DIY sump help

tweeter

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I'm starting up a 125 6 ft tank, and my husband is going to build the sump for me. We have some 1/4" plexiglass that he is going to use. My question is, what is the best way to put it together, with what materials, and where do you get them? Would I need to purchase aquarium silicone, or can I use some other kind? Do we glue it, or solder it with acrylic?
Any other suggestions would be welcomed! Thanks
 

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Almost every place that sells acrylics, has the weld on "glue" you need for it. It's a solvent that welds the seems together. I use Weld on 3 myself.
 

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Personally, I would much rather configure a 40/55/75 gallon tank with custom baffles than build one from scratch. Imo, it would be difficult to match the exterior integrity of the seals.
 

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