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Tetra Pond De-Icer, Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed
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Brand | Tetra Pond |
Item Weight | 3.9 Pounds |
Item Form | Pellets |
Target Species | Fish |
Allergen Information | Gelatin Free |
About this item
- POND DE-ICER: Keeps an area of your pond free from ice.
- WINTER SURVIVAL SOLUTION: Allows toxic gases from decaying matter to escape from under ice during the winter.
- EFFECTIVE: Works in temperatures as low as -20 degrees.
- 300-WATTS: Features a 15 foot power cord and thermostatically controlled shutoff.
- NATURAL FINISH: Stone finish complement’s your pond’s surroundings.
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Easy to use | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.8 |
Value for money | 3.3 | 4.5 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 3.0 |
Sheerness | — | 4.6 | 3.3 | 4.0 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Seven Rivers Digital | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Natural Waterscapes LLC |
target species | Fish | Fish | Fish | Fish | Fish, Turtle |
liquid volume | — | 32 fluid ounces | 32 fluid ounces | 1000 gallons | 500 gallons |
form | Pellets | Liquid | Liquid | Flakes | Powder |
weight | 3.9 pounds | 1.17 pounds | 32 ounces | 4 ounces | 1 ounces |
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TetraPond Pond De-icer, Thermostatically Controlled
Description:
Toxic gases caused by decaying matter and fish waste can become trapped under the ice by releasing harmful pond gases. The De-Icer helps release harmful pond gases by keeping an area of the pond ice-free. Features include a natural stone finish. 300 watts. Energy-efficient thermostat control shuts off power when not needed. Effective to - 20°F (-28.8°C). 15 foot cord.
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- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 11.31 x 6.44 x 6.94 inches; 3.9 Pounds
- Item model number : 26429
- Date First Available : June 9, 2008
- Manufacturer : TetraPond
- ASIN : B000J3I0Q4
- Country of Origin : China
- Best Sellers Rank: #48,068 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
- #4 in Pond De-Icer
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Product Description
For 50 years, fishkeeping enthusiasts have looked to the Tetra name for products and solutions that add ease and beauty to their home. Whether you're an experienced hobbyist or just starting out, Tetra has everything you need–-from a large variety of quality fish food and innovative equipment to test kits and decor. In cold weather, toxic gases caused by decaying matter and fish waste can become trapped under the ice by releasing harmful pond gases. The TetraPond De-Icer helps release harmful pond gases by keeping an area of the pond ice-free. It features include a natural stone finish that blends in with your ponds surroundings. This product is 300 watts. Energy-efficient thermostat control shuts off power when not needed. UL listed. Effective to - 20°F (-28.8°C). 15 foot cord. The TetraPond De-Icer helps fish stay healthy all winter long making it your winter survival solution for fish!
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Customers like the size and appearance of the aquarium pond water treatment. For example, they mention it's perfect for a smaller pond, it doesn't take up so much space, and it looks more natural. That said, opinions are mixed on the cord length, value, and quality.
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Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the aquarium pond water treatment. They mention that it looks nicer than traditional tank or pond, and more natural in winter. Some say that it's ugly but works great.
"It looks pretty natural. It works very well. I am in Massachusetts. It has worked through very deep snow and very cold weather...." Read more
"0ver 10-12 years of winter use, still going strong, and still looks great! Even left it outside a few summers absentmindedly...." Read more
"I like how it looks in the pond. Fish seemed happier and pond didn't freeze." Read more
"...It was easy to install and looks nicer than traditional tank or pond heaters...." Read more
Customers like the size of the aquarium pond water treatment. They say it's perfect for their smaller pond, and it doesn't take up so much space. Some customers also mention that it works beautifully and creates a small opening around the unit. Overall, customers are satisfied with the size and functionality of the product.
"...It keeps a good size opening in the pond for the fish. They even gather underneath it.....I think for warmth, but what do I know...." Read more
"...It's been perfect for our small pond in PA winter." Read more
"...I plugged the de-icer in and it worked like a charm, creating a small opening around the unit where the carbon dioxide gases would be able to escape..." Read more
"...Will take several winters to confirm. Nice that it does not take up so much space and does not have exposed element that gets all cruded up with..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the aquarium pond water treatment. Some mention that it works well and keeps the water from freezing, while others say that it failed after one year and didn't last three months.
"...Works like a charm, and I don't have to worry about blowing rain or ice causing a shortI do not like the shape and it's light gray color...." Read more
"...Now it's just a piece of garbage. It's a a terrible design that doesn't last and so it is a terrible value...." Read more
"...It worked perfectly. It kept temperatures warm enough for the fish, who like hanging out near it, while not raising the temps so much that it..." Read more
"...It works very well. I am in Massachusetts. It has worked through very deep snow and very cold weather. This is the third one I have bought. Why?..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the aquarium pond water treatment. Some mention it's a great product for the price, while others say it'll be a waste of money.
"...If you're looking for an affordable de-icer with reasonable wattage, I recommend this unit...." Read more
"...Now it's just a piece of garbage. It's a a terrible design that doesn't last and so it is a terrible value...." Read more
"...Nice long cord so I didn't even need an extension cord. Works great, good price." Read more
"...The flowering plants are expensive to replace. I’ve used others that don’t turn on until the water temperature reaches 32°...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the cord length of the aquarium pond water treatment. Some mention it has a nice 15-ft electrical cord, while others say that it shorted out and tripped the GIF. It has a three year warranty, but some customers say that the unit shortes out and trips the circuits.
"...That means it is shorting out in the water near my fish!..." Read more
"...This unit has a nice 15-ft electrical cord, but I used it with an outdoor heavy-duty extension cord and an outdoor waterproof extension protector..." Read more
"...Must have shorted out. I was really impressed with the de-icer's performance up until now. I hope I can get a replacement." Read more
"...See photo and video. The unit shorted and tripped the whole pond offline, thankfully not killing any expensive koi...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the seal of the aquarium pond water treatment. They mention that it leaks, allowing water to enter the pond. Some say that the product developed a leak after two winters. Overall, customers are not happy with the quality and performance of this product.
"...In addition it seems to evaporate the water from the pond. So that I am continually having to add water to keep the water level consistent...." Read more
"...Fish were distressed and a slight steam was coming off the water...." Read more
"Sadly mine didn’t last a few weeks, filled with water, stopped working, returned this item." Read more
"...The first one worked great until it swelled and water got inside it and my wife got shocked even though I had a GFCI circuit on the pond...." Read more
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This unit has a nice 15-ft electrical cord, but I used it with an outdoor heavy-duty extension cord and an outdoor waterproof extension protector that snaps tightly around the fittings. Works like a charm, and I don't have to worry about blowing rain or ice causing a short
I do not like the shape and it's light gray color. It floats on top of the water and looks like a ginormous gray tick. (I kid you not.) I have no other description for it except that if you squint your eyes, it might look like an ugly piece of floating gray plastic. But, hey, it works, so no point taken off.
I gave 5 stars for overall, easy to use, and easy to install, and 4 stars for value for the money. The latter is because it runs up the electric bill at 300 watts. That's a bit extra on the electric bill for 72 hours straight (or longer), but compared to other de-icers, this is considered low wattage.
One side note: I didn't allow my unit to float about freely, which it will if not secured. I secured my de-icer between two rock outcroppings so it wouldn't float around. IDK if it's designed to be a "moving" de-icer, but i made it stationary so the goldfish could huddle beneath it. They seemed to like that.
If you're looking for an affordable de-icer with reasonable wattage, I recommend this unit. Some people use a temperature sensing cube Thermacube, but I prefer to disconnect the power cord when not in use.
As has happened to several others, the bottom of the unit rusted through and tripped the GFCI. Now it's just a piece of garbage. It's a a terrible design that doesn't last and so it is a terrible value.
This product needs to be discontinued, redesigned and be newly released with a new model that addresses all of the failures from the rust to the lack of thermostat control. Refund please!
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The one thing missing is a red indicator light , so I have to feel it to know if it is providing heat , it does, so far .
It has a great long cord , so , no worries about placing ,It has been in the water for a month so far so good !
I recommend it .!