I moved my tank... *And now I've cracked the glass top

[GotButterflies]

Would you guys say it's okay that it fluctuates from a high of 81 during the day to a low of 73 at night or should I get another heater?

Have you tried insulating your tank first? I personally would try that. If that doesn't help, then I would go to another heater. But...that is me

[karlys]

Yeah, it's insulated! I put the heater up at night and, the next morning, went out and bought the Reflectix when I realized that the tank was only 66-68. It took it a day and a half or so to raise up to 81. When I wake up, it's usually around 75 but the gauge says it dips to 70-73 at night. Then it slowly gets back up to 81 by dinner time.

I just went ahead and ordered another heater. Figured it's the best for my straws and E.

[GotButterflies]

Yeah, it's insulated! I put the heater up at night and, the next morning, went out and bought the Reflectix when I realized that the tank was only 66-68. It took it a day and a half or so to raise up to 81. When I wake up, it's usually around 75 but the gauge says it dips to 70-73 at night. Then it slowly gets back up to 81 by dinner time.

I just went ahead and ordered another heater. Figured it's the best for my straws and E.

Oh goodness - definitely the right decision for straws and an e!! They love the warmer temps. I have straws and es too

[karlys]

I'm happy to report that the second heater gets the tank to 85 during the day and doesn't let it drop below 77 at night. I'm sure all the crabs, but especially the exotics, appreciate it. My E has been cruising around, checking out all the shells. It's funny that he even checks out the jumbo shells. Sorry buddy but you probably won't ever be big enough to need a 2" opening jade turbo! Lol