Dorm Fridge chillers

Discussion in 'I made this!' started by Reef Ghost, Mar 18, 2008.

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  1. Reef Ghost

    Reef Ghost Plankton

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    I know several of you have made the dorm fridge chillers, how have they performed over time? I am thinking about making one for a 55gal grow out tank but would like to know if you guys had success with them or if you found it to be a waste of time / money? I know it depends on the amount of coils for draw down, but on average how many degrees did it lower your temp?
    Thanks!
     
    Reef Ghost, Mar 18, 2008
    Reef Ghost, Mar 18, 2008
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  2. aquaboy

    aquaboy Panda Puffer

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    i dont think they have enough BTU to keep a tank under like 20 gallons cool. havent made one myself, just repeating what i read on tons of DIY threads from various sites ;)
     
    aquaboy, Mar 18, 2008
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