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Old 08/05/2003, 08:03 AM
NaH20 NaH20 is offline
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Question Steel Frame for Stand

I am in the process of designing the stand for my tank. I am wanting to have a welder friend put together a steel frame for the tank. I just wondered what the recommendations are on the size of steel to use for a 120 gal reef tank? I will also be having a DSB if that makes a difference for weight issues. I've also read a thread on RC relating to marine topside as a protectant, and I'm looking into getting some. Also, any thoughts on how far apart the tabs should be placed in order to attach the wood?

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Old 08/05/2003, 11:06 AM
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i recommend 2 x 2 square tubing. i've seen a tank stand made from this already for a 150gl.
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Old 08/05/2003, 11:34 AM
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For what its worth, I had one made out of 2x2 thick wall aluminum for my 300. I dont have to worry about rust.
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Old 08/05/2003, 10:01 PM
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tube

I have seen store bought 2x2 for a 230 with a 3/4 glass bottom.
consider attaching the wood with velcro. Or place tabs aprox every 10 inch with one at each corner.
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Old 08/06/2003, 08:14 AM
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Thanks for all the replies!!!
 

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