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Cooling

Aquarium Cooling Fan

A clip-on fan that cools tank water by 1-3 C via evaporation - cheapest solution for warm-climate temperature control.

Price: Budget For: Both $15-$100

📖 Overview

Small clip-on fans mounted on tank rim blow across water surface. Evaporation cools the water 1-3 C. Best for tanks fighting mid-summer heat when a full chiller is overkill.

🛒 Buying Guide

For temperatures above 30 C, a full chiller is required. Fans also increase evaporation requiring frequent top-off.