Automated Aquarium Hood

[bassman]

Thanks, I am very happy with how it turned out.

Originally Posted by AndyL

Looks/sounds like a pair of linear actuators - but looks can be deceiving.

Bingo! We have a winner!! A single linear actuator is exactly how it's done.

I had to build a frame out of aluminum box tube, attach 2 - 24" drawer slides on the sides and attach that to my tank stand. The actuator pushes up off the floor in the center against a cross brace that is part of the frame.

[Beverly]

You DIYers are amazing Great demo video

[Kabong]

Very nice!

[bassman]

Thanks for the compliments everybody

[st4tic]

isnt that too loud and disturbing for the fish?

[bassman]

No I am not sure why but the mic on that camera is mega sensitive, it's not loud at all. The fish don't even notice it's moving.

[danny zubot]

Thats great, now invent an automatic water changing thingy.