how long to wait after resealing tank to fill it?

[black6.0powerstroke]

I just resealed my 150g tank yesterday what would be the optimal time to wait before filling to check for leaks

 

[hybridazn]

I would wait a minimum 48 hours. Usually silicone cures within 24 hours but what's an extra day just to make sure

 

[black6.0powerstroke]

I just seen the controversy some people say 48 hours and some people say wait 7 days on a bigger tank

 

[hybridazn]

Not sure I totally see the point of 7 full days. It's widely known that silicone cures and bonds rather quickly. If your overly cautious then I would wait 3-4 days. Anything more than that is a little long and 3-4 days I feel is way long enough.

 

[black6.0powerstroke]

I'll wait til 3 days and give it a whirl, should I fill it completely in one shot or fill it sections at a time

 

[hybridazn]

I'd go for it all haha

 

[black6.0powerstroke]

Haha if it's going to leak it's going to leak

 

[human]

48hrs is sufficient to make sure it's fully cured

 

[acropora4u]

any other comments on this old thread, i just resealed a 125gallon ( 60" x 18" x 25" ) 6 days ago and wondering when it would be safe to fill?