what chiller to use

[mcmillion050804]

Ok I have a question would a 1/10 hp current usa chiller be enough to cool 90 gallon with a 20-30 gallon sump/fuge ? Or would I need something with a little more power ? Also there will be a 250watt sunpod on the system .

 

[cherokee_dude]

How warm/cool do you keep the ambient air in the room?

 

[mcmillion050804]

about 70-75

 

[subielover]

I really doubt you would even need a chiller for that set-up. If the temps do end up rising to higher than you would like, you can start by adding a small fan to blow across the water's surface. This alone can drop temps a couple of degrees.

 

[mcmillion050804]

I really doubt you would even need a chiller for that set-up. If the temps do end up rising to higher than you would like, you can start by adding a small fan to blow across the water's surface. This alone can drop temps a couple of degrees.

We have t5s on our 65 and no heater in it and it never drops below 80 and sometimes gets up to 84. that is with a hood our lights are hanging.

 

[stunreefer Verified Sponsor]

Yes that should do the trick considering your ambient temp. - especially since they're on closeout at Premium Aquatics, that price can't be beat!

 

[mcmillion050804]

Yes that should do the trick considering your ambient temp. - especially since they're on closeout at Premium Aquatics, that price can't be beat!

thanks

 

[TJ15]

90 gallons with a 30 gallon sump is a lot for a 1/10 HP chiller rated for 60 gallons.

It would be a better idea to go with a Current 1/4 HP IMO.