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Will 1/8th Inch Glass back Panel be study enough to hold Eshopps Overflow two bulk heads AND Lights

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Hey all! So I ended up buying a 5G FullView LifeGuards Aquarium without the built in the sump in the back as I was planning on going with the Eshopps S Overflow box. However, note the pictures attached, is 1/8th glass width enough to hold an eshopps Overflow, which mind you they are heavy, two return bulkheads AND a light all on the back panel? I know the golden rule is anything that can go wrong will go wrong, so would like the reefers honest opinions. Are am I better off going with 1/4" Acrylic tank?

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I wouldn’t trust all that attached to that thin glass wall.. you would most likely be ok with just the overflow as you can support the drain pipes to reduce stress on the tank but I would hang your light or use a goose neck attached to cabinet.
 
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I reached out to the manufacture, curious as to their thoughts... I should have checked the thickness prior to purchase, beginning to think it's not worth the risk.
 

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