Exo Terra Turtle Heater, 50 Watt

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If the heater needs to be moved to an area where there’s more water flow needed, the screen will display an LF warning light.

But if you’re only using carbon or a zeolite-based product in your filter (often sold as ammonia chips), you may still need weekly changes to keep the nitrate levels controlled. That’s a mistake a friend of mine made, and his turtle ended up getting nitrate poisoning because he didn’t realize his filter media wasn’t able to neutralize it. So my advice is to get a canister filter with baskets that you can custom-fill for your turtle tank, and go with media that targets ammonia, nitrite and nitrate. I hope this answers your question! Reply When it comes to choosing between a submersible or an external heater for your turtle tank, there are a few things to consider. The big advantage of going with a turtle tank heater like this is it goes well with setups that use sumps or canister filters. This allows the heater to stay out of the way so your whole setup can remain nice and clean. Safety is a top priority when it comes to any electrical appliance, and this aquarium water heater is no exception. The heater comes with an auto shut-off feature that activates when it overheats and resets once it cools down. This feature ensures that your aquarium and its inhabitants are always safe from any potential hazards.Top Tip: Mounting your heater horizontally or at a 45° angle will prolong its lifespan and save you money. Comes fitted with a protective casing that not only prevents your turtle from damaging the heater element but also prevents them from burning itself. The Fluval M200 is a great choice for your turtle tank. Super easy to install and set up, it’s no wonder many people use them in their aquariums. The Mylivell aquarium heater is fully submersible in water. The one which is coated with a case is available in 2 power capacity – 200 Watts and 300 Watts. Also, one without a case is available for 100 Watts capacity. The 200 Watts heater is a great choice for 45-75 gallons. The tank has an adjustable temperature setting range of 65 Degrees F – 93 Degrees F (20 Degrees C – 34 Degrees C). The display is quite easy to read.

It’s also common practice among experienced turtle owners to use two heaters. While this might seem like overkill at first, there’s a reason. Aquatic turtles are a popular pet, and for good reason! They're unique, interesting animals that are relatively low-maintenance. But one thing you do need to be aware of is the size of tank you'll need to properly house your pet turtle. If you opt for a canister system, you’ll easily be able to access the filter without having to put your hands inside the tank. You can wash the padding to clear the chunky debris each week and replace the media a couple of times a month or as needed. Your choice of filter media will be the key to how long you’ll be able to wait between water changes, though. If you use media that can absorb or neutralize ammonia, nitrite AND nitrate, then you’ll probably be able to get two weeks between changes. Additionally, it is important to keep the heater away from any flammable materials, such as curtains or paper, to prevent the risk of fire. It is also recommended to unplug the heater when performing water changes or cleaning the tank to prevent any electrical hazards.To make it simpler for you, we’ve split it up further to look first at the water and then the basking area.