Glass Thickness For Large Tank
Hey guys. I'm getting some mixed responses when it comes to the appropriate glass thickness for a large tank so I thought I'd throw it out there and see what everyone here thinks. So lets say for an 8 foot long by 3 feet wide by 30" tall tank, what would you suggest? My other option is 7 feet long by 3 feet wide by 30" tall. I realize that you can make a tank bullet proof but I it doesn't need to be overkill either. I'm just looking for what's appropriate or recommended. I'd like it eurobraced too. Thanks in advance.
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I'd go 3/4". Go as long as you want... it's the height that determines the glass thickness due to pressure. You may need a thicker bottom, I'm not sure.
If you get to 24" or less in hight you could probably drop to 1/2", IMO. |
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For the size 5/8" min for sure but 3/4" would be better. A standard 230 is 72" x 30" and uses 1/2" but they show a noticeable bulge as a result. With 8 feet and 5/8" you may notice a similar effect but it still be perfectly safe but the deflection causes some slight distortion which can be annoying to some people. It also depends on the bracing. |
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My 300 ( 96"L x 30"H x 24"W ) is 3/4" all sides, euro-brace and bottom inside cleats ( front & back )
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No less than 3/4 ", you especially for a 30" height
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for my 330 i got 3/4" glass it is 6'x3"x30" and it has a safety factor of 4.5 :mrgreen: . I know someone who just built a 12' tank and he used 1" glass
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I used 5/8 on a ten foot 31 tall 40 wide.
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