Chiller advise

[Escalera23]

Hi everyone
So I have a 130 gal set up and I’m currently looking to add a chiller to my system. I’m new to this and want to know what I should be looking for as in size and any other helpful advise about adding a chiller to a system would be greatly appreciated.
thanks
Mike

 

[joseserrano]

around a 1/4 hp

 

[Escalera23]

around a 1/4 hp

Thanks, also is there anything special that I need to know about chillers or is it just a plug in and hook up?

 

[Factorybacking_05]

You will need a pump and some hose as well. After that it's just plug in and ready to go.

 

[Factorybacking_05]

I also sent you a PM

 

[resortez]

Make sure your heater is not competing with the chiller or both heater & chiller will run nonstop until one burns out.

 

[five.five-six]

You will need a pump and some hose as well. After that it's just plug in and ready to go.

If you get a probe or "drop in" type you don't need a pump or hose

https://www.marinedepot.com/aqua-logic-cyclone-chiller-1-4-hp-cy-3-with-temperature-controller

 

[xtian27]

cooling fans help a lot too, i never have to use a chiller in my system

 

[five.five-six]

cooling fans help a lot too, i never have to use a chiller in my system

Good point. I run 1,200 watts of metal halide on my tank and I don't have a chiller, just fans.

 

[Factorybacking_05]

Very true. Just know if you go down that route you will need a good Auto top off to keep up with evap.

cooling fans help a lot too, i never have to use a chiller in my system

 

[waterman78]

This all depends on where you live and your climate. Most reefer homes are air conditioned or usually stay cool throughout the day. HOWEVER..... Chillers are great....for your size tank anywhere around 1/4hp should be able to handle that amount of water.

I personally own a JBJ Chiller and it seems to be a fairly reputable company. And there are others as well. I'd say try the forums for a used chiller just to save on the cost...plus you may be doing someone a favor/vice versa.

Most chillers require a certain amount of flow to properly operate...approx. 400 to 700gph flow.

What is your current tank temperature? And where do you live as far as climate? What types of livestock do you have?