100 w heater how hot will my 10 gallon get

[fishtastics]

i only have a 100w heater and as of now my TEN gallon is showing its 82-84 and 86* degrees. i was just wondering how hot will my ten gallon get. i want to keep it no more than 90* maximum. its been about a day and half and it hasnt gone past what its at now. Just wondering if anyone knows if it will get any hotter.
or if anyone wants t trade me for a lower wattage. I have guppy fry and cherry shrimp in that tanks right now.

Thanks

[guppyguy]

I have your answers, your tank is to hot. Most tropical fish need to be around 78 degrees. Beyond 82 degrees for most tropical fish it will seriously reduce there lifespan and around 90 can be lethal at extended periods of time. You only need a 50 watt heater for a 10 gallon tank. 100 watts is just to much for that size tank especially if it is a type of heater that is not adjustable. Also room temperature will effect your tank. If you room temp goes up even a little so will your tank temperature.

[fishtastics]

Mar 18, 2015 20:26:32 GMT -5 guppyguy said:

I have your answers, your tank is to hot. Most tropical fish need to be around 78 degrees. Beyond 82 degrees for most tropical fish it will seriously reduce there lifespan and around 90 can be lethal at extended periods of time. You only need a 50 watt heater for a 10 gallon tank. 100 watts is just to much for that size tank especially if it is a type of heater that is not adjustable. Also room temperature will effect your tank. If you room temp goes up even a little so will your tank temperature.

i like keeping my tank around 86, it prevents diseases and my fishes have always had that high a temp. 78 is like the minamum according to what i red. my fish never lived until i kept the tank up at that temp.  but i will get a smaller one f the temp goes past 86*. i also read that fry like temps to be around 82* but i dont how true that is. from my research anywhere between 80-86 is just right and makes for better breeding conditions. i will have to re research this. Thanks

[fishtastics]

Mar 18, 2015 20:26:32 GMT -5 guppyguy said:

I have your answers, your tank is to hot. Most tropical fish need to be around 78 degrees. Beyond 82 degrees for most tropical fish it will seriously reduce there lifespan and around 90 can be lethal at extended periods of time. You only need a 50 watt heater for a 10 gallon tank. 100 watts is just to much for that size tank especially if it is a type of heater that is not adjustable. Also room temperature will effect your tank. If you room temp goes up even a little so will your tank temperature.

i have re researched this and have discovered that it depends on the species, how hot the tank can be kept. my gourami's, ghost knofe and platies are more than fine to tolerate 86*  and apparently not sure how true, the gouramies prefer it hotter.  as for the fry tank, there isnt anything i can do, the temp is staying at 86 and i am BROKE so i cant get a new heater, sadly. (had a 50w in there but it was broken all this time! the tank was at 64!" had to throw it out)  i will try to keep the fry tank around 82-84 to prevent ich (which i always have a problem with, which iis why i keep my temps up.)


SO HERES A QUESTIONS FOR YOU FOR THE TIME BEING

will puting a fan facing the tank help keep the temperature down until i can get a new heater?

[lesfromlakeshore]

Mar 18, 2015 20:54:03 GMT -5 fishtastics said:

Mar 18, 2015 20:26:32 GMT -5 guppyguy said:

I have your answers, your tank is to hot. Most tropical fish need to be around 78 degrees. Beyond 82 degrees for most tropical fish it will seriously reduce there lifespan and around 90 can be lethal at extended periods of time. You only need a 50 watt heater for a 10 gallon tank. 100 watts is just to much for that size tank especially if it is a type of heater that is not adjustable. Also room temperature will effect your tank. If you room temp goes up even a little so will your tank temperature.

i have re researched this and have discovered that it depends on the species, how hot the tank can be kept. my gourami's, ghost knofe and platies are more than fine to tolerate 86*  and apparently not sure how true, the gouramies prefer it hotter.  as for the fry tank, there isnt anything i can do, the temp is staying at 86 and i am BROKE so i cant get a new heater, sadly. (had a 50w in there but it was broken all this time! the tank was at 64!" had to throw it out)  i will try to keep the fry tank around 82-84 to prevent ich (which i always have a problem with, which iis why i keep my temps up.)


SO HERES A QUESTIONS FOR YOU FOR THE TIME BEING

will puting a fan facing the tank help keep the temperature down until i can get a new heater?

If your thinking about putting a fan in front of the tank to lower the temp. then in my opinion your much better off removing the heater and wait until you can afford a smaller one. Your fish and fry will be ok with no heater. If your having problems with ick then you need to figure out why.. I have many tank with hundreds of livebearers from guppies to endlers to platy's and swords and they all have no heaters. Anyway , just trying to help....

[Darren and/or Sarah]

I like Les's answer.
The only problem with the internet is that there are hundreds of answers for one question and they are all over the place with accuracy. When it comes to this type of stuff, I would go with experience which comes in the form of the ladies and gentleman on this forum.
Although the higher temperatures will stave off certain diseases for the time being, over an extended period of time it can do unseen damage that may be irreparable. If you want to keep Ich away, as a main concern, I would recommend API aquarium salt (as per instructions on the box) and a max (steady) temp of 78. This will be easier on your fish and give your guppies that little bit of salt that they like. Keep in mind certain fish are sensitive to it, so you will have to check your tank for scaleless fish.
Also, is your Ghost Knife Fish in the 10 gallon? They are beautiful fish but they grow quickly and at a full size (of roughly 2.5 feet) will need a much larger tank.
This is just information I have gathered over the years. Do with it what you will. =)

S.

[fishtastics]

Mar 20, 2015 21:12:42 GMT -5 Darren and/or Sarah said:

I like Les's answer.
The only problem with the internet is that there are hundreds of answers for one question and they are all over the place with accuracy. When it comes to this type of stuff, I would go with experience which comes in the form of the ladies and gentleman on this forum.
Although the higher temperatures will stave off certain diseases for the time being, over an extended period of time it can do unseen damage that may be irreparable. If you want to keep Ich away, as a main concern, I would recommend API aquarium salt (as per instructions on the box) and a max (steady) temp of 78. This will be easier on your fish and give your guppies that little bit of salt that they like. Keep in mind certain fish are sensitive to it, so you will have to check your tank for scaleless fish.
Also, is your Ghost Knife Fish in the 10 gallon? They are beautiful fish but they grow quickly and at a full size (of roughly 2.5 feet) will need a much larger tank.
This is just information I have gathered over the years. Do with it what you will. =)

S.

Thanks again. mY GHOST KNIFE is in my 50 gallon. he has grown very large over the 2 years ive had him.  i cant put salt in the tank, as i have other fish that are sensitive to it, and have found that it doesnt work anyways. I have had my tank temps at 86 for around 2 years now and never had any fish other than guppies die. i am planning on lowering it to a steady 82 which i've read and heard around is a good temp for all fish. I dont like it lower than 80. i think its very cold, even for myself. i wouldn't swim in that water! lol. my fry tank is now stay at 84 as i managed to get a new heater! which i have read is best for baby fish.?  but ICH is no longer a problem. my ghost knife however is going to be getting a new home! a 100 gallon that i am purchasing next month. Just for him. His name is MooCow btw, cuz he looks like a cow. thank you again for the information. everything is working out fine and perfect for my tank now so i dont want to change it up to much, i finally found the sweet spot where nothing dies! not even guppies.



I appreciate your help

[Darren and/or Sarah]

That, is very good to hear =) Enjoy your fish and best of luck.

[Mersey]

Fishtastics.
If you are out at the meeting on Sunday come and see me (Mersey)(The guy from Liverpool England) I have a small heater for your 10 gallon tank.

[lesfromlakeshore]

Just so there's no confusion our next meeting is next Sunday , June 14th.

[MadMatt]

Discus don't mind the temp being 90°, actually they are quite happy to have the temp 93° for 3-4 days!
They are kept at 84-88°, however a good heat bath of 90-93° from time to time is healthy for them.

[fishtastics]

Jun 4, 2015 5:50:16 GMT -5 Mersey said:

Fishtastics.
If you are out at the meeting on Sunday come and see me (Mersey)(The guy from Liverpool England) I have a small heater for your 10 gallon tank.

Sorry havnt been on in while. thanks. but i got a BIGGER tank as i have recently upgraded to a 55 gallon and now have over 300 guppies. they seem to be doing better now. Sorry i couldnt make it this month. my ride got sick.... (grandpa) im hoping to show up next month as i need more plants for my tank