Can biOrb heater be fully submerged?

Can biOrb heater be fully submerged?

Answer: Hi Yes it is, as long as the stand is used or the heater doesn’t have direct contact with the tank surface.

Can you put a heater in a biOrb fish tank?

The biOrb Heater Pack contains a 50 watt standard aquarium heater capable of heating the water in any biOrb up to 16 gallons / 60 liters. A Heater Stand is also supplied that enables the heater to be fitted securely onto the curved surface of the biOrb.

Should my fish tank heater be fully submerged?

Submersible aquarium heaters can be fully immersed in the aquarium water. Because these heaters are completely submersible, they are generally more efficient than the hanging aquarium heaters. These heaters can be placed fairly low in the water.

Do you have to use a BiOrb heater in a BiOrb tank?

BiOrb fish tanks are sold as cold water tanks meaning they do not come complete with a heater. They are however suitable to be transformed into a tropical tank, you just need to purchase one of the two BiOrb heaters available.

How long does a BiOrb take to heat up?

For a 60l body of water, it can take up to 72 hours before it reaches the correct temperature. If the biOrb is in a colder room, this will also cause it to take longer to warm up. If your room is lower than 24.5C then heat will be lost from the biOrb & the iHeat will keep having to slightly reheat the water.

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How often should you change biOrb ceramic media?

Replacing some of the media every year or so can help to keep the filtration efficiency. Never replace more than 1/3rd of your media at one time and wait at least a month before replacing any more in order to keep a healthy population of bacteria.

Where is the best place to put a fish tank heater?

Position your heater near a filter inlet/outlet or a circulation pump to ensure even heat distribution. Submersible aquarium heaters can be installed horizontally near the bottom of the tank for best results. They can also be positioned vertically if that is your preference.

Where should a water heater be placed in a fish tank?

In your home aquarium, the best location for placing a heater is near the maximum water flow, such as the outlet (or inlet) from the filter, or in the stream of a powerhead. Having water flowing directly past the heater is what quickly and evenly disperses heated water throughout the tank.

Can a fish tank heater shock fish?

The flow can’t pass THROUGH any fish. Therefore, there is virtually no way to electrocute an aquarium fish.

How do submersible heaters work?

The aquarium heaters are designed in such a way that they automatically turn off as soon as the desired temperature is attained. Likewise, when the water gets cold, the device turns on to maintain the temperature all over again. Fully submersible aquarium heaters are always safe and better than half-submersible.

Can I put real plants in biOrb?

There are several benefits to growing real plants in the aquarium. Plants feed off nitrate and phosphate, helping to keep levels low and algae at bay. They also provide hiding places for fish, add interest to their environment and a tasty snack for some fish.

How often should you change BiOrb ceramic media?

Where is the air stone in a BiOrb?

The air stone fits in the base of the BiOrb underneath the filter cartridge. It breaks up the flow of air into the aquarium, splitting it into a mass of fine bubble. It also reduces noise from the air pump.

What do you put in the bottom of a BiOrb?

Pour in the bottom decoration you have chosen, like stones or pebbles. But gravel and sand are not appropriate for the bottom filter, in a Biorb or Biube, as they could clog it. Now you can place your decorations and finish pouring in the water.

Why does my BiOrb go green?

If large areas of algae grow or the water goes very green very quickly, this indicates that there is a problem with the water that’s causing the excess growth. Algae needs sunglight and nutrients in order to grow.