Fluval Edge Tank?

lgnd95 · 10/28/2009, 12:13 PM

Has anyone have any feedback on the Fluval Edge tank? I'm thinking of setting one up in my office.

dsn112 · 10/28/2009, 01:34 PM

I have the tank and love it. It looks awesome and seems like its built well.

I did freshwater for a few main reasons:

1: The light sucks ***

2: When the tank is full, it is impossible to work in because it will overflow.

3: The allure of this tank is simplicity, and inorder to run a reef in it, it would need alot more flow and I chose to leave out the powerheads and extra equip Id need to run a reef in it.

I love it for freshwater though, really cool looking!

BigandUgly · 10/28/2009, 01:45 PM

I was looking at one in the LFS the other day. They had it set up with just a few fancy guppies and a little java moss attched to some small rocks. It is a really sharp looking tank.

My thoughts on the tank were exactly what dsn stated. The lights and flow would have to be upgraded for a reef, and the point of the all in one system is to keep things simple. Also, It would be a real pain in the butt to do any in tank maintenance.

It would be great for a freshwater tank or a very basic fish only saltwater tank.

ScarletReef · 10/29/2009, 03:18 PM

I read some reviews on this tank after seeing it in my LFS. VERY sharp looking tank. It does have over 3watts per gallon, but it seems to be mostly in the middle. That said, I have seen several set up with softies/really low maintenance LPS, and they looked really good. I would think both the flow and the light would be fine for that type of low maintenance corals. I am thinking I may have to pick up on of these myself, so post pics if you get one.

SAZAMA · 10/29/2009, 11:45 PM

I have one. I love it. GOOD LUCK.

fox2589 · 10/30/2009, 12:14 AM

sazama-nice nano!what are you using for lighting?-drew

kevantheman35 · 10/30/2009, 12:32 AM

how does it manage to not overflow?

SAZAMA · 10/30/2009, 07:53 AM

kevan you do know that the top is glass?it never overflowed not once. you dont put your hands in unless your doing a WC.(weekly) if you top off every day it will keep the bubbles down.I DIYed a LED kit it seems to work well. also use a koralia nano for much needed flow. GOOD LUCK

SAZAMA · 10/30/2009, 07:54 AM

thanks fox

keith342 · 11/12/2009, 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SAZAMA

--I DIYed a LED kit it seems to work well. also use a koralia nano for much needed flow.

Hi Sazama,
I couldn't help but notice you're in the Denver area too. I've been looking at getting a small tank and have seen the Fluval Edge setups and they are pretty cool. Where did you find a DIY LED kit? And are you using the Hagen filter that came with it?
How long has the tank been set up?
Keith

Limey1 · 11/18/2009, 12:49 PM

I was looking at one of these yesterday in the LFS.
Tempting!

Limey

forddna · 11/18/2009, 04:38 PM

If you guys go to the Planted Tank Forum (plantedtank.net or something), there's a pretty good thread going on this tank. There's some good info on modding the lights. I saw someone ask where to get the LED's...they cover that over there.

If it's okay to link it, I'm subscribed to that thread, so I can pull it up pretty easy...mods??

Limey1 · 11/18/2009, 06:03 PM

That would be helpful.

Limey

forddna · 11/18/2009, 08:21 PM

http://www.plantedtank.net/forums/pl...ge-thread.html

keith342 · 11/18/2009, 09:38 PM

Thanks Amanda.
I've been looking all over for ideas on upgrading the lights... before I get the tank. Now I just might! I peruse that forum too. Didn't ever think to look there too!

mdt178 · 11/21/2009, 11:37 AM

Picture of my Edge taken about a month ago.

reefboy1994 · 11/21/2009, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mdt178

Picture of my Edge taken about a month ago.

your tank is absolutely amazing!!! its so simple yet colorfull. what light are you running?

Johnny C · 11/22/2009, 02:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mdt178

Picture of my Edge taken about a month ago.

W

W... you MUST describe the lighting/build, in detail! Best looking Edge I've ever seen!

creefer01 · 11/22/2009, 06:08 AM

+1

I have one of these set up as FW.....nice little tank but the light does suck.

mdt178 · 11/22/2009, 01:09 PM

reefboy & Cali,
thanks for the kind words. More pictures and updates here:

http://www.cvreefers.org/showthread.php?t=13691

yourbedormine18 · 11/22/2009, 03:29 PM

nice and clean tank

Johnny C · 11/22/2009, 06:49 PM

Just read up on the tank, cool build! OT, but what kind of camera are you using?

Limey1 · 11/25/2009, 09:12 AM

MDT.. That tank looks awesome!!

Limey

SolidDetail808 · 11/25/2009, 11:08 AM

Makes me want to get one!

10/28/2009, 12:13 PM	#1
lgnd95 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: OC Posts: 308	Fluval Edge Tank? Has anyone have any feedback on the Fluval Edge tank? I'm thinking of setting one up in my office. __________________ Ken Current Tank Info: 40 gal reef

10/28/2009, 01:34 PM	#2
dsn112 Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: South Jersey Posts: 1,139	I have the tank and love it. It looks awesome and seems like its built well. I did freshwater for a few main reasons: 1: The light sucks *** 2: When the tank is full, it is impossible to work in because it will overflow. 3: The allure of this tank is simplicity, and inorder to run a reef in it, it would need alot more flow and I chose to leave out the powerheads and extra equip Id need to run a reef in it. I love it for freshwater though, really cool looking! __________________ I'm disturbed! I'm depressed! I'm inadequate! I got it all!! Current Tank Info: Fluval Edge w LED freshwater. Looking at doing a 20-40g long penninsula fowlr soon

10/30/2009, 12:14 AM	#6
fox2589 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 557	sazama-nice nano!what are you using for lighting?-drew __________________ Back in the game.and no its not the first time haha. Current Tank Info: 40 breeder,20 gallon sump,bubble magus nac 6,eheim 1250 return,175 halide on lumenarc mini.

10/30/2009, 12:32 AM	#7
kevantheman35 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Fort wayne, IN Posts: 823	how does it manage to not overflow? __________________ -Kevan Current Tank Info: 34g Mixed Reef Solana (2 years old). 12g jbj nanocube dx (retired at 2 years old)

10/30/2009, 07:54 AM	#9
SAZAMA Registered Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Northglenn ,Colorado Posts: 639	thanks fox __________________ I enjoy long walks, next to my reef tank...LOVE 303 Current Tank Info: water box

10/28/2009, 01:45 PM	#3
BigandUgly Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: East Irondequoit, NY Posts: 281	I was looking at one in the LFS the other day. They had it set up with just a few fancy guppies and a little java moss attched to some small rocks. It is a really sharp looking tank. My thoughts on the tank were exactly what dsn stated. The lights and flow would have to be upgraded for a reef, and the point of the all in one system is to keep things simple. Also, It would be a real pain in the butt to do any in tank maintenance. It would be great for a freshwater tank or a very basic fish only saltwater tank.

10/29/2009, 03:18 PM	#4
ScarletReef Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 227	I read some reviews on this tank after seeing it in my LFS. VERY sharp looking tank. It does have over 3watts per gallon, but it seems to be mostly in the middle. That said, I have seen several set up with softies/really low maintenance LPS, and they looked really good. I would think both the flow and the light would be fine for that type of low maintenance corals. I am thinking I may have to pick up on of these myself, so post pics if you get one.

11/18/2009, 12:49 PM	#11
Limey1 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NC Posts: 29	I was looking at one of these yesterday in the LFS. Tempting! Limey

11/18/2009, 04:38 PM	#12
forddna Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Crossville, TN (Tampa native) Posts: 5,143	If you guys go to the Planted Tank Forum (plantedtank.net or something), there's a pretty good thread going on this tank. There's some good info on modding the lights. I saw someone ask where to get the LED's...they cover that over there. If it's okay to link it, I'm subscribed to that thread, so I can pull it up pretty easy...mods?? __________________ ~Amanda~ Returning to the hobby after a 5+ year hiatus Current Tank Info: 93g Cube - Build in Progress

11/18/2009, 06:03 PM	#13
Limey1 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NC Posts: 29	That would be helpful. Limey

11/18/2009, 08:21 PM	#14
forddna Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Crossville, TN (Tampa native) Posts: 5,143	http://www.plantedtank.net/forums/pl...ge-thread.html __________________ ~Amanda~ Returning to the hobby after a 5+ year hiatus Current Tank Info: 93g Cube - Build in Progress

11/18/2009, 09:38 PM	#15
keith342 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 5	Thanks Thanks Amanda. I've been looking all over for ideas on upgrading the lights... before I get the tank. Now I just might! I peruse that forum too. Didn't ever think to look there too! __________________ 46 gallon FOWLR with softies and a Fluval Edge... Current Tank Info: slowly converting to softies

11/21/2009, 11:37 AM	#16
mdt178 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 655	Picture of my Edge taken about a month ago.

11/22/2009, 06:08 AM	#19
creefer01 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Brighton, MI Posts: 354	+1 I have one of these set up as FW.....nice little tank but the light does suck.

11/22/2009, 01:09 PM	#20
mdt178 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 655	reefboy & Cali, thanks for the kind words. More pictures and updates here: http://www.cvreefers.org/showthread.php?t=13691

11/22/2009, 03:29 PM	#21
yourbedormine18 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 53	nice and clean tank

11/22/2009, 06:49 PM	#22
Johnny C Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 4,140	Just read up on the tank, cool build! OT, but what kind of camera are you using? __________________ "...the sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonders forever" -Jacques Cousteau

11/25/2009, 09:12 AM	#23
Limey1 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NC Posts: 29	MDT.. That tank looks awesome!! Limey __________________ More Fun Now! www.royalreptilia.com

11/25/2009, 11:08 AM	#24
SolidDetail808 Unofficial #1 BJ Penn fan Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Vandenberg AFB, CA via Waipahu, HI Posts: 1,453	Makes me want to get one! __________________ Shaka Brah! -- \m/ -- BJ Penn vs Frankie Edgar, 10 April in Abu Dhabi -----------------------JUST SCRAP!---------------------- Current Tank Info: 12g Nano w/ 2 gallon sump- 8" RBTA- 2 Semi Picasso Clowns- Yasha Goby- Mandarin Goby- Zoa/paly dominated