What is Euro-bracing?

[cherubfish pair]

What is Euro-bracing?

I'm checking prices for an acrylic sump and glasscages.com gave me a qoute for one with Euro-bracing.

[sperry]

Euro Bracing – Euro bracing is an approx. 3” wide strip of glass that runs all around the perimeter of the tank. It gives you complete & free access to the inside of your tank without any cross braces. This is also a favored option for those optimizing on the light penetration into their tank. This bracing can also be polished for a very refined look. In very large tank applications, euro bracing is tempered.

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[cherubfish pair]

What is the advantage to having one on a sump?

[calvin415]

First, if the sump has enough baffles, it should provide more than enough support that a Euro would be worthless.

I don't think you can call Glass Cages eurobracing true... They use multiple pieces to brace the perimeter of a tank rather than using 1 piece cut to fit the top.

Here's an example of what I'm talking about... I can understand it on a glass tank, but there is no excuse for an acrylic tank except CHEAP! Which goes right along with their service, just do a search here and you'll learn quick about their reputation.



Here's a true Euro...

[on_ice]

Neat!