Question 1

I need this for a axolotl tank, what exactly do I need to fully operate this device? Any help?

Accepted Answer

All you would need is an outlet but if you want limit how cold the water gets you would need temperature controller. I also put a larger fan behind the probe to help get rid of the heat on the heat sync. Not exactly sure what an axolotl requires to keep but I hope this helps.

Question 2

For ten gallons in an 86°F room, how much will this cool my nutrient solution in a DWC hydroponic system?

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Docs say it will lower 10gals 6 to 8 degrees from ambient room temp.

Question 3

Would this product work on a 6 gallon fluval edge aquarium? thanks very much!

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I would like to help you here, however, this is sort of a trick question. Without knowing exactly what you need to do, I'll try and make this short. The ice probe does a really good job chilling liquids, close to the probe that is! I do know quite a bit about aquariums, salt and fresh water. Now... The probe will chill water that is in the area of the probe itself, being an aquarium application you must have some magic number for the number of gallons filtered per min, hour, etc. The water filtration ( or exchange of tank water vs filtered water returned to the tank ) is the key to whether or not the probe will work for you. If for example you insert the probe into your aquarium wall directly, no water flowing past it, it will chill to a point. If you had the ability to install it in the filter (canister, wet/dry, or whatever type you have) it would be more effective due to the rate at which warmer water is moving past it. If installing it in your filter is not feasible, you could use a power head or another submersible pump to circulate water past the probe. That covers the efficiency part! Now the only other question is how much do you need to decrease the temperature!? I will be honest, I did not buy my probes for aquarium use, I bought them for home brewing. To be more specific, I have a 15 gallon insulated stainless steel fermentation vessel. I have 4 ice probes installed. If I fill the fermenter with 15 gallons of 70-75 degree wort, with the probes on nonstop, in about 12 hours I can reach roughy freezing temperatures, 32-35 degrees f. I am an electrical engineer who enjoys home brewing! I do use temperature controllers to run the probes, if I set the temp on all 4 to 30 degrees f, it will freeze in a couple of days! I apologize for almost writing a novel here but maybe my experiences with these devices can help you make your decision. If you are looking to just shave a few degrees off of your tanks water temp, this should work just fine for you. Just keep in mind circulating the water past the probe, same as you would a powerful tank heater. Good luck on your endeavor! Overall I've been very satisfied with the 4 that I own, going on about 3 years and absolutely no issues!

Question 4

Anyone used a 1.25" uniseal to attach this to a curved tank ?  Would it leak ? Already had one leaking from a 5 gal bucket only using the bulkhead.

Accepted Answer

I have mine attached to a round 5 gallon bucket, and mine does not leak. Ensure that you tighten it well.

IceProbe Thermoelectric Aquarium Chiller - 4 in. x 4 3/4 in. x 7 1/2 in.

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