Low iron glass vs starfire???

[maron6977]

Hi , look'in to upgrade from my 4' 120g. After many options: new , used , what size - 6' 180g , 220g !!! Think I'm gonna pull the trigger on a Concept custom tank .
I figured I'd get exactly what I'm after - 215g 72"x30"x24"H .
Now back to the question .
I would like input : apparently they have Chinese low iron glass & Starfire glass .
I've heard the Starfire scratches somewhat easier. Good results from the low iron glass & not much more than reg glass.
Please set me straight if I'm mistaken & anyone have any experience with either, please let me know .
Thanks Mark

[sphelps]

Starphire, according to Dave it's slightly thicker than standard to compensate for the reduced strength while the Chinese is not so you do get a little more for the extra money
In the end both are glass and perfectly fine choices but for the little extra cost I'd get the real deal. Both will stratch easier than standard.

[rynoe]

Starphire glass is just one company's trademark name for their brand of low iron glass. I am not sure if certain brands of low iron glass scratch easier then others but i would think it would be possible.

[maron6977]

Thanks for info .
Any difference in clarity ?

[Skimmer Juice]

I find the light comes through the glass better with starfire , looks overall clearer . I always go starfire especially if you are doing clear silicone . As for the scratching easier I don't notice my glass stays clear but I also do not use magnet cleaners