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Azrael_Darkness Fish Addict Posts: 547 Kudos: 420 Votes: 8 Registered: 26-Oct-2004	Is it safe to have live plants touching a 50 watt heater in my 10 gallon? I doub't it would catch on fire But i am curious if it matters or not since i am gonna try to heavily plant andf the heater takes up almost the whole backside in a 10 gallon.
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:39
FRANK Moderator Posts: 5108 Kudos: 5263 Votes: 1690 Registered: 28-Dec-2002	Hi, Actually, I have live plants within a half inch of my heater and they suffer no ill effects. If the plant were actually against the section of the heater where the heating element is located (the ceramic part) it could cook the leaves if the heater is on for long periods of time. When you plant the plants, give them an inch or two clearance from the heater, and allow them to grow into the area. During your weekly tank maintenace, trim back those that have grown too close. Frank Last edited by FRANK at 18-Feb-2005 16:29 -->>> The Confidence of Amateurs, is the Envy of Professionals <<<--
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:39
Fallout Moderator Communications Specialist Posts: 6416 Kudos: 4053 Votes: 742 Registered: 29-Jul-2000	I'd be more worried about water flow past the heater myself...
Posted 26-Jan-2006 11:39


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