Fish Tank Filter Energy Usage/Filtration Question (how much, cost)

[Dennisc23]

We just purchased a used fish tank and are in the process of setting it up. My wife is pretty into and has it almost ready to go. We did not, however, previously consider energy costs.

Do we need to run the filter 24/7? We have 2 filters capable of each handling a 60 gallon tank. Our tank is 55 gallons.

My concern is running the filters during my 12-7pm peak energy cycle. Can I use a timer to shut them off for 7 hours on weekdays without any noticeable problems? Is the energy cost that much? Any fish or energy experts, your help is appreciated.

Thanks,
Dennis

[snowthedirtbub]

Originally Posted by Dennisc23

We just purchased a used fish tank and are in the process of setting it up. My wife is pretty into and has it almost ready to go. We did not, however, previously consider energy costs.

Do we need to run the filter 24/7? We have 2 filters capable of each handling a 60 gallon tank. Our tank is 55 gallons.

My concern is running the filters during my 12-7pm peak energy cycle. Can I use a timer to shut them off for 7 hours on weekdays without any noticeable problems? Is the energy cost that much? Any fish or energy experts, your help is appreciated.

Thanks,
Dennis

Yes, the filter needs to be on 24/7, you only really need to use one of those filters. As for how much its going to cost, i have no idea.

[YAZ]

Run 'em both 24/7.

It won't cost ya much more than a lightbulb.

[Dennisc23]

Thanks Guys!

[sh9730]

But run the lights for no more than half the time. Fish like to sleep too! And you ll save some energy usage there....

[snowthedirtbub]

Originally Posted by sh9730

But run the lights for no more than half the time. Fish like to sleep too! And you ll save some energy usage there....

Good point, lights only need to be on about 12 hours a day.