My 200 Gallon Reef Savvy Dream Tank

[mcwhng]

I want to have as much of the wiring concealed but one thing I learned from my last build was that created some issues when taking pumps and other equipment out to clean it. I have about 4.5” from the back of the sump to the back wall of the stand.

I decided to install receptacles along the back wall and have them each controlled by the Apex so I can easily unplug the equipment to remove it. I also added a raceway to install all the probe wiring so it will be separate from the power wiring.

The bottom pipe will be used to run the L1 return pump wire through because of the large fitting on the end of the cable

Wouldn’t electrical receptacles that low be at risk from water splashes? Fire hazard?

 

[Behnken]

I did debate that for awhile but some of the cords would need to be plugged into extension cords and lay behind the stand so I’m not sure what the difference would be. I do have everything on a GFI and so far there have been no splashing in the sump area.

 

[Scurvy]

Wow, so clean! Glad I stumbled onto this one! Great idea on pre-wiring the receptacles to the apex. As you said mine started out clean but pulling equipment for maintenance became a nightmare. Look forward to more.

 

[Bob Weigant]

I love how clean your set up is. Mine is no where near as nice looking

 

[Behnken]

The electric light lift turned out real well and it’s been soooo nice to get the lights up and out of the way while working in the tank. I cut all the metal and had the welding and powder coating done by others.

 

[Behnken]

 

[Behnken]

I cut holes in the support arm to run all the wiring through the channel to hide it the best I could. The controls to lift the lights are mounted in the stand.

 

[Behnken]

 

[Waynerock]

Here are the plumbing pictures.

Love your set up it’s so clean! Who autographed your tank? Was that the maker?

 

[dragon99]

Very impressive work so far! That stand is beautiful.

 

[Behnken]

Love your set up it’s so clean! Who autographed your tank? Was that the maker?

Yeah, it was the tank builder. He signs and dates all his tanks.

 

[Waynerock]

Yeah, it was the tank builder. He signs and dates all his tanks.

Sweet touch. I like that they seem to take pride in there tanks

 

[BoSalman]

Coming along beautifully indeed!

Awesome work on the light hanger! Can't wait to see it fill up

 

[Behnken]

Coming along beautifully indeed!

Awesome work on the light hanger! Can't wait to see it fill up

Here it is with some water in it. It’s a little cloudy still...

 

[thewackyreefer]

Love the light mount/lift, can I commission you for one?

 

[Fin]

First class all the way. Following!

 

[jordan10]

OMG I think I am in love. Super dope man one day I hope to have the bank roll to found a build like that.

 

[Behnken]

Love the light mount/lift, can I commission you for one?

I would take you up on that if I could do the welding myself. I was planning on doing a detailed build thread for it and would certainly help you through the process.

 

[Albertan_Reef]

Definitely want to implement the lifting canopy on my new build!

 

[Behnken]

Definitely want to implement the lifting canopy on my new build!

You won’t regret it if you do.