Heaters · Adjustable, electronic

Fluval E100

Manufacturer-rated for aquariums up to 30 US gal; adjustable 68–93°F.

100 W submersible heater with digital temperature display, dual sensors, and fish guard.

Consider: The body is 11.75 inches tall. Check the available mounting space and water depth before choosing it for a shallow tank.

US version, item A772. Check what’s in the box before you buy.

Rated for a 20 gal tankDrawn to scale on a 20 gallon long (example). 11.75 in long, drawn upright against the back glass; check the maker’s minimum water level and mounting.
Drawing of an aquarium heater (not a photo of the Fluval E100)

Tank size Fluval rates it for

Up to 30 US gal

Choose your tank to see where it falls.

Check it against your tank →

Specifications that affect fit

Manufacturer capacity
Up to 30 US gal
Power
100 W
Supply voltage
120 V / 60 Hz
Dimensions
2 × 1.25 × 11.75 in (L × W × H)

To see what it costs to run, enter the watts on its label and your daily hours in the electricity cost calculator.

Before choosing this model

  • Size for tank volume and the required rise above room temperature.
  • Verify temperature with a separate thermometer.

Our buying guides size it for these tanks:

5 gallon10 gallon20 gallon29 gallonBetta tank

A heater rated for your tank can still fall short in a cold room: see how to size one.

Check it against your tank → Something not working? See the troubleshooting guide.

Included items & upkeep

  • heater
  • fish guard
  • mounting bracket

Plan for the routine work

  • Unplug and allow the heater to cool before removal.
  • Keep the sensor and exterior free of deposits per the manual.

To budget for replacement media and supplies, use the first-year cost calculator. For how often and how to clean it, follow the maker’s manual.

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