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Ultratherm a little too big
Posted: Sun Feb 11, 2018 1:59 pm
by SinkoiSunshine
So I just got my Ultratherm and discovered that it hangs off the back of the tank about an inch or so on both sides. Can I still use this? Does it pose any safety hazards? Should I still insulate it with Reflectix?
Re: Ultratherm a little too big
Posted: Sun Feb 11, 2018 7:59 pm
by aussieJJDude
Its still fine to use... just DONT BEND/CUT the sides.. (AT ALL!) Bending the sides can cause the wires to snap, potentually becoming a fire haxard. And cutting it, same deal applies.
You can still insulate it, but you just have to be careful you don't bend in the sides.
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Re: Ultratherm a little too big
Posted: Fri Feb 16, 2018 4:13 am
by GotButterflies
Also, if it gets too hot for your tank, you can always purchase a thermostat for it. Hey - one of these days you might upgrade your tank and need the larger
Edit: Some people use rheostats too