Condensation issues

[blu3her0]

Hi, recently got back to the aquarium scene after a hiatus for close to 3 years.

I've been attempting to keep my tank between 23-24 degrees as that'll be the most ideal temperature for the species I'm keeping (via a chiller).

Here comes the issue. When the water in the aquarium gets chilled to the low 23's, condensation issues begins on the glass. Quickly, drops of water would slide down the tank, into the crevices of my wooden aquarium cabinet. I'd figured that this would cause issues with the integrity of the cabinet over time, and results could be disastrous.

Has any bros/sis have issues like this, and is there any way I can resolve it? Increasing the temperature of my tank is tougher to execute in fear of the fauna in the tank.

Any contribution of ideas is appreciated! Thanks!

Zack





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[Shadow]

If I remember correctly condensation start occur if the temp different is above 5 degree. For example if the room temperature is 30C, you can lower your tank to 25C max before start condensation.

[Danialavr]

Faced the same problem when i run the tank at 23celsius. Quite annoyed with the condensation and now my tank is running at 25celsius, seems fine, no condensation. Do post a solution here if you managed to find one
cheers

[Ipit]

I am affected by this too from 24c i have increased it to 25c but i still get the condensation.. bought some products to eliminate condensation (water trickles down instead of staying there) but it does not work.

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[betta_luRver]

To prevent this, I custom-made a acrylic tray to be placed right below the tank (styrofoam below the tray) with a drainage at a corner to facilitate the removal of the water.

[thebaldingaquarist]

to prevent condensation, you can target any (or a combination) of these 3 areas
1. temperature difference between the surface of the glass and the environment.
2. atmospheric pressure on the surface of the glass
3. humidity of the environment around the glass.

for 1, can try to heat the tank (rather useless suggestion) or cool the environment.
for 2, use a small fan to decrease the pressure on the surface by blowing at it.
for 3, get a dehumidifier for the room.

dew point for condensation is controlled mainly by these 3 factors.

[blu3her0]

Sorry for the late replies and thank you for sharing your experiences and suggestion. Sure feels good to be back! 👍

And oh, the condensation was resolved when I added a big-*** fan to provide better air circulation in the living room. And yes, by increasing the chiller's temp.


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