for a planted tank. I believe it would be more than enough for your 55. I have several of these fixtures on planted tanks and they work great.
1714420
Im not sure but i use a wp25 for my 55 gallon reef tank and it works great. To answer your question i dont think so but im not an expert