A simple question...

[bikerbutter]

Hello again!! So I'm going to be setting up a new tank. A Top Fin 37. There is approximately 3\8inch of air between the bottom of the glass and the top of the surface it sits on. Should I put anything in that space to support the glass under the weight that it will be holding?

 

[braaap]

Black Plastic frame on the tank? If so no. It’s designed to sit like that.

 

[Utubereefer]

You can put it on a yoga mat or foam board.

 

[cilyjr]

Black Plastic frame on the tank? If so no. It’s designed to sit like that.

This is correct

 

[bikerbutter]

Black Plastic frame on the tank? If so no. It’s designed to sit like that.

Thank you!! Yes, there is a black plastic frame. Awesome,ty!!

 

[bikerbutter]

You can put it on a yoga mat or foam board.

Thank you!! That's a great idea!!

 

[bikerbutter]

This is correct

Thank you!!

 

[Utubereefer]

Thank you!! That's a great idea!!

Make sure the entire footprint of the tank is on the foam.

 

[cilyjr]

Thank you!!

I just wanted to second what was said so you'd feel a little more comfortable with the advice.

 

[bikerbutter]

Thank you ALL for your feedback!! I appreciate your time.

 

[UncommonSense]

Just make sure the stand or surface is capable of handling 450-500lbs of load, and is fairly level in supporting the tank’s bottom plastic!

One of the biggest killers of tanks is having a stand/shelf/etc which is warped and trying to slowly but surely twist the tank itself apart at the seams!

 

[bikerbutter]

Just make sure the stand or surface is capable of handling 450-500lbs of load, and is fairly level in supporting the tank’s bottom plastic!

One of the biggest killers of tanks is having a stand/shelf/etc which is warped and trying to slowly but surely twist the tank itself apart at the seams!

Thanks, that would be TERRIBLE!! It's a PetSmart tank and we bought a cabinet\stand with it that is very rated for the job. I have a fear of water loss, especially rapid. Of all the mistakes I'm sure i will make as an aquarist,
I pray that isn't on the list.

 

[UncommonSense]

Thanks, that would be TERRIBLE!! It's a PetSmart tank and we bought a cabinet\stand with it that is very rated for the job. I have a fear of water loss, especially rapid. Of all the mistakes I'm sure i will make as an aquarist,
I pray that isn't on the list.

As long as the floor under the stand isn’t high in some spots, and low in others (you’ll notice, the stand will “teeter” when jiggled); you should be set!

Are you planning on running hang on equipment? Or possibly drilling it for an overflow?

 

[bikerbutter]

As long as the floor under the stand isn’t high in some spots, and low in others (you’ll notice, the stand will “teeter” when jiggled); you should be set!

Are you planning on running hang on equipment? Or possibly drilling it for an overflow?

After a thorough cleaning, I'll be using my Tidal 75 hob. I wish I could drill(without error). I would really love to put a hole for a return line for a refugium at the right level.

 

[UncommonSense]

After a thorough cleaning, I'll be using my Tidal 75 hob. I wish I could drill(without error). I would really love to put a hole for a return line for a refugium at the right level.

Why not get a diamond hole saw and practice drilling on some thin glass, like a cheap/free used glass aquarium?

That’ll give you the confidence to drill a nicer tank without error!

 

[exnisstech]

Just make sure the stand or surface is capable of handling 450-500lbs of load, and is fairly level in supporting the tank’s bottom plastic!

One of the biggest killers of tanks is having a stand/shelf/etc which is warped and trying to slowly but surely twist the tank itself apart at the seams!

∆ THIS ∆
I spilt the bottom of a tank placing it on a dresser that I thought was nice and flat. I had bought the tank from my Dad and he felt bad so he replaced it. Being the genius that I am I filled it and put it back on the same dresser It's a darn good thing my sister lived in the apartment below me and not someone else.

 

[bikerbutter]

Why not get a diamond hole saw and practice drilling on some thin glass, like a cheap/free used glass aquarium?

That’ll give you the confidence to drill a nicer tank without error!

That's a great idea!! Thanks.

 

[UncommonSense]

Here’s a recent thread on the process I helped out with!

https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/drill-time.1117917/
Diamond coated glass hole saws do have a short lifespan… in my experience, you can get around 1-2” of cutting depth through glass before they really start getting dull, and really should be replaced for anything important you want to drill!

I recommend getting your diamond hole saw(s) diameter(s) based of the bulkhead fitting size(es), and style(s) you plan to use! — (For example, Hayward PVC plastic bulkhead fittings are fantastic, but typically do require a larger diameter glass hole than a generic bulkhead fitting made from ABS plastic!)

Good luck! Feel free to start a new thread on the process if you need any further advice!

 

[bikerbutter]

Here’s a recent thread on the process I helped out with!

https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/drill-time.1117917/
Diamond coated glass hole saws do have a short lifespan… in my experience, you can get around 1-2” of cutting depth through glass before they really start getting dull, and really should be replaced for anything important you want to drill!

I recommend getting your diamond hole saw(s) diameter(s) based of the bulkhead fitting size(es), and style(s) you plan to use! — (For example, Hayward PVC plastic bulkhead fittings are fantastic, but typically do require a larger diameter glass hole than a generic bulkhead fitting made from ABS plastic!)

Good luck! Feel free to start a new thread on the process if you need any further advice!

Excellent!! Thank you for your help with this. Being able to drill my own stuff will open the door to many possibilities. As for starting a new thread, , I'm the guy!! I'm proud of the "THREADSTARTER" badge!! I'll definitely be starting several in the near future. Reef2Reef is AWESOME!!