# of heaters

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jmeis

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Which scenario consumes more energy:
one 300w heater or
two 300w heaters
I assume that two would work half as hard each, thus consuming the same as if only one were in the tank. Is this a correct assumption?
 

Cooter007

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Six in one hand, half a dozen in the other! I’m going to use two heaters in my new 75. My only concern is getting them balanced. It would seem that if “Heater 1” was adjusted a tad higher/lower than “Heater 2”, “Heater 2” would never come on. But to answer your question, the difference is negotiable. I would say that other than the initial cost, two heaters would be more efficient. (If they are balanced)


Just my humble opinion. ..................
 

SayersWeb

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Two heaters will consume a little more electricity, but they will keep the water temerature more even and offer redundancy.
 
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