how do you set a fresh water tank that isn't warm water?

Answer 1

there are commercial chillers that are on the market. Some use a coil that goes in the tank others pump it to a refrige unit and back. I use a used water cooler and route some tubing through the cold water storage tank on it and have a power head on a timer. It helps keep my reef tanks cool. You can also run some tubing through an appartment sized refrigerator and use a timed power head to circulate the water. If you are going cool water though use a comercial tank chiller. They have quite a few advertised in FAMA (freshwater and Marine Aqaurium) magazine.Cold water tanks are more of a challenge because the cool water inhibits alot of the bacteria to grow in the filters. They require more frequent water changes. I figure you are talking around the 50 to 60 degree water temps. Like deep water fish or trout.

Answer 2

I'm going to guess at this one by thinking that you are setting up a new aquarium? If this is the case, you do want to use cold water, along with a product such as Ammo Lock. Then the tank must sit for at least 1-2 weeks to build up bacteria. You can get 2 small like guppies to help with this process after the 2nd week. Gradually add fish after this. Good luck.

Answer 3

im assuming that you want to keep coldwater fish that are freshwater species? ITs the same process as a tropical tank, just with out the heater. I would still however buy a temperature gauge so you know whats going on with the temp of your water. IF you need the tank to be colder that room temp you will have to purchase a chiller system for a few thous. online.

Answer 4

Most fish do well at around 75 degrees. But if you really decide you don't want a heater, then keep the tank in a warm place free of drafts. After all, most fish do not live in polar climates, so you still need to keep it a little warm.

Answer 5

You need a thermostat for the tank and a heater to set the temp. I think it is set like at 80degrees but check a book first.

Answer 6

You'll need a special cooling unit for the aquarium. Another solution would be to place the aquarium in a room that's air conditioned to the desired cool temperature.