is this heater safe for acrylic tanks?
1039613
It does not touch the tank walls themselves, just the suction cups do. The tank wall does not feel warm to the touch around the heater. It is fine to use on acrylic tanks.
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 :-(
965303
There is no approved method of using a large tank. I suppose a clever person could rig an an adapter but I do not condone this behavior. Also the heater is supported by the 1 lb bottle, and that would require additional rigging. All in all not worth going against the mfg's recommendations.
1680135
I'm not a scientist, but for the aquarium, the acrylic it's made of is great. The tank cleans well, looks beautiful, and there have been no leaks in the years I've had it.
1448128
Yes. I use a 20 lb and 40 lb tank (switch out) and have had no problems. I use heater for supplemental heating. I assume because the smaller tanks will lose pressure faster is why they state only a 100 lb tank. I found you need to make sure you have a proper regulator (low pressure).
1765076
We have two large propane tanks from the gas company. Heater works great in West Virginia. The small ones for a grill will not work
1677729
I'm sure it is safe. I returned my heater, but it was due to it being loud, although it is advertised as being quiet. The performance (heating) was good.
1969058
We bought this for our glass tank. I wouldn't go acrylic as it will,scratch and will,discolor.
800956
I noticed very little heat generated even though the led light is nearly touching my acrylic tank's top. But if u have glass tanks or set a bigger gap in between, I think it shouldn't be a problem leaving on 24/7. Also read the manual for safety tips.
1233614
We use ours hot-melt glued to the bottom of the aquarium, above where the heat tape is secured under the aquarium bottom. Works fine.
1457542
It's on Celsius and Farenheit, check again ;) (I got this heater on my tank and I know). Btw I recommend it.
603088
Like Robert Ball said, it says not to use in on aquariums but I used it on a 4 gal. acrylic tank and it has held up fine and my son's fish hasn't died yet. It has been over 6 months, too. Hope this helps.
757640
The instructions warn you not to let it run dry. I can only assume that it will damage the heater if you do.
452040
It shouldn't melt the plastic being that the heater is in a plastic cage to protect the turtle from breaking the glass heater inside...as far as keeping him warm it depends on how many gallons are inside of the baby pool this is rated for 20gallon aquariums. Plus you have to think about the outside temperature around the pool.
1768477
I would also suggest not to use any propane canister indoors unless specifically designed to do so. IE: propane torch etc. Check with your local building dept. / county seat for local codes concerning indoor tank usage, why risk your life or anyone else's if the potential hazard for explosion is there. Safety first then heat. As suggested by others the potential for venting of the tank is there, I rather have it outside for that.
94562
This is a very poor heater.... I would not use it in any tank... You need a heater that you can set to the correct temperature for your tank... This one is a great disappointment. I expected more from tetra
483666
Yes. I've had no problems. Very reliable at keeping constant temp in my tank.