Simple Chiller Question

[Caesar]

Hey, Just wondering if I buy a chiller, do I need a canister filter for it? They are a bit pricey and I would like to use a sponge filter for it. Does that work?

 

[auntiejude]

Cannisters work best, but you can have a chiller independent of any filtration system. It would need a pump though, hence why cannister are often used with a chiller.

 

[Caesar]

Cannisters work best, but you can have a chiller independent of any filtration system. It would need a pump though, hence why cannister are often used with a chiller.

Thanks!

 

[TeeJay]

How big is your tank?


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[Caesar]

How big is your tank?


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It's currently a 10gal.
I am thinking of buying a chiller so I can switch to a 20gal tank. I calculated it and my chiller size only needs to be .01 to change the temperature from 76 to 60. However, the smallest chiller size is .1. Any ideas? Will it be too cold?

 

[michael]

You can use an in tank pump with a sponge filter on it. You don't need a canister filter for a chiller.