Is my tank GLASS or ACRYLIC?

[Joshua Jordan]

I know that I am probably going to seem like an idiot, but I honestly don't know and have been told both by spposed experts.

I have an Innovative Marine NUVO Concept Abyss Panoramic Drop Off Tank. Here is the ID Tag:

I know that they started making the newer ones from glass, but I can't tell if this one is glass or acrylic. And, I can't find any reference on IM's website. Is there any tests I can do to find out myself?

Thanks so much

 

[Joshua Jordan]

Also, the reason that I am asking is because I am considering drilling the back for a couple of bulkheads to add a sump.

 

[Daddy-o]

Do the corners have silicone or are they bonded like plastic?

 

[crusso1993]

Generally speaking, an acrylic tank will not have any silicone used in it anywhere.

 

[LadyMac]

Yes photos of the tank and close ups on the corners could definitely help.

 

[Mastiffsrule]

Hi,

if this is your tank it’s glass

Product Page | Innovative Marine

Innovative Marine is a premier manufacturer of aquariums and aquarium supplies for freshwater, saltwater, reef, corals, fish and planted tanks.

www.innovative-marine.com

edit, sorry also the serial number may help to date it

 

[vetteguy53081]

When IM went to glass, the sump section ran along the tank whereas the acrylic had it at short length. Also glass has black silicone

Acrylic:

Glass:

 

[jkcoon]

Have you googled the make and model? I just did and found the answer on the first click. I like to teach people to fish - google “Nuvo 0905”

 

[Joshua Jordan]

Have you googled the make and model? I just did and found the answer on the first click. I like to teach people to fish - google “Nuvo 0905”

This is not the Pro model....which is model #: 0905-P