The_Desacrator
Aquarium Advice FINatic
Do they come with heaters? The ones I found online say it has like everything except a heater.
Fluval Spec Tank Series Question
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Barliman
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No they don't, which I think is a real lack. You can find 25-watt heaters online, however.
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The_Desacrator
Aquarium Advice FINatic
Okay do I put it in the tank or would it fit in like the filter area space.
BettaChi
Aquarium Advice Regular
Whatever you do, make sure you get the correct sized heater for the tank!
I have seen that mistake before. Most Fluvial spec series tanks are small which is fine for Betta but means you can "cook" the water with the wrong sized heaters.
I personally like hiding the heater within the flirtation media (if it will fit) but you don't want it touching the plastic (or filter stuff). So I doubt there will be enough space to do this in the spec series.
Since I hate seeing the mechanics of the tank (filters, thermometers etc) I would try to put the heater to one side of the tank and plant a live plant in front of it (one that will grow to cover it). If you are going silk plants then I would just buy one tall enough to mask it.
I have seen that mistake before. Most Fluvial spec series tanks are small which is fine for Betta but means you can "cook" the water with the wrong sized heaters.
I personally like hiding the heater within the flirtation media (if it will fit) but you don't want it touching the plastic (or filter stuff). So I doubt there will be enough space to do this in the spec series.
Since I hate seeing the mechanics of the tank (filters, thermometers etc) I would try to put the heater to one side of the tank and plant a live plant in front of it (one that will grow to cover it). If you are going silk plants then I would just buy one tall enough to mask it.
Watsonja4
Aquarium Advice Activist
Yes a 25w heater will fit perfect in the space above the pump. Here is a picture of the heater I'm using in my spec V.
BettaChi
Aquarium Advice Regular
Can you post your tank? I am thinking about that tank versus getting a third Chi! LOL
Watsonja4
Aquarium Advice Activist
Can you post your tank? I am thinking about that tank versus getting a third Chi! LOL
Here is the link to the build thread, I think the whole tank pictures are on page 3.
http://www.aquariumadvice.com/forums/f70/watsonja4s-planted-journey-fluval-spec-v-build-349353.html
Barliman
Aquarium Advice Addict
The small 25-watt heaters can fit in the chamber that also holds the pump and return tube, though it's crowded. Check YouTube for some good videos on Spec Vs. "Pecktec" has several handy videos on Fluval tanks.
