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beginnersluckpg 12-31-2008 12:30 AM

Acrylic Sump Design
 
I have access to some acryic and want to build my own sump/refugium or seperates im not sure yet and alot will depend on the pieces i can get cheap etc. i was just wondering if anyone had any tips suggestions or a how to sheet on gluing and bracing the design or thicknesses etc? I am still a newb so take it easy on me.

Pescador 12-31-2008 02:39 AM

Check out http://www.melevsreef.com/allmysumps.html
there is a ton of info on sumps and working with acrylic.

Black Phantom 01-01-2009 09:15 PM

Melev is a great resource for sure. One of the things about building any kind of tank is tolerances. Do you have access to a table saw for cutting your acrylic. The measurements have to be exact and the finished edge super flat (no score marks)
I"ve built a couple of sumps so if you want more info on the pin method and which glues to use you can PM me
Mike

beginnersluckpg 01-02-2009 04:15 AM

Thanks
 
Thanks guys, great link and I am sure Ill have questions for you if it isnt too much trouble.


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