When you purchase a new aquarium at Ton.Fish, you automatically receive a $1 per gallon fish credit to use in-store. This benefit is offered at all times: it remains valid even during a promotion or when the aquarium you have selected is already offered at a discounted price.
A few purchase examples:
- You purchase a 150-gallon Seapora aquarium: you receive a $150 fish credit.
- You purchase a 5-gallon Aqueon aquarium: you receive a $5 fish credit.
- You purchase a 37-gallon UNS 75P aquarium: you receive a $37 fish credit.
You have 90 days from the invoice date to use your fish credit. After this period, the credit expires and can no longer be used. The fish credit applies exclusively to the purchase of fish and cannot be used to purchase equipment. The fish credit amount includes taxes. It has no cash value and is non-transferable.
How much substrate do you need for your aquarium?
Substrate forms the foundation of your aquascape and also plays an important role in the environment of many types of fish and aquatic plants. As a general rule, you can plan for approximately 1 pound of substrate per gallon of water. A 20-gallon aquarium will therefore require approximately 15 to 20 lbs of substrate, while a 75-gallon aquarium may require around 75 lbs. The exact amount may vary depending on the dimensions of the aquarium, the desired substrate depth, and the type of aquascape. A planted aquarium, a layout with varying elevations, or certain bottom-dwelling species may require a different amount or type of substrate.
What wattage heater should you choose?
The wattage of the heater should be suited to the volume of your aquarium in order to maintain a stable temperature for its inhabitants. As a general guideline, plan for approximately 2 to 3 watts of heating per gallon of water. A 20-gallon aquarium will therefore require approximately 60 watts, while a 50-gallon aquarium will generally require around 150 watts. It is therefore perfectly appropriate to round the required capacity slightly upward when choosing a heater. This rule remains a general guideline, as room temperature, the desired water temperature, and the species being kept can all influence the wattage required. For larger aquariums, using two heaters can also be beneficial to distribute heat more evenly throughout the aquarium and provide a certain level of redundancy.
