The Giesemann Spectra - combo T5/MH. You can check it out on the early pages of the thread.
225 gal walk-around starphire from Miracles
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The Giesemann Spectra - combo T5/MH. You can check it out on the early pages of the thread.
Only other addition to the set-up was adding a third dosing pump for the Mg.
I would like to get new overflow covers made for the tank. It seems that mine (1 of the 2) are not holding up too great with the heat from the MH's. I'm using black electrical tape to reinforce the seams, due to the glue drying out. The acrylic that I was able to find (online) maybe (?) isn't thick enough to withstand the heat, or possibly the glue used wasn't the best choice. I should probably hunt around some local glass supply places to see if they can fabricate a better alternative.
If anyone has experience with making overflow covers and know the exact type of glue used, please let me know.
I would like to get new overflow covers made for the tank. It seems that mine (1 of the 2) are not holding up too great with the heat from the MH's. I'm using black electrical tape to reinforce the seams, due to the glue drying out. The acrylic that I was able to find (online) maybe (?) isn't thick enough to withstand the heat, or possibly the glue used wasn't the best choice. I should probably hunt around some local glass supply places to see if they can fabricate a better alternative.
If anyone has experience with making overflow covers and know the exact type of glue used, please let me know.
polywise
OLD SCHOOL-ish
The glue that is used most likly is resin bond, which is primarily methylene chloride. You should use rubber gloves when working with it, as it soaks into yor skin.
You could always make a stand off "to shade" above your overflow to take the heat of the light instead of your overflow cover.
(Just a thought)
You could always make a stand off "to shade" above your overflow to take the heat of the light instead of your overflow cover.
(Just a thought)
polywise
OLD SCHOOL-ish
cool - I was concerned that you might get some sewer fumes back into your house.
Care to elaborate on this "stand off?"
It is totally sealed - haven't smelled anything.
polywise
OLD SCHOOL-ish
summer6,
sorry, I missed your comment about the stand off.
How about this attached sketch? (how do you post larger pictures?)
If you don't like the shade, I could help you out, since I own CNC machines, I could just take a solid thicker piece of acrylic, and machine out the bottom, enough for you to just mount it on top of the overflow, eliminating your current cap.
(It will be one piece) You would just have to pay for the black acrylic material (not expensive), and I will have one of my guys machine it.
LMK
sorry, I missed your comment about the stand off.
How about this attached sketch? (how do you post larger pictures?)
If you don't like the shade, I could help you out, since I own CNC machines, I could just take a solid thicker piece of acrylic, and machine out the bottom, enough for you to just mount it on top of the overflow, eliminating your current cap.
(It will be one piece) You would just have to pay for the black acrylic material (not expensive), and I will have one of my guys machine it.
LMK
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Great thread! I had initially seen your tank over on the Ocean Motions forum and I am looking to setup something almost identical to what you have. I am planning for a room divider tank with either 3 or 4 sides viewable. 3 sides viewable will give me a short side to hide wiring and such.
Do you find that the 2 4-way OMs give plenty of flow? I was planning for 1 4-way running off a Dart pump or something similar.
Thanks for all of the updates. You have a wonderful setup.
Do you find that the 2 4-way OMs give plenty of flow? I was planning for 1 4-way running off a Dart pump or something similar.
Thanks for all of the updates. You have a wonderful setup.
krjackso
New member
Think you probably realize this by now, but thought I would share. Your home and tank are beautiful. Very elegant! I love rimless. Lady friend doesn't. Gonna have to show her this one to make her reconsider. But very clean. Love it. Also, I think the thing I am most envious of is your sump room! So much room. Well planned my dear. Congrats.
If you're going with island overflows, more flow is best.
With this 72" x 30" footprint one 4-way is stationed around each overflow.
Now that the tank's been up for 2 yrs. I wish I had moved one of the return pipes over, or better yet - added a third return. It would have helped considerably with moving detris in a circle pattern and up to the overflows.
Actually, I'm going to need to adjust the ports on the two sets of 4-ways in my tank, because I've noticed too much algae has started growing on the sand. It's partly due to the spring weather - heat increase, getting too crazy with the feedings (knocking that down) BUT also less flow on the bottom of the tank.
I can see why people go bare bottom with tanks - it's much easier to get the detris suspended - without the sand swirling!
Thank you so much for offering this. I need to look your drawing over, but will pm you when i get the chance - :fish1:
Hi summer6,
Just wanted to say thanks for sharing your lovely home and reef...Beautiful job all around. I think it is very polite/thoughtful of you to have answered each and every comment/reply. I have noticed this with the large build forums on this site...
BTW, do you have a picture of the tank on a sunny day w/o the lights? Don't you have a great big skylight that would hit the tank? I thought I saw that in an ealier picture on page 1 I think...
I am currently building a rimless 4 sided starphire glass 72x36x20 (lxdxh) and was curious about any decisions you would have done over, if you had the chance. I am using CTC in NJ.
My goals are different, so no drilling the tank for me, but just in general for placement/orientation especially. Are you happy with the steel stand and adjustment legs? Would you go for a different finish/color/style or look for the stand/cabinet? Would you have changed any of the dimensions? Would you have gone totally eurobraced? Do fish jump out at all?
Sorry, not sure what to ask exactly...
I have a small apt, but will orient so my tank can be viewed/walked around, but nothing at all like your magnificent setup.
Again, what a beautiful home and setup and best of luck with it...
Gerry.
Here is my 'build thread' with a pic of the tank under construction..
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=18889538#post18889538
Just wanted to say thanks for sharing your lovely home and reef...Beautiful job all around. I think it is very polite/thoughtful of you to have answered each and every comment/reply. I have noticed this with the large build forums on this site...
BTW, do you have a picture of the tank on a sunny day w/o the lights? Don't you have a great big skylight that would hit the tank? I thought I saw that in an ealier picture on page 1 I think...
I am currently building a rimless 4 sided starphire glass 72x36x20 (lxdxh) and was curious about any decisions you would have done over, if you had the chance. I am using CTC in NJ.
My goals are different, so no drilling the tank for me, but just in general for placement/orientation especially. Are you happy with the steel stand and adjustment legs? Would you go for a different finish/color/style or look for the stand/cabinet? Would you have changed any of the dimensions? Would you have gone totally eurobraced? Do fish jump out at all?
Sorry, not sure what to ask exactly...
I have a small apt, but will orient so my tank can be viewed/walked around, but nothing at all like your magnificent setup.
Again, what a beautiful home and setup and best of luck with it...
Gerry.
Here is my 'build thread' with a pic of the tank under construction..
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=18889538#post18889538
Hi and thanks for reading and commenting on my tank.
The tank does get its share of natural sunlight. No skylights in the room(s). Depending upon the time of year, the sun will stream across the front panel (coming from the front door and second story windows) for a couple of hours on a sunny day. There's also a fair amount of light coming from the backside of the house due to the number of windows - but it's not concentrated. I don't find it a big problem, but need to keep up with the 4 panels every other day to keep the tank looking good.
This photo shows the sunlight coming through without any lights on the tank. The sun hasn't crept-up to the tank just yet.
Natural sunlight from the opposite side.
As far as the stand goes....I am very pleased with the steel stand and leveling feet. When we installed the tank, the leveling feet were adjusted just a bit, and there's no discernable "tilt" to the tank.
I am really happy going with the painted maple cabinet, as it blends well with the house.
For this size tank i felt better having the corner braces (euro) for added security. I'm glad it's not eurobraced all around because it would make it tougher for me to work inside the tank. In the 2 1/2 yrs have lost 2 fish to jumping - and will con't to do my best to choose fish not known for jumping.
I am sure you will be very happy with the size of your tank - i find this size something that I can keep up with, and still have enough room for the livestock to grow.
Best of luck with your new set-up - a planted fw tank will look spectacular with what you've planned.
padova335i
Member
I have a screen on the top of mine,, it just rests on top.. easy on easy off, im paranoid of jumpers... just an idea in case u change your mind,, It does not look bad at all, and comes right off
jwilliams860
Member
+1 to an update, forgot I was subscribed
Hello. Wow, just happened to see my old thread resurrected.
Well, my tank is no longer running. I sold my livestock and tank this past winter. After 14+ years in saltwater, it was time to move on. Really a shame considering all the time and planning going into this particular set up. Combination of buying a shore house (spending a lot of time there) and my overall disappointment in the flow of this tank.
The walk-around design is a challenge due to the island overflows, and perhaps secondly the overall light in the room. Add the issue of "no wires" showing, and it's tough. I had 2 sets of 4-ways, but never was as satisfied with the flow compared to my old 7' long traditional wall tank.
thanks for the interest, and good luck with your set-ups. :fish1:
Well, my tank is no longer running. I sold my livestock and tank this past winter. After 14+ years in saltwater, it was time to move on. Really a shame considering all the time and planning going into this particular set up. Combination of buying a shore house (spending a lot of time there) and my overall disappointment in the flow of this tank.
The walk-around design is a challenge due to the island overflows, and perhaps secondly the overall light in the room. Add the issue of "no wires" showing, and it's tough. I had 2 sets of 4-ways, but never was as satisfied with the flow compared to my old 7' long traditional wall tank.
thanks for the interest, and good luck with your set-ups. :fish1:
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