eggcrate overflow is cracked. .. looking for a 3d printed overflow

[chicago]

So... i have a large custom tank made 15 years ago.. each side overflow the total width of each side of the tank.. I will post a pic.. the overflow is two squares (rows) of egg crate that sites on top of the side of the tank.. its cracked and time to replace.. thinking I could do some type of 3d printed overflow... maybe do a few of them so i could remove, clean and replace as they get encrusted with Coraline algae ..

 

[Dierks]

Shoot me a PM and I might be able to help you with the 3D Printing. Unfortunately most 3D printers have a pretty small bed so the largest I personally can print is 8.5". There as soon other printers out there that can go larger then that but you will have to hunt those guys down! Just a couple things to think about as you move forward.

 

[chicago]

Thanks. I’ll reach out to later in week. Ii think I have s plan on two or three pieces linked together. Might work Thanks.

 

[GrumpyAlison]

I could also help you if you're still looking for someone :)
My printer is 12x12x16 (lxwxh) and i can get longer pieces if they fit diagonally and if it does't fit in one piece I could do an interlocking dealio that could be glued together later. Out of curiosity, how long is your tank?

 

[chicago]

Thanks... I am for sure looking for help and will get exact dim's and pics up. the tank is basically 96 long by 31 by 31. the overflow on the side are about 6 inches each.. so viewing area is 86 from the front. Tank is drywalled in.

 

[Snoopy 67]

Have you seen the video of the new Tidal Gardens?
Their overflows are similar & have been made removable for cleaning.
Essentially a weir on top of a U channel. Perhaps 2 pieces a side?
And a spare set for exchange @ cleaning time?

 

[chicago]

Mind sending me the link. Thanks. Much appreciated.

 

[GrumpyAlison]

Their overflows are similar & have been made removable for cleaning.
Essentially a weir on top of a U channel. Perhaps 2 pieces a side?

I don't know how the OP's tank it setup under/behind the overflow, but I did something similar with my dorky little pvc weirs, where I printed a lip inside and outside the pvc, so they just pressure-fit on top and i can take them off if i ever need to. It is super convenient :P
I am also curious in the Tidal Gardens link as well :D It's always interesting to see what 'legit' people are doing (and by 'legit' I mean my tanks are absurdly jerry rigged and I envy you all with your nice setups XD)

 

[Dierks]

Here you guys - You can get a feel for it in this video.

 

[Snoopy 67]

Thanks to Dierks ---Right around the 1:50 mark is a shot of the removable weir.

 

[chicago]

that is exactly what I am looking for .// thank you..

 

[ludnix]

I recently 3d printed a smaller overflow box out of ABS and used ABS solvent to weld it together. It works great, but on a project this long I think you might be better served by someone CNC cutting out some acrylic to make the removable weir.

https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/ludnixs-120g-reef-and-coral-room.574288/post-6694660

 

[Hockey Stick]

So... i have a large custom tank made 15 years ago.. each side overflow the total width of each side of the tank.. I will post a pic.. the overflow is two squares (rows) of egg crate that sites on top of the side of the tank.. its cracked and time to replace.. thinking I could do some type of 3d printed overflow... maybe do a few of them so i could remove, clean and replace as they get encrusted with Coraline algae ..

I have a pretty large bed 16"x16"+ let me know if you're still looking for someone.