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02/18/2008, 11:02 PM
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temp. question
How much of a fluctuation in temp. during the course of a day is acceptable for a 40gal. reef tank?
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02/19/2008, 11:43 AM
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Less than 10 degrees.
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02/19/2008, 11:52 AM
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If I see a fluctuation of 2 degrees thats alot.
Utilize 2 tank heaters and they will be easily tuned and lessen the fluctuation Brian
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02/19/2008, 12:13 PM
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+/- 2 degrees is ok. Because it is a slow fluctuation they acclimate to that.
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