The Peninsula Tank Discussion Thread – A Resource – Maybe!

[Pickwun]

So....... to shelve across the whole peninsula or to island, that is the question. Getting ready to set up a 300 gallon peninsula and am having a hard time deciding.

Peninsula Shelve:

or Island:

The FedEx copy shop can print those pix lifesize for you then you can just stick them up where the tank goes to see which one you like. Compared to the cost of the tank the two posters would be a bargain.

 

[Pickwun]

lighting: harder to get that clean look for sure. for the larger peninsula I hope to make a floating canopy to hide the wires.

more glass to clean. you gotts keep that glass clean or it not gonna look good.

aquascape I think you really need to play around with this to get it right. \

placement ,you gottta have a place for a peninsula tank. they dont go everywhrere

Clean look: go old school with a rimmed tank. Perfect place to hide wires. It also gives a great false peace of mind about seams failing.
Glass: there are always 3 sides to clean, peninsula means you're not up against a wall to clean two of them.
Aquascape: not any easier with a one-sider if you're doing it right.
Placement: true for every size and orientation.

 

[Ben Pedersen]

The FedEx copy shop can print those pix lifesize for you then you can just stick them up where the tank goes to see which one you like. Compared to the cost of the tank the two posters would be a bargain.

The look is only one aspect. . I also wonder about flow and detrus buld up.

 

[dbl]

The look is only one aspect. . I also wonder about flow and detrus buld up.

This is a very good point. But I think a P-Tank isn't any different than a traditional tank in that things will change in time. Regardless of the type of tank, flow and detritus build up can be impacted in time by the coral species we end up with, placement of said corals, and ultimately (or shall I say hopefully) the growth of those corals. Bottom line, I think we all have to be prepared to "change" things up eventually, at least to some level.

 

[Ben Pedersen]

This is a very good point. But I think a P-Tank isn't any different than a traditional tank in that things will change in time. Regardless of the type of tank, flow and detritus build up can be impacted in time by the coral species we end up with, placement of said corals, and ultimately (or shall I say hopefully) the growth of those corals. Bottom line, I think we all have to be prepared to "change" things up eventually, at least to some level.

Very true, regardless of initial design, factors will change over time impacting all of the above. However, I think a shelve with an open bottom may be beneficial from a detritus and water flow prospective because the lack of obstruction. An island pattern will always cause detritus to become trapped in between the islands.

But maybe it is better to have those spots to support fauna that does not want as much flow.

 

[Pickwun]

The look is only one aspect. . I also wonder about flow and detrus buld up.

In that case bare bottom with the rocks on 1" legs. Cool illusion, no buildup.

 

[Devaji]

In that case bare bottom with the rocks on 1" legs. Cool illusion, no buildup.

I was thinking about that very thought yesterday. but I am going sand LPS dom. but if one is going high flow SPS then I think that could but great.

 

[WDKegge]

Here's my 150g CDA tank. It replaced my older elos 120. Peninsula tanks are amazing, it definitely takes some pre planning to make it work in a room. Most places have a spot you can shove a tank against a wall, but it's tricky finding somewhere to have a tank stick out from.

Absolutely worth it tho, it's like having 3 tanks.

The tank is 48x30x24

This might be my favorite view. At 30x24 this pane of glass has more viewing area than most of the tanks I have ever owned and it's awesome just to look down the whole length of the tank.

 

[dragon99]

Good job on the scape, viewing from the end vs side really changes the appearance. A great example of why a peninsula is so cool.

 

[Mar344]

Here's my 150g CDA tank. It replaced my older elos 120. Peninsula tanks are amazing, it definitely takes some pre planning to make it work in a room. Most places have a spot you can shove a tank against a wall, but it's tricky finding somewhere to have a tank stick out from.

Absolutely worth it tho, it's like having 3 tanks.

The tank is 48x30x24

This might be my favorite view. At 30x24 this pane of glass has more viewing area than most of the tanks I have ever owned and it's awesome just to look down the whole length of the tank.

I'm planning a 72"x30x"24" peninsula. I absolutely love your tank. What fixture are you using?

 

[gofor100]

This is AWESOME!!! Right in time for my new peninsula build. Going with a 52"L x 36"W x 26"T tank (almost cube-like). I really wanted to take advantage of the 3 viewing panels, and with the shortest viewing panel being 36", I'm excited to see what this looks like.

My biggest concern is the flow, as I do plan to have quite a bit of SPS, and will TRY to keep all of powerheads on the back wall of the tank. Nonetheless, here is my plan to address the flow:

1) Aquascape will be somewhat of a bonsai-style-ish with two main islands (maybe one or two other small islands to add some dimensions given the 36" width of the tank). to have the majority of SPS near the back wall is (where the flow will be highest), then probably maintain any SPS on the 2nd island (furthest away from the back wall) on top of the island (where I think I can still get some good flow). Then, a majority of the corals that will be view-able on the far end will be LPL and some softies that won't need as much flow. This way, I'll have the colorful "flow-ey" corals on the 36" viewing panel, and the side viewing panels will be majority SPS (as many have already said, THREE TANKS IN ONE!).

2) Powerheads: I plan to have 4 MP40's on the back wall initially (two in the lower 1/3 of the tank, and 2 in the upper 2/3 of the tank), but then will likely have to add a Tunze or two (or some other powerhead that can be attached to the overflow) shooting water over the top of the islands to the other side of the tank.

We'll see how this works and I'll start posting pictures when this thing actually comes to fruition... the tank has been ordered, and now I'm just accumulating equipment and planning while I wait.

Question: what would be the best powerhead to attach to the overflow, and are there any issues with the Tunze (the powerhead that I'm initially thinking of using) magnet being submersed in the overflow water, or is it sealed just like the wetside of the magnet is?

Thanks everyone! Your tanks are an inspiration!

Chad

 

[dbl]

This is AWESOME!!! Right in time for my new peninsula build. Going with a 52"L x 36"W x 26"T tank (almost cube-like). I really wanted to take advantage of the 3 viewing panels, and with the shortest viewing panel being 36", I'm excited to see what this looks like.

My biggest concern is the flow, as I do plan to have quite a bit of SPS, and will TRY to keep all of powerheads on the back wall of the tank. Nonetheless, here is my plan to address the flow:

1) Aquascape will be somewhat of a bonsai-style-ish with two main islands (maybe one or two other small islands to add some dimensions given the 36" width of the tank). to have the majority of SPS near the back wall is (where the flow will be highest), then probably maintain any SPS on the 2nd island (furthest away from the back wall) on top of the island (where I think I can still get some good flow). Then, a majority of the corals that will be view-able on the far end will be LPL and some softies that won't need as much flow. This way, I'll have the colorful "flow-ey" corals on the 36" viewing panel, and the side viewing panels will be majority SPS (as many have already said, THREE TANKS IN ONE!).

2) Powerheads: I plan to have 4 MP40's on the back wall initially (two in the lower 1/3 of the tank, and 2 in the upper 2/3 of the tank), but then will likely have to add a Tunze or two (or some other powerhead that can be attached to the overflow) shooting water over the top of the islands to the other side of the tank.

We'll see how this works and I'll start posting pictures when this thing actually comes to fruition... the tank has been ordered, and now I'm just accumulating equipment and planning while I wait.

Question: what would be the best powerhead to attach to the overflow, and are there any issues with the Tunze (the powerhead that I'm initially thinking of using) magnet being submersed in the overflow water, or is it sealed just like the wetside of the magnet is?

Thanks everyone! Your tanks are an inspiration!

Chad

Sounds awesome...make sure to start a build thread so we can follow along.

The only experience I have with a "powerhead" in the overflow is the Maxspect Gyre. Have it submerged for years without issue.

 

[Devaji]

This is AWESOME!!! Right in time for my new peninsula build. Going with a 52"L x 36"W x 26"T tank (almost cube-like). I really wanted to take advantage of the 3 viewing panels, and with the shortest viewing panel being 36", I'm excited to see what this looks like.

My biggest concern is the flow, as I do plan to have quite a bit of SPS, and will TRY to keep all of powerheads on the back wall of the tank. Nonetheless, here is my plan to address the flow:

1) Aquascape will be somewhat of a bonsai-style-ish with two main islands (maybe one or two other small islands to add some dimensions given the 36" width of the tank). to have the majority of SPS near the back wall is (where the flow will be highest), then probably maintain any SPS on the 2nd island (furthest away from the back wall) on top of the island (where I think I can still get some good flow). Then, a majority of the corals that will be view-able on the far end will be LPL and some softies that won't need as much flow. This way, I'll have the colorful "flow-ey" corals on the 36" viewing panel, and the side viewing panels will be majority SPS (as many have already said, THREE TANKS IN ONE!).

2) Powerheads: I plan to have 4 MP40's on the back wall initially (two in the lower 1/3 of the tank, and 2 in the upper 2/3 of the tank), but then will likely have to add a Tunze or two (or some other powerhead that can be attached to the overflow) shooting water over the top of the islands to the other side of the tank.

We'll see how this works and I'll start posting pictures when this thing actually comes to fruition... the tank has been ordered, and now I'm just accumulating equipment and planning while I wait.

Question: what would be the best powerhead to attach to the overflow, and are there any issues with the Tunze (the powerhead that I'm initially thinking of using) magnet being submersed in the overflow water, or is it sealed just like the wetside of the magnet is?

Thanks everyone! Your tanks are an inspiration!

Chad

for my overflow on my RS650P if I need it i was gonna use the reef breeders RMP pumps.
maybe get 5 of those - 2 on each side of the over flow and 1 on it. instead of a cpl MP40s? there pretty slim and I think they would look good.

 

[Ruben Sacramento]

This is my custom peninsula tank. It's 100cm x 87cm and has a height of 60cm.
I love as it was designed and built taking into account where it is currently placed. A niche between my TV and a corner of the living room.

This is my view from the sofa.

 

[Rusticman]

Hi y’all. I am planning a peninsula tank and finding all the info and tank pics very helpful. I was looking at the RS650P Deluxe and Waterbox P6025 +plus HD. It looks like WB for the win. I’ve picked out the location. I plan to start the mixing station first which will be located outside the wall. Will consist of 2-65 gals. containers house in a outdoor storage bin/shed. This should make the auto water change and top off a breeze.

 

[dragon99]

Hi y’all. I am planning a peninsula tank and finding all the info and tank pics very helpful. I was looking at the RS650P Deluxe and Waterbox P6025 +plus HD. It looks like WB for the win. I’ve picked out the location. I plan to start the mixing station first which will be located outside the wall. Will consist of 2-65 gals. containers house in a outdoor storage bin/shed. This should make the auto water change and top off a breeze.

I love my WB peninsula, but you better check with them about the stand. I think the 6025 only opens on the side that faces your couch for one of the compartments. On my 7026 the ato would be inaccessible with your placement.

 

[JoshH]

Hi y’all. I am planning a peninsula tank and finding all the info and tank pics very helpful. I was looking at the RS650P Deluxe and Waterbox P6025 +plus HD. It looks like WB for the win. I’ve picked out the location. I plan to start the mixing station first which will be located outside the wall. Will consist of 2-65 gals. containers house in a outdoor storage bin/shed. This should make the auto water change and top off a breeze.

Oh come on look at that couch it screams custom tank!!

 

[Rusticman]

I love my WB peninsula, but you better check with them about the stand. I think the 6025 only opens on the side that faces your couch for one of the compartments. On my 7026 the ato would be inaccessible with your placement.

Oh, I thought it opens from both sides with one door not accessible. Thanks, I will check.

 

[PicassoClown04]

I definitely have a peninsula! 20 gallon IM tank. Currently livestock is only CUC, fire shrimp, sexy shrimp, and a pair of super baby clowns (1 inch) the larger one is a Picasso and the smaller is an extreme snowflake. Ton of corals, I’ll post a list and my feeding regime and light schedule if y’all want. Looking for good fish additions? Preferably not jumpers cause I really like the rimless look. Thanks for looking!

 

[Rusticman]

Oh come on look at that couch it screams custom tank!!

Problem solved and wife’s happy too.