185g Deep Reef Build

[cordeiro]

Wow.. Looks good, you should try to send out a video on the canopy going up and down..

And cant wait to see it done and the next one too..

Nice job

[mseepman]

Originally Posted by cordeiro

Wow.. Looks good, you should try to send out a video on the canopy going up and down..

And cant wait to see it done and the next one too..

Nice job

I second that motion!

[gridley]

This is looking very impressive!

[Blue World Aquariums]

The tank's not in a good position for photos but here's a teaser. 3/4" Starphire.

[Blue World Aquariums]

As requested, a video of the canopy lift in action!

http://youtu.be/buQuBfeXbyk

[Nano]

NICE!

[mseepman]

Very awesome! Seems so smooth. Looking forward to all the details on this build.

[Mike-fish]

what are you guys doing for corrosion protection on the lift

[Blue World Aquariums]

Originally Posted by Mike-fish

what are you guys doing for corrosion protection on the lift

The lift is made of aluminum and steel components. We've powder-coated everything we can, and the only tapped holes are in aluminum components. Our concern is with the exposed steel in the bearings, the bearing rails (the body of the rail you see in the video is aluminum), and the internals of the actuator. Our plan for corrosion protection of these components is splash protection, ventilation, and regular lubrication and maintenance. The design is such that all components can be removed and serviced while the aquarium is against a wall.