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2/20/2012

HYDOR ETH300 300W LINE HEATER 5/8" Review

HYDOR ETH300 300W LINE HEATER 5/8'
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I have two units plumbed in sequence.Very reliable, appears to be safe.There have been some power outages and the units seem unaffected.

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ETH 300 In-Line Heater UL Listed 300 Watt for 16mm & 5/8" HoseExternal thermal heater which includes the PTC system. Suitable for all external canister filtersThe Hydor ETH in-line external heater is designed for vertical use in most aquarium applications involving water hose of the specified diameter. The ETH must be used in a vertical manner for correct operation. The most common application is for use with canister filters, however the ETH is easily adapted for use in almost any situation where heated aquarium water is required, such as with wet/dry sump pumps. The ETH is easily installed by cutting the tubing and connecting the two parts of the tube to each side of the ETH. For reduced maintenance, it is recommended that the ETH be installed within the filter`s output assembly. As most canister filters are not designed to bear weight, it is recommended that the ETH be properly supported by the use of the attached loop to avoid stress on the output assembly. The ETH is completely safe and UL Listed. There is no danger of damage if the ETH is left running dry for short periods as the ETH will switch itself off in that event. The ETH heats with high efficiency by means of an internal heat pump system that avoids temperature variations. For use in freshwater and marine aquariums. Fits most canister filters such as the Hydor Prime, the Rena Filstar, Eheim canisters, and the Fluval canisters with the use of a short section of tubing to complete the connection. Use of the ETH cleaning brush is recommended.Features: Completely safe. No danger of damage if the equipment is left running without water for a short period of time. Patented heating element made with the exclusive PTC system. The traditional metal resistor coils have been replaced by a special polymer sheet, silk-screened with heating ink. Setting of temperature controlled by an electronic circuit with indicator light. Connectors suitable for any flexible pipe of all external filters. Two year

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2/08/2012

Stealth Visi-Therm Submersible Aquarium Heater Review

Stealth Visi-Therm Submersible Aquarium Heater
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I bought one of these heaters 2 years ago. It was working fine so bought another 6 months later. The first one stopped working 6 months ago, the second one stopped working this month. Also it does not have a light so you can see if it is working.

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Completely submersible aquarium heater is calibrated for superior accuracy in your freshwater or marine aquarium.The UL-approved heater is so streamlined, you can't even tell it's there.Temp Select DialAllows easy setting, just dial to the desired aquarium temperature.Reinforced Plastic CasingProtects components against UV s and thermal/mechanical shock.Overheat ProtectionShuts down if heater is left out of water. Restarts automatically when in water.Aluminum Cylinder and Eight-Cavity Heating ElementDistribute core heat evenly.Shock AbsorberSafely secures heating element.

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1/21/2012

Hydor ETH 201 In-Line Heater UL 200W f/16mm & 5/8" Hose Review

Hydor ETH 201 In-Line Heater UL 200W f/16mm & 5/8' Hose
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My first fish was a little crazy and used to swim frantically around the tank banging into the walls.Turns out he smashed the glass heater and the rest (along with the fish) is history.Went to the "in-line" heater version after that and this heater works great.Use it in a 30 gallon, acrylic tank.

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ETH Heaters are the first external heaters for aquariums with the exclusive PTC technology. The self-limiting PTC heating element guarantees maximum safety against any risk of overheating. Designed to be used on return lines coming from canister filters or sumps.

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10/22/2011

Sunpentown SPT SH-1507 Mini-Tower Ceramic Heater Review

Sunpentown SPT SH-1507 Mini-Tower Ceramic Heater
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I LOVE this little heater. I live in St. Pete Florida and needed a space heater for the unseasonably cold weather that we had here. I live in a 650 sq. foot, poorly insulated, garage apartment, and this heater really saved the day when it was in the 20's and 30's outside. We ran only this heater and not our central heater, as the latter costs a fortune and does very little in the way of actual heating. The space heater was used mostly in one large room that comprises about 40% of our apartment, and also in the bedroom which is about 25%. In the bedroom with the door closed this sucker kept it quite warm, even on low (and the bedroom is like 15x13 feet). Granted it takes an hour or so to heat the whole room, but it worked great (so great that we had to shut it off in the middle of the night because we were sweating under our heavy comforter). In the large room, the heater did an admirable job and kept it bearable throughout the cold spell (and that large room has so many drafts it's like all of professional sports combined). Now, with the weather more temperate (40's and 50's) this little heater heats whatever room I'm in without a problem.
I love the high and low settings and the fact that the high setting draws only 1200W (as opposed to 1500W for most space heaters). The unit is quite small and no part of it is too hot to touch at any time. It is a breeze to move from room to room. This heater would be a good choice for anyone with children or pets, as it has a knockover shut-off. It is very quiet (though not silent as some have said). In a room with any ambient noise, you're not likely to hear the heater. In a quiet bedroom it sounds like (surprise) a small fan. There are some days when it sounds a little bit rough on startup, but this noise goes away within a minute or so.
My unit has held up great (I've had it for a few months now and ran it 24 hrs a day for weeks), but I am very careful not to knock it or use it in a humid area (like a bathroom). I could see this heater breaking if it is knocked over or hit against something while moving it between rooms. Also, I take care to hold the heater with one hand whenever I turn the on/off knob with the other hand, because the knob takes a good bit of torque to rotate. If I were to turn the knob without holding the heater I would be twisting the whole heater on its base which could potentially damage the oscillation feature. With proper care this heater seems like it will fare well.
For me, this heater was a great buy. It was relatively inexpensive, it is small and easy to store, and it puts out an admirable amount of heat for its size. I wouldn't rely on it to bring a large room up to a short sleeve and shorts temperature in the dead of winter, but it will definitely take the edge off the cold. In a closed room this heater will bring the temperature up nicely.
Amazon, as always, was a pleasure to deal with. Oddly, the manufacturer's packaging looked like it had been opened and re-taped, but the interior packaging appeared factory fresh. I guess it could have been opened and re-sealed, or the Sunpentown factory just tapes up their boxes sloppily. Either way, the heater is great, and I am quite pleased.

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Product Description:
Equipped with energy-efficient ceramic technology, this adorable mini tower heater compliments any countertop and offers safe, soothing warmth to a room. The unit provides low (600-watt) and high (1200-watt) heat settings, an oscillating option for even heat coverage to gradually warm a room, and a fan-only option to help circulate air in the summer months. Even more, it comes with a washable filter and a carrying handle for convenient portability. Safety features include a power indicator light, a thermal cut-off switch, a tip-over switch, and automatic overheat protection for peace of mind. Ideal for use in a child's room, the ETL-listed mini-tower ceramic heater measures 6 by 4-1/2 by 13-3/4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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10/18/2011

SPT SH-1508 Tower Ceramic Heater with Ionizer Review

SPT SH-1508 Tower Ceramic Heater with Ionizer
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This is a great unit and just like it states it is wisper quiet.Easy to read digital temp. Took about 5 min to warm a 63 degree room to 72!Takes up little space, I put mine in the corner and you don't even know its there. It is also an attractive unit that I don't mind having in any room of the house.The remote controol is a plus also. I Did not think I needed it, but now that I have it, I love that feature also.There is an easy to use timer on the unit also.That is a nice feature so you don't forget to turn it off when you go to work etc.I am thinking about ordering another one as this is such a handy unit.With heating costs this winter it is a money saver to use this electric unit to supplement your heat.

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Ceramic heat offers soothing warmth and the safety of a low surface temperature. 120° oscillation provides widespread heat coverage to gradually warm your entire room. Built-in Ionizer automatically functions when unit is turned on. Heat can also be turned off and operate unit as a fan. Features a digital thermostat with LCD display and remote, timer and main power safety switch (convenient foot switch for controlling the main power without bending over). Elegant standing design will compliment any room.

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10/01/2011

Hydor ETH 300 In-Line Heater UL 300W f/16mm & 5/8" Hose Review

Hydor ETH 300 In-Line Heater UL 300W f/16mm & 5/8' Hose
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Bigger than I suspected it would be, but it works fabulously.It does have 3/8" ID connectors which was not convenient for all my other 1/2" OD stuff so I had to make a trip to the hardware store.Other than that - it's doing a great job!

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ETH Heaters are the first external heaters for aquariums with the exclusive PTC technology. The self-limiting PTC heating element guarantees maximum safety against any risk of overheating. Designed to be used on return lines coming from canister filters or sumps.

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8/18/2011

Marineland Eclipse Acrylic Aquarium System Review

Marineland Eclipse Acrylic Aquarium System
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This is a great starter aquarium.Order a book or two about having fish when you order the aquarium too and wait a week before getting fish.

In years past you'd have all sorts of work with the filters and such.With the bio-wheel that comes with this tank your only work is to occasionally replace the "physical filter" and do a partial water change.That's it!The tank also comes with a beautiful light that'll really make your fish shine.

You will need some gravel too and some plants and maybe a stone or two for the fish to hide behind.The gravel and such are best picked up at your local pet store. Start out with plastic plants rather than live plants; you'll have plenty to do anyway.

In my experience things are easier if you have a heater too.The fish likes the water temperature to be constant.I've been using a 150w heater with good success in this tank.

Let the tank run with the heater for a day or two to get the temperature stable.When you add your first fish, start out with just a few small fish (actually, in a 12 gallon tank you should always only have small fish, little tetras and such -- don't worry, they are beautiful) to get the bio-wheel going. Your books will explain it, but it takes some time for the biological processes to get going in the tank and keep things in balance, so the water can get poisonous quickly for your fish if you add too many.(Get a packet of test strips to test the water quality daily -- it's just when you get started, later the bio-wheel will keep things steady unless you keep too many fish in the tank).

I can also recommend getting another tank, maybe a 3 gallon tank, to keep new fish in before they go in the main tank.(Of course that only works if you keep small fish, with bigger fish the 12 gallon tank would be your quarantine tank...):-)

Good luck!

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The Marineland Eclipse Seamless Integrated Aquarium System combines a 3-stage Eclipse Filtration and Lighting System with a high-quality seamless aquarium, TetraCare support, and an informative fishkeeping guide in a complete package. The high-performance Eclipse Rite-Size Filter Cartridge and patented Marineland BIO-Wheel provide total mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration, ensuring 100-percent water-to media contact for excellent water quality and a healthy environment for your fish and plants. The specially selected fluorescent daylight lamp promotes plant growth and brings out the brilliant natural colors of ornamental fish. Easy to set up, operate, and access with top-mounted Eclipse filtration that provides ample space for added accessories like heaters or airline tubing (sold separately).

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