Tank suggestions

[4kidsandapug]

Hey all. I think I’m about ready to dip my toes into seahorses. I’m thinking of rearing 2 pairs (not sure of the breed yet).

I’m looking for tank suggestions. I was leaning towards an AIO or possible a rectangular tank with an AIO insert. I will add a sump for volume so not sure if this limits my choices for tanks. From what I’ve searched, AIOs are height limited so maybe they’re out. Just talking out loud.

 

[Doctorgori]

Pet smart had a rimless bow front & stand for $120 ish,
other than that I like the dimensions of my 60 but don’t like the black rim…
2ndly, I’ve been wondering if the height requirements for seahorses are slightly overstated … just one sample opinion

 

[4kidsandapug]

Pet smart had a rimless bow front & stand for $120 ish,
other than that I like the dimensions of my 60 but don’t like the black rim…
2ndly, I’ve been wondering if the height requirements for seahorses are slightly overstated … just one sample opinion

I will check out pet smart, thanks. What brand is your 60?

Of all the reading I've done, I think I'm leaning towards your opinion as well. Also, the gallons per pair 'recommendations' as well might be overstated.

 

[Doctorgori]

I got a standard Aqueon 60g, it houses a mixed pair, but it had 4 adults all 6 -7” long, no kidding.
I’m hardly a expert but 30g a pair is close to true, but of course you can get more per gallon is a larger systembwith all the bells and whistles: skimmer, reactors, et
My 150g grew out 15 adults all full size 6-7”

 

[Devaji]

Hi,
I have thought about this very topic for many years . here is my list. all depends on what you want low iorn glass, PnP system, tank and stand only....

once again i am thinking of a SH tank so i'll pass on my list.
in no particular order:


~Fiji cube 81 ext. overflow. 36x24x23ish wood cabinet and sump. $2k or $1,600 tank and stand only.

~proclear/prostar 90 (76) gal 36x20x22 alum. stand and sump. only 1 drain pipe. $1,424 shipped .



~Red sea 300XL 36 x 22.6 x 22 (65 gal DT 80 gal total ) tank sump and stand in white.
$1,844 shipped

~RS 200XL 24”22.6x21 (53 gal) tank stand and sump
$1,344


~ WB 3620 CLEAR 36x20x17.7 tank and stand $998 + overflow $140 and DIY sump $1158

~WB CLEAR 3620 peninsula 36x20x17.7 tank& stand $1,148 + overflow and sump

~WB 3620 peninsula 36x20x21 tank stand and sump $1999

~waterbox marine X 90.3- 35.4”×19.7"×21.7" tank sump and wood stand. $1,700 shipped.

~WB marine X 60.2- 23.6”×19.7"×19.7" tank stand and sump $1200

~SCA 80 34x24x24 pnp sytem w/ skimmer sump Rt pump and stand. $1740

~SCA 90 36x24x24 Pnp as above 2K

~ Im 75 gal ext tank/stand only 35.4" x 23.6" x 19.7”
$1500


above are all nice rimless tanks

if you are looking for more budget friendly
40br DT with 40BR sump 60-65 water volume 200-300 depending on the stand you build

 

[4kidsandapug]

Hi,
I have thought about this very topic for many years . here is my list. all depends on what you want low iorn glass, PnP system, tank and stand only....

once again i am thinking of a SH tank so i'll pass on my list.
in no particular order:


~Fiji cube 81 ext. overflow. 36x24x23ish wood cabinet and sump. $2k or $1,600 tank and stand only.

~proclear/prostar 90 (76) gal 36x20x22 alum. stand and sump. only 1 drain pipe. $1,424 shipped .



~Red sea 300XL 36 x 22.6 x 22 (65 gal DT 80 gal total ) tank sump and stand in white.
$1,844 shipped

~RS 200XL 24”22.6x21 (53 gal) tank stand and sump
$1,344


~ WB 3620 CLEAR 36x20x17.7 tank and stand $998 + overflow $140 and DIY sump $1158

~WB CLEAR 3620 peninsula 36x20x17.7 tank& stand $1,148 + overflow and sump

~WB 3620 peninsula 36x20x21 tank stand and sump $1999

~waterbox marine X 90.3- 35.4”×19.7"×21.7" tank sump and wood stand. $1,700 shipped.

~WB marine X 60.2- 23.6”×19.7"×19.7" tank stand and sump $1200

~SCA 80 34x24x24 pnp sytem w/ skimmer sump Rt pump and stand. $1740

~SCA 90 36x24x24 Pnp as above 2K

~ Im 75 gal ext tank/stand only 35.4" x 23.6" x 19.7”
$1500


above are all nice rimless tanks

if you are looking for more budget friendly
40br DT with 40BR sump 60-65 water volume 200-300 depending on the stand you build

Very nice write up. I appreciate the thought and insight. I had originally looked at WB but not willing to dish out the cash. I'm beginning to lean more towards an IM AIO minus a stand with a 40gBR sump, a baffle kit, and a black box light for the sump. I can't get myself to mentally agree on anything for whatever reason (although my wife gives me the eyeball whenever I start planning).

 

[Devaji]

Very nice write up. I appreciate the thought and insight. I had originally looked at WB but not willing to dish out the cash. I'm beginning to lean more towards an IM AIO minus a stand with a 40gBR sump, a baffle kit, and a black box light for the sump. I can't get myself to mentally agree on anything for whatever reason (although my wife gives me the eyeball whenever I start planning).

I know that feeling and look quite well.
yeah I cant decide between a SH tank and a nice planted FW tank for my 2nd tank.

40br make very nice sumps and DT too.

I had the SCA 90 cube a few years ago it was nice heavy as heck 12mm glass only think I did not like about it was the huge overflow box. I just got the tank and did a DIY stand and a 40br sump.
I see used ones pop up from time to time.

I am sure you have but look at used tank market sometimes there are some great deals. some not too.

if you have a petco/pet smart go and BS with them they might be able to get you a good deal and if not at least you can see 1st hand the different tanks to get an idea what works for you.

good luck! do a build thread when you get it going. i'll fallow along.

 

[4kidsandapug]

I know that feeling and look quite well.
yeah I cant decide between a SH tank and a nice planted FW tank for my 2nd tank.

40br make very nice sumps and DT too.

I had the SCA 90 cube a few years ago it was nice heavy as heck 12mm glass only think I did not like about it was the huge overflow box. I just got the tank and did a DIY stand and a 40br sump.
I see used ones pop up from time to time.

I am sure you have but look at used tank market sometimes there are some great deals. some not too.

if you have a petco/pet smart go and BS with them they might be able to get you a good deal and if not at least you can see 1st hand the different tanks to get an idea what works for you.

good luck! do a build thread when you get it going. i'll fallow along.

I have the SCA 90 currently. I really need to update to my current build thread.

If I'd do it all over again, it's too deep for my current liking... I think an 18-20" deep is what I should've went with. I need something with a smaller footprint and the used tank market in my 'willing to drive' zone is nonexistant.

 

[Devaji]

the SCA 90 would make a great Sh tank imho.
but maybe you can find someone to trade for a 2' cube tank like the WB 60.2 or the RS xl 200 or the like. I am still on the fence if I like cubeish tank or not. I think for a SH tank it would be OK but not for a reef. I know I know there are lots of amazing cubed reefs out there but I like the look of a 40br better that a popper cube.

I heard of ppl doing sh in an AIO. like bio cubes and what not but I think the filtration would be a pain. IDK I was looking at the WB 50.3 aio but decided i would rather have a sump.

 

[SteveMM62Reef]

The best set up I saw was a tall tank with a super deep mixed media sand bed, live and growing turtle grass, and another kind of grass. ** The Sand bed, had an under gravel filter, with a small single reverse flow power head. He used to dose a plant fertilizer for Freshwater Aquariums. Had an abundance of pods. Also there was a small HOB Filter, with a skimmer in it.

**Kind of wonder if he pulled up some of the Sea Grass, U of M developed. Highly illegal now to do that!