{"product_id":"fluval-t-electronic-heater","title":"Fluval T Electronic Heater","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA fully electronic heater with a digital thermostat, integrated guard and automatic run-dry protection — freshwater tanks only.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Fluval T-Series heater holds a set temperature with an electronic sensor and dial, in a glass body sized to suit tanks from 50 L up to 300 L depending on wattage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic thermostat\u003c\/strong\u003e — set and hold your target temperature with a top dial, no manual calibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated heater guard\u003c\/strong\u003e — built into the unit, not sold separately, to keep fish and decor off the hot glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic run-dry protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — the heater cuts power if water drops below the minimum fill line or the unit is removed from water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully submersible\u003c\/strong\u003e — can be mounted vertically or horizontally, to a maximum depth of 1 m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive wattages\u003c\/strong\u003e — sized from small nano setups (50 W) up to large freshwater community and planted tanks (300 W).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich wattage do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFluval rates each wattage to a maximum tank volume, assuming a typical indoor ambient temperature. In a cold room, a garage, or an unheated space in winter, size up rather than to the exact litre figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWattage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated up to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperature range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22–32°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass heating tube — handle carefully, not a shatterproof polymer design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eControl\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-in electronic thermostat, no separate controller required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic shut-off if water level drops below the minimum mark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater only — not rated for marine or reef use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240 V \/ 50 Hz, Australian plug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 years manufacturer warranty, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for freshwater community, planted and nano tanks within the rated volume for each wattage. Not suitable for marine or reef aquariums — Fluval builds the T-Series for freshwater use only, and it is not sold or warranted as a saltwater heater.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMains-powered and fully submersible: use on a circuit protected by an RCD, and never operate the heater out of water. Allow the unit to cool before handling after use — the glass body runs hot. Keep the heater below the marked minimum water line at all times; the run-dry cut-off is a backup, not a substitute for checking water level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe down periodically to remove algae or mineral build-up, which can insulate the glass and affect accuracy. Check the temperature against a separate thermometer occasionally — like any thermostat, drift can occur over years of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Fluval's 2-year manufacturer warranty against defects, on top of your consumer guarantees under Australian Consumer Law. Standard parcel delivery within Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this in a marine or reef tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Fluval builds the T-Series for freshwater use only — it isn't rated or warranted for saltwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDo I need a separate controller?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The thermostat is built into the heater — set your temperature on the top dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat happens if the water level drops too low?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heater cuts power automatically once the level drops below the marked minimum line, but always check water levels yourself rather than relying on this as your only safeguard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhich wattage suits a 120 L tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 150 W model is rated up to 150 L, giving headroom over a 120 L tank. 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