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style86
Thu, 16th Jun 2011, 05:11 PM
I just set up a nano (maybe pico) tank and need help controlling the temp. My house is air conditioned to around 82 F and gets as hot as 85 F. Someone recommend me a chiller and where to find one. I can't post in the wanted forums for some reason.

style86
Thu, 16th Jun 2011, 05:11 PM
I'm running a 6 gal fluval edge.

paul
Thu, 16th Jun 2011, 06:49 PM
whats you temp of the water. i dont see why you would need a chiller for a small tank like that if it is in your house.

Big_Pun
Thu, 16th Jun 2011, 07:12 PM
Thera are some mini chillers but require drilling or in your case maybe drilling into filter area but that is very hot for a tank
http://www.marinedepot.com/CoolWorks_Microchiller_Micro_Nano_Aquarium_Chiller s-CoolWorks-CW1131-FICHMC-vi.html

Gseclipse02
Thu, 16th Jun 2011, 08:04 PM
Is your ac set to 82-85 ?? If so thats a sweat shop temps lol try putting fan to blow over it

Gseclipse02
Thu, 16th Jun 2011, 08:11 PM
Is your ac set to 82-85 ?? If so thats a sweat shop temps lol try putting fan to blow over it

txmike
Thu, 16th Jun 2011, 08:14 PM
you could look for a Peltier and just attach it to back of tank.

alton
Fri, 17th Jun 2011, 06:08 AM
I would think it would be cheaper to lower your temp to around 79 in your home, than purchase a chiller for a nano tank?

style86
Fri, 17th Jun 2011, 08:22 AM
Thanks,

I'll take that into consideration. I figured that a chiller system will help solve large fluctuations in temperature. I've seen the thermo-electric systems but have read that they are almost ineffective.