185g Deep Reef Build

[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.

[Blue World Aquariums]

Originally Posted by mseepman

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

It's buttery smooth...and that was a necessity with this build. We had to make a minor design change after our first trial and the cost was more than originally planned.... but overall I am really pleased!

[Blue World Aquariums]

Canopy lift controller front panel artwork

[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.

[ScubaSteve]

Damn dude, this is a nutty build. I love it! One day when I'm not a poor grad student (t-minus 1 year) I'm totally doing a build like this. I love the detail with the actuator board. And here I thought I was the only one anal enough to design my own circuit boards...