Dual 300 watt heaters failing?

I've set the units to 83*, but based on 3 different thermometers readings, the water temp. is at 67!!
The heating units red light continues to glow nonstop.

The heating units are plugged in at a different location from the other equipments.
Ambient room temp. is about 70*
my another tanks temp. is just right an precise.

Does anyone know the symptoms of a dying heating unit?

Hey I had the same problem a couple of days ago. The light on the heater would stay on but the temp wouldn't
Rise past 67. Good thing I had an extra heater

If you are able to figure out what's wrong let know

might need to replace them ASAP.
Fishes don't look comfortable.
Anyone know a place offers good prices on heaters? Jager, Rena etc.

None of those brands. But Bobby sells his for dirt. I have a jäger I bought for 40 something bucks and one of his in my 6 footer and there both working fine. His was 15 bucks. Actually I think he gave me a discount cause I'm a memember here. It was 13 now that I think of it. The only name on it is ViaA 300 watt dully submerisble. Sorry that's all I got.

Wolf-Keeper1 wrote:None of those brands. But Bobby sells his for dirt. I have a jäger I bought for 40 something bucks and one of his in my 6 footer and there both working fine. His was 15 bucks. Actually I think he gave me a discount cause I'm a memember here. It was 13 now that I think of it. The only name on it is ViaA 300 watt dully submerisble. Sorry that's all I got.

cool prices from Bobby.
I've always wanted to test other brands out, now is my chance.

I would recomend to try them out. I mean worse case scenerio you don't like them and your out 13 bucks.

Wolf-Keeper1 wrote:I would recomend to try them out. I mean worse case scenerio you don't like them and your out 13 bucks.

I agree with Wolf at Bobby's price you could buy backups...that's what I did!

What brand are they? I recently had a Marineland Stealth fail and I called the manufacturer and found that they offer a lifetime warranty. Cost me $5 to send it in and they very quickly sent me a new one. To me....in the end it was worth the extra $ to go with a manufacturer that stands behind their products. Oh and they didn't require a receipt or anything!

I have a Marineland Stealth 250W heater NIB for $20.

Marineland visi therm 300 watt.

Cool, I've already sent them a requet.

A visi therm.....wow....I'm surprised you'd have both of them go out. The stealths and stealths pro have had extreme problems but I haven't heard anything about the visi therms. Anyway google marineland customer service and get their 800 number and call them. I got a live body on the first try and that way you can explain your problem. Good Luck!

Actually I still have the number & addy I mailed it to


800-322-1266

United Pet Group
Attn: Warranty
3001 Commerce St
Blacksburg, VA 24060

Kianna wrote:Actually I still have the number & addy I mailed it to


800-322-1266

United Pet Group
Attn: Warranty
3001 Commerce St
Blacksburg, VA 24060

sweet, thank you Kianna.
Already filed for 2 replacements; also going to buy 2 more.
My tank was at 76* last night, barely got to 79 just now. Lol
using a 250 watt, covering tank and canisters with my sweaters. Lol

Marineland heaters blow, seriously they BLOW UP

I would get a Hydor In-Line-Heater. Hooks onto your canister outlet tubing. I hear great reviews and it has CONSTANT temperature.

it is going to get really cold this weekend for sure putting a bit more stress on the heaters. I've got one little spare, but after reading this I think I need a bigger 2nd spare.

Does anyone know where I can pick up hydor, ebo jager, Rena smarts?

Petsmart has Eheim, but I don't know the wattage they carry.

Petsmart used to carry Hydor, but no longer do. You can buy em online now.

Petsmart carriers Rena Smart Heaters.

So, I guess your going to Petsmart!

Kensfish.com has a lot of heaters and great prices.

Jager
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Hydor In Line (a lot more expensive)
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Thank you!!

i know petsmart has atleast 200s but im pretty sure they have up to 300s...

Billiethekid wrote:i know petsmart has atleast 200s but im pretty sure they have up to 300s...

200, ebo jagers?

marineland topfin and fluval
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I have no complaints with any of my topfins... except they are long..
I have both Topfin and Marine lands in my tanks (all my tanks are small though)

alrighty, 2 250 watt marineland stealth pro's. $87 at petsmart.
sending defunct heater units back to marineland, hopefully receive new units, planning to sell them off later.

thank you, everyone! now, my 180G is warm and toasty! last night, the water temp fell to 74*!!!

awesome.. might i suggest keep one for back up or both??

Billiethekid wrote:awesome.. might i suggest keep one for back up or both??

true that! i might keep one of the new units, i still have another backup unit. i hope others will learn from this experience; a unit that glows its indicator, but does not create proper heat=FAIL!

Wow, easy.
All she asked was the lot#, shipping address/information; 2 new units are on their way!!!

DAMN.. We need to stop all this talk about heaters.. I just checked my tank last night and it's at 74 and both my heaters are at 80.. I cranked both up to full blast last night and this morning same temp.. Looks like both my Marineland Visi-Therm Stealth Submersible Aquarium Heaters Crapped out on me.. Time to buy 2 more new ones..

hbluehunter wrote:DAMN.. We need to stop all this talk about heaters.. I just checked my tank last night and it's at 74 and both my heaters are at 80.. I cranked both up to full blast last night and this morning same temp.. Looks like both my Marineland Visi-Therm Stealth Submersible Aquarium Heaters Crapped out on me.. Time to buy 2 more new ones..

try getting the stealths!
after that, call marineland for replacements. the contact information is on the 1st page of this thread.

Mine actually were the Stealths.. 2x 250watts.. Yea i saw the contact info after i posted the previous post.. I'll try and contact them and see what they'll do for me..