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Dophin · Glass
Dophin AH-1008 Glass Heater
A standard glass thermostat heater from 25 to 500 W, rated at roughly one watt per litre.
Updated
25–500 W7 models
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
A budget heater for a tropical planted tank, sized to your volume.
Worth knowing
Budget glass heaters can drift, so keep a thermometer in the tank and never run it out of water.
What stands out
- Seven wattages, 25 to 500 W
- Submersible glass tube
- Rated about 1 W per litre
- Suction-cup mounting
Models and specs
| Model | Heater | Tank size |
|---|---|---|
| 25W12 0313 | 25 W | up to 25 L |
| 50W12 0314 | 50 W | up to 50 L |
| 100W12 0316 | 100 W | up to 100 L |
| 150W12 0317 | 150 W | up to 150 L |
| 200W12 0318 | 200 W | up to 200 L |
| 300W12 0319 | 300 W | up to 300 L |
| 500W12 0320 | 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-1008 Glass Heater, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the Dophin AH-1008 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-1008 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-1008 Glass Heater best for?
A budget heater for a tropical planted tank, sized to your volume.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Dophin AH-1008 Glass Heater?
Budget glass heaters can drift, so keep a thermometer in the tank and never run it out of water.
What are the alternatives to the Dophin AH-1008 Glass Heater?
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