DIY 240 Cube

BlueBadger · #1 05/13/2005, 03:00 PM

I want to build a 4'x4'x24" cube for my next tank. I feel confindent that I could get the seams good using Weld-on 4 and then a bead of 16 in all the seams, but how thick of acrylic do you think I need to use. I plan on using a solid top with 4 18"x18" cut outs in it. Any advice or recommendations with be appreciated.

Dan

justin-branam · #2 05/13/2005, 03:04 PM

i think i saw someone who had a tank this size for sale, and i think it was 1" acrylic. not 100% sure though.

FINFISH · #3 05/13/2005, 03:15 PM

With a solid top (euro-bracing ~3/8-1/2"thick) like you described I wouldn't hesitate to use 3/4" for the sides- just make sure your seems are well done.

rsteagall · #4 05/13/2005, 03:47 PM

Anyone have pictures of such a beast of a tank? Thats so awesome sounding...

I have yet to price acrylic... about how much do you think this will cost?

barebottoms · #5 05/13/2005, 04:31 PM

The tank itself wasn't a DIY everything else was. Lots of pics for reference.

http://archive.reefcentral.com/forum...&highlight=240

Jpizzle · #6 05/13/2005, 05:42 PM

At first glance I was like.. WhoA.. but the angle just through me off..

took me a few seconds to realize that was Eddie's tank from TP

is that a really old pic or a new pic (ie after his tank crash)?