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If I set up my 10g with a divider and put my 2 male bettas in it, would I need one filter, or 2? I am not sure. Also, would it be better to put one 50w heater or 2 25w?
Thanks...Kristin. :%)

*Kristin*

i often think about that question but i think depending on the filter, two sponge filters will be best. and personally i would go no heater.

Thanks Bettachris. Well I would prefer no heater...but I have kept them both at 80F for a little while now (in separate tanks) and going from 80 to 70 (or less) may not be good for them.



Last edited by GirlieGirl8519 at 08-Jan-2006 01:10

*Kristin*

The heating and filtration will depend on the type of division. It just might not be possible to have one heater (length) also if it is a solid division (glass) you will have to have filtration in both sections.

Unless you have a UG filter with two risers one in each section.

Does this make any sense to you?
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I am dividing the 10g into 2 equal parts. I am going to try to find a divider with "flow" holes. Small holes that allow the water to flow through so I will only need one filter (hopefully). I am trying to save some money by using filters I already have...and not buying a different type because I am running a little low on cash. I have only HOB filters and have 2 not being used that are rated for 10g tanks.

If I find that type of divider, would it be ok to have one filter and one heater...I would use a 50w submersible heater and place it vertically next to the divider...so that hopefully the heat would be distributed evenly, if the water is.

*Kristin*

If you are going with a small hole divider, then you only need 1 heater & 1 filter. Just make sure that you have enough holes, so the water pass easily.


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