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01/19/2018, 06:45 PM | #1 |
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6ft 240g Stand w/our Center Brace?
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I’m seeking your advice and opinions on the plausibility of building a stand for my new tank. My goal is to construct one without the need for a center brace or at least one that is not centered at 36”. I’ve got a beautiful Synergy Reef CL-44 sump that’s 44” long and i’d Like to be able to take it in and out from the front. The tank dimensions are 72” long x 24” wide x 31” tall. I’ve looked at numerous DIY plans with my favorite being the ones by the King of DIY. If I go with 2x8’s as the frame/supports do you think this type of build is possible. I greatly appreciate everyone’s input and opinion. I’ve attached the link to the build video from the King of DIY for reference if needed. https://youtu.be/wPMn0xXjZF4
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01/21/2018, 07:58 AM | #2 |
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IMHO, 2 x 6's is plenty. Doubled up 2x4's would probably be fine too. If it will make you sleep better, then use the 2x8's. 99.9% of stands built using dimensional lumber are overbuilt (assuming proper technique)
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01/21/2018, 09:34 AM | #4 |
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I built a stand for a 220g I had years ago and overbuilt it with 2x6s that didn't have a center brace. You will be fine
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01/21/2018, 10:48 AM | #5 |
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Why not error on the safe side and make a removable center brace
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1 piece that fits snug and another piece behind it that’s longer put screw in top and bottom remove screw and pop jut support
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01/22/2018, 06:36 PM | #8 | |
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01/22/2018, 07:24 PM | #9 |
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Going to build add a dry compartment for electronics
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01/22/2018, 09:40 PM | #10 |
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I’ve been researching the heck out of build threads to get ideas. ReeferGil on YouTube has a build series that is crazy good. I think I’m going to model my manifold setup after his. He used a separate cabinet for the electronics which I’m not able to do. I’m planning on utilizing the right end of the stand for the electronics as the outlet is right there. Then possibly having a side door that opens up giving access to all of the controllers set up neatly on a sheet of wood.
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01/23/2018, 09:31 AM | #11 |
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No brace in the front or the back. I used a template I got off of this forum under this section. You could search and find it pretty easily. I also built my stand at 46" high I believe it was so I wouldn't have to bend over constantly to look at the tank. I also built a "bar/walking ledge" on the front for easy access and a place to hold my beer. There is a picture under my profile you can see for reference.
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01/23/2018, 10:10 AM | #12 |
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My 6' 220 (24" x 30" x 72") I built a stand from 6" aluminum channel with no center brace. The 48" 75 gallon sump easily slips in from from the front. Now I just need some help moving it in the house.
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01/24/2018, 04:53 PM | #13 | |
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01/25/2018, 07:30 AM | #15 |
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Check out the "360 gallon build" thread in Large Tanks forum. He made a stand out of cinder blocks and dimensional lumber. No center support. You can tell by looking at it that he'll have no issues.
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01/25/2018, 08:36 AM | #16 |
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My point was less about material and welding and more about not needing a center brace. Tanks don't have to be supported in the middle. In fact if the middle brace it too tall, it will break the tank.
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01/25/2018, 08:46 AM | #17 |
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72"x24"x30"
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01/26/2018, 07:22 PM | #18 |
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Practically identical to what my new tank is, which is very reassuring. How long did you have your 240g up and running on that stand? I tried looking at your profile pic to get a reference but couldn’t find it. Maybe because I’m on my phone. Do you have any other photos you could share? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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01/26/2018, 09:25 PM | #19 |
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If U want the extra head room by using a 2 by 6 top frame instead of a 2 by 8, then u could always double up the 2 by 6 in the front & back if it makes u more comfortable.
U could also put a brace at each side of the door opening. So if u have a 72” stand & a 48” door opening, u would only have the 48” span without a brace. That way u can use a 2 by 6 top frame & not have to worry. I agree that most stands are overbuilt, but the one thing u have to be careful with is sizing the top frame correctly. |
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Here’s the stand so far. Still have to skin it and make it look pretty. No center brace as of now. Was your build design similar to mine? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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03/18/2018, 06:32 AM | #21 |
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Wow that is a tank of a stand. I would be a little concerned that the middle isn’t braced, but I would really worry about that amount of water if there was a failure. So I would add it but I am not an expert and it looks like it would be fine.
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