Trying to raise the temp

MimicTang · 04/09/2007, 08:16 PM

I have a couple 20 longs with 50w visi therm heaters. Box says 50w is good for +9 degrees F on a 20. The tanks are only hitting 72-73. The heater and whisper are on opposite sides. Could this be my issue?

I'm thinking it very well could be

2fishy · 04/09/2007, 08:33 PM

They usually recommend that you put the heater near the water flow to disperse the heated water evenly throughout the tank. You may want to try moving the heater where it will get more water flow before adjusting the heat any higher, just in case that is the problem.

04/09/2007, 08:16 PM	#1
MimicTang Moved On Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Hartford CT Posts: 1,517	Trying to raise the temp I have a couple 20 longs with 50w visi therm heaters. Box says 50w is good for +9 degrees F on a 20. The tanks are only hitting 72-73. The heater and whisper are on opposite sides. Could this be my issue? I'm thinking it very well could be

04/09/2007, 08:33 PM	#2
2fishy Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Rhinelander, WI Posts: 918	They usually recommend that you put the heater near the water flow to disperse the heated water evenly throughout the tank. You may want to try moving the heater where it will get more water flow before adjusting the heat any higher, just in case that is the problem. __________________ Carole Current Tank Info: 55 gal