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Old 30-03-2015, 10:37 PM   #11
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how much more electricty bill will increase if get a chiller for 3 ft tank
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Old 31-03-2015, 12:56 PM   #12
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Since you have the budget, money is not a problem.
Thing to look into now is space and also really depends on the plants and fauna you want to keep..

Do keep in mind that chiller will produce heat and your room will be slightly warmer.

Next to consider is what you want to keep, CRS type of shrimps, better get chiller, if wanna keep nice moss, better get chiller.

if you are not getting the above 2, I think most plants and fishes can survive without chiller.

Just FYI, my planted tank temperature is about 30 degrees.. :P
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Also depends if you the type of fish your are keeping
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Old 01-04-2015, 03:25 PM   #14
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Since you have the budget, money is not a problem.
Thing to look into now is space and also really depends on the plants and fauna you want to keep..

Do keep in mind that chiller will produce heat and your room will be slightly warmer.

Next to consider is what you want to keep, CRS type of shrimps, better get chiller, if wanna keep nice moss, better get chiller.

if you are not getting the above 2, I think most plants and fishes can survive without chiller.

Just FYI, my planted tank temperature is about 30 degrees.. :P
Ya bro, that's what I'm thinking about. You want plants to grow well and at the same time keeping those CRS, it'll be good to have a chiller. But chiller wise, must consider the space and heat that it will produce. However I've heard that Teco came out with new model such as TK500 which they have improve on their design and less heat produced. Not sure how credible their info is.. Any info on this?
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Old 01-04-2015, 03:27 PM   #15
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how much more electricty bill will increase if get a chiller for 3 ft tank
From what I gathered, estimated about $20-$30 per month..
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Old 03-04-2015, 07:02 AM   #16
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Bro, I second on Arctica chiller. Also using one for my 422. Using a DBE-250. overkill liao. very quiet and good brand too.
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Old 03-04-2015, 01:15 PM   #17
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Hi bros, is it necessary to have a chiller for aquatic plants tank? I'm setting up 4ft tank and thinking whether to put in chiller or not. And also which type of chiller is good. Any inputs much appreciated. Thanks.
not necessary for most plants.
i use a fan and water temperature is always around 26degrees
have no problem growing most plants

i do discover some plants do thrive better in cooler waters 22-24degrees
for example, willow moss (fontinalis antipyretica) might turn brown in
>24degrees
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Old 04-04-2015, 02:24 PM   #18
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not necessary for most plants.
i use a fan and water temperature is always around 26degrees
have no problem growing most plants

i do discover some plants do thrive better in cooler waters 22-24degrees
for example, willow moss (fontinalis antipyretica) might turn brown in
>24degrees
Thanks for your input bro.
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Old 29-04-2015, 05:49 PM   #19
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Chiller for the win man. I see my shrimps and plants growing much better. But have to constantly wipe the tank surface condensation.
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Old 30-04-2015, 06:02 PM   #20
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It will be better for shrimps and plants growth rate, but the heat from the chiller and the condensation on your glass will need some attention.

I have a 4.5ft tank with commercial type of air-con unit with cooling coil, so no heat issue and they are much powerful. Fast to chill down the temperature, also lower running cost than normal chiller.
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