putting a heater in the sump?

[danrw84]

just curious...going to start a 20 gal sump for my 29 gal reef...i have a 100 watt heater... can i put that in the sump? is it enough or do i need a 200 watt?

 

[iceburger]

i'd go with at least 150 watt heater for that much water

 

[benj420]

Just for kicks I would use two 150's. That way if one stops working for some reason, you still have the second as a backup. The sump is a great place for heaters, skimmers, etc. so you don't have to put them in the display space.

 

[danrw84]

yeah, thats why i want to do.
thanks guys

 

[christian 808]

Make sure the heater(s) stay submerged!! Evaporation does cause the water level to drop in a sump.
Christian Schwalm
SkyLab Industries
www.wetdryfilter.com