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Dophin · Glass
Dophin AH-1006 Glass Heater
A glass thermostat heater with a printed temperature scale and a perforated lower sleeve, in the same 25 to 500 W steps as the AH-1008.
Updated
25–500 W7 models
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
A tropical tank where you want a cheap heater with a visible scale.
Worth knowing
Treat the scale as a guide and confirm with a separate thermometer.
What stands out
- Seven wattages, 25 to 500 W
- Printed temperature scale on the tube
- Perforated protective sleeve
- Rated about 1 W per litre
Models and specs
| Model | Heater | Tank size |
|---|---|---|
| 25W57 0025 | 25 W | up to 25 L |
| 50W57 0026 | 50 W | up to 50 L |
| 100W57 0027 | 100 W | up to 100 L |
| 150W57 0028 | 150 W | up to 150 L |
| 200W57 0029 | 200 W | up to 200 L |
| 300W57 0030 | 300 W | up to 300 L |
| 500W57 0031 | 500 W | up to 500 L |
- Brand
- Dophin
- Type
- Submersible glass thermostat heater
Figures from the maker's published specifications. Makers revise products, so check the current figures before buying. Photos supplied by the brand or its distributor.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Dophin AH-1006 Glass Heater, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the Dophin AH-1006 Glass Heater for?
The maker rates it by model: 25W up to 25 L, 50W up to 50 L, 100W up to 100 L, 150W up to 150 L, 200W up to 200 L, 300W up to 300 L, 500W up to 500 L.
What wattage is the Dophin AH-1006 Glass Heater?
25 to 500 W across the range. As a rule of thumb that covers roughly 17–500 L in a normally heated room, at about 1 W per litre.
Who is the Dophin AH-1006 Glass Heater best for?
A tropical tank where you want a cheap heater with a visible scale.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Dophin AH-1006 Glass Heater?
Treat the scale as a guide and confirm with a separate thermometer.
What are the alternatives to the Dophin AH-1006 Glass Heater?
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