Update, as the weather is starting to get cooler, the issue of heating this pond has been pushed to top priority.
the plan to integrate a hydronic heating system into the 1000g pond is now underway!
Current actions:
- Bought stainless steel 155k BTU pool heat exchanger off of ebay to be my main heating element, mainly to get it and look into the types of fittings i will need to integrate it into my system as well as how to clean it.
Link for reference: http://www.ebay.com/itm/151062531023...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
- Emailed Jehmco earlier today to discuss the purchase a linear air pump for the tank rack and a temperature controller for the pond. No response as of this evening, hopefully I will get a response tomorrow! If they don't or the controller is not rated for outdoor use, I will buy the Aqualogic controller from MarineDepot as I expect this system to be done by next weekend.
Links for reference: http://www.jehmco.com/html/temperature_controller.html http://www.marinedepot.com/Aqua_Logi...FITETC-vi.html
- Looking into hot water recirculating pumps for the pond and am heavily considering a Watts pump from Home Depot, mainly because it would be easy to replace if an issue arises, just pull it out, box it, and bring to the Home Depot. Thankfully the timer can be disabled, making it perfect for this duty.
Link for reference: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Watts-Hot...stomer_reviews