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06/06/2012, 09:25 AM | #676 |
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Thanks! I got the other 150 PAR tests completed last night. The next few days I will compile the data and build up some graphs rather than 300 PAR readings on a spreadsheet
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Steve Am I really doing all of this for a fish tank?????? Current Tank Info: 360g Envision Acrylic Tank, Closed Loops, Vectra L1's, MP40QD's, 400w Radiums, Regal 300ext, Dastaco Ext3 CaRx, Controlled by GHL Profilux |
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06/07/2012, 05:29 PM | #681 |
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Great build Dustin! I have been following along with a lot of interest!
I am anxious to see how all the par readings come out.
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Gussets or no gussets!?!?!?!
I need to do some prep work on the stand before moving to the basement. That being said, I need to 1) determine if gussets are needed, 2) prep metal for paint, and 3) paint with several coats of hercu-liner.
Does everyone think I need gussets? If so, should they be the 2" square tube or just steel plates cut in triangles? Any recommendations on prepping the metal as it has surface rust from bad paint job after being set up....I'd prefer not to have to sandblast but looking for another good recommendation. Tanks stand. Can get better pics if needed and specifics on dimensions. Welds seem to be really good. Before I purchased tank was never set up and only has surface rust from sitting in garage. I did water test before handing over money on the tank and stand was very secure in my garage
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Just put live stock in it all ready
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just kidding.... cant wait to se it come together. Its been a long time in the making
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Come on David, give me a break! The original plan was just to get what I currently have up and running up. I have basement remodeling and some other "important" projects to complete before I can get tank in place. The plan was to buy DT summer of 2013 but this tank was too good of a deal!
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First off, great build so far. Your work looks very clean. This set up is going to be amazing. Secondly I would put the gussets in. This thing is going to be heavy and any side shift will put tremenous stress on the weld joints. Either tube or plates would work. I would think that plates would be easier and cheaper though. They would only be needed on the back and sides. As for cleaning it to prep for the paint I think a 4 inch angle grinder with a twisted wire wheel would make very short work of any old paint or rust. I know people tend to try rush you and tease you about not having this set up yet but you just keep doing what you are doing and you will do just fine.
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Thanks for the encouragement and glad to have you following along Ben. I try to plan everything accordingly as I'd like to have this tank up in our current house for quite some time (Plan to live here 10-15 years). Angle grinder wheel should do the cleanup work, I'm thinking I need to get a few hands locally to drop by soon so I can have some help moving the tank off the stand and to another temporary location!
David just likes to give me a push here and there to keep me motivated
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You can count on me for help if needed. All i need is a cold beer for encouragement!
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everything is looking good.
who built your DT? is that 3/4" acrylic? from the popular opinions in this steel stand thread, you could probably use some more anti-racking steel. 48" span without any is too long. FWIW, I dont know squat. Just what I pick up from the steel stand thread. http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...t=steel+stands
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As far as the stand, I'm asking about whether the span is too large too. When I originally picked up tank everyone said the stand was sufficient, but for the time I'd like to have this in place, I'd really like to not have to worry about a tank tear down because of me not building the stand well. Started this thread on DIY section on RC and in my local club. http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2178958
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06/09/2012, 08:45 PM | #695 |
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Ok, I've built two new 'models' of what I interpret as better support and prevention of collapsing. We aren't known for earthquakes in Indiana but I'd like to keep my marriage together with this tank build
Please share your opinions as I'm not thin skinned. Adding this much more metal with the verticals is going to add some descent weight but I also would rather be safe than sorry. (Steve, you worried about lifting this much weight) Original. Please take note of the 1.5" tubes stacked, spans between vertical support, and what I'm currently working with. 5" Gussets added in convenient locations for when I'm working under the tank. Amazing how fast you run out of room even when you have a "fish room". 2" square tube verticals added in addition to the gussets. I'm not an engineer, just not sure if a 4 foot span is too far and will sag too much to be comfortable. Something WILL give one day if it droops too much. This design just drastically cuts down on my access and makes it harder to build large sump(s).
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I am by no means a structural engineer, however, I don't think you need gussets especially if you are going to be adding the vertical and horizontal supports approximately 1'9" apart surrounding the stand.
It is amazing how access and space gets limited. Good luck! I am anxious to see this tank developed.
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Current four models I'm four models I'm considering. Gussets may be removed totally on the ones with lots of vertical support. Model #1: Model #2: Model #3: Model #4:
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have you thought having a local welder come by and take a look at it for you? You definitely want it to be strong enough but you want overkill either.
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Just made final modifications in Sketchup. Hopefully no one has any complaints about the design. I think this adds much needed strength and allows for good accessibility and can move large sump through the end of the stand. All red components are new pieces I've got to have laser cut.
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