1000 Gallon Build- Here we go- Lots of Pictures
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Sorry, after going back thru your pics, I see that you have a lot of plumbing coming up thru the floor!
Here is the stand ready to go into the depression that will house the tank. As mentioned before, the tank area is depressed to control any leaks. We have a 3 inch depression making the finished height of the stand 36 inches.
Close up. The crew needs to flip the tank around so the plumbing fits in properly through the slats.
Close up. The crew needs to flip the tank around so the plumbing fits in properly through the slats.
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I like how you stenciled the area "FISH".
I noticed the venting you have on the canopy. Which direction is that flowing? Is it hooked up to exhaust fans or is it pumping conditioned air into the canopy?
If it is used for conditioned air into the canopy, you will want the ability to regulate how much flow it actually provides.
If it for exhaust (I hope), you might still want to consider either adding an air filter which will need to be replaced regularly or have easy access to the exhaust fan as it will need to be replaced eventually. I had a 250cfm exhaust fan in my fishroom with my 450 gallon tank in Las Vegas that I needed to replace every 18 months or so due to use and general nastiness that built up from exhausting somewhat humid air. They say that salt does not evaporate, but I can tell you that tools rusted quickly in my fishroom, the dust from the fan vent tasted salty when I got it in my mouth while cleaning and the fan itself rusted. I might have been able to avoid replacing the actual fan if I had a cheap air filter on the front end.
If it is used for conditioned air into the canopy, you will want the ability to regulate how much flow it actually provides.
If it for exhaust (I hope), you might still want to consider either adding an air filter which will need to be replaced regularly or have easy access to the exhaust fan as it will need to be replaced eventually. I had a 250cfm exhaust fan in my fishroom with my 450 gallon tank in Las Vegas that I needed to replace every 18 months or so due to use and general nastiness that built up from exhausting somewhat humid air. They say that salt does not evaporate, but I can tell you that tools rusted quickly in my fishroom, the dust from the fan vent tasted salty when I got it in my mouth while cleaning and the fan itself rusted. I might have been able to avoid replacing the actual fan if I had a cheap air filter on the front end.
On your stand, have you considered some angled pieces to add structural strength to avoid torsion problems? It probably isn't necessary, but I do everything overkill. It's much better to add it now than wish you had later.
My stand on my 450 did not have them when it delivered, but I had them added after I received it just in case.
My stand on my 450 did not have them when it delivered, but I had them added after I received it just in case.
I really love these kind of builds.
How do you plan to control the exhaust fans? Are they going to be simply switched, run off a thermostat, dehumidistat, timer or what?
I ran mine off a combination dehumisistat/thermastat so that it turned on whenever either exceeded some set point.
I would imagine you will get some natural heat exhausting just due to the size in that canopy and the location of the vents. Would it make sense to raise those vents to be at the highest point so that hot air did not get trapped in the top?
How do you plan to control the exhaust fans? Are they going to be simply switched, run off a thermostat, dehumidistat, timer or what?
I ran mine off a combination dehumisistat/thermastat so that it turned on whenever either exceeded some set point.
I would imagine you will get some natural heat exhausting just due to the size in that canopy and the location of the vents. Would it make sense to raise those vents to be at the highest point so that hot air did not get trapped in the top?
ryguylears
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Following along, as a contractor and a recent reefer, this build has been really cool to watch so far. Keep up the good work! You're giving me something to strive for in my next build.
IN OVER MY HEAD
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I couldn't imagine the idea that a 10 percent water change as a hundred gallons of water
We are planning on having an auto on/off based on the amount of humidity. No need to raise the vents- what you don't see is the "funnel" that will guide all the moisture up to the vents. Think kitchen hood- same concept.
See above- there will be a funnel that guides all moisture to the vents. Haven't finalized the exact material- happy to take suggestions.
Thank you very much.
Thank you. Im hoping everything works out as well.
Thank you! Appreciate the kind words.
Whats a water change?:wildone::wildone:
Forgot about this build... subscribing!
Can't want to see the progress
thank you!
At the very minimum, use greenboard with marine paint. Better option is to use green board and use the thin white, coated board. it almost feels like fiberglass and is used in many food prep areas. It is waterproof and easily wiped down, if needed.
If money is no object, call a stainless steel guy local to you and have him fashion a restaurant quality hood for you. I knew a guy in Las Vegas that did that. He was a reef guy and made all his own stuff.
If money is no object, call a stainless steel guy local to you and have him fashion a restaurant quality hood for you. I knew a guy in Las Vegas that did that. He was a reef guy and made all his own stuff.
