dtum
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Why can't interior braces go all the way to the floor, won't they add additional support?
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Why can't interior braces go all the way to the floor, won't they add additional support?
dtum
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Ok, I follow that. So now the stand is weighing down on the internal post and this gets transferred straight to the floor, which is not good, because it's a small area, not a large area of the whole frame? Is this correct?
Now, having said that, the frame is still getting the weight of the tank since it is on the same level as the internal post, isn't it?
Redman88
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sure, but you would then have to worry that the floor is perfectly level so as not to allow one of the internal posts to transfer more weight.
Redman88
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we are not talking about the middle, unless you mean the ones inside the top and bottom frames
dtum
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Everyone, especially Redman... I think I now fully understand what everyone's been talking about and I appreciate your input and feedback. I've certainly learned something new.
Another question:
if I do the top frame out of 2x6, 72 x 26 footprint for a 180g tank would the centre post be required or not?
Another question:
if I do the top frame out of 2x6, 72 x 26 footprint for a 180g tank would the centre post be required or not?
dtum
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He lists 125-150 range as allowable. My tank is going wider, not higher and that adds extra 30 gallons. Wonder if that could make a difference.
Mostlydave
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Looks like it's more than strong enough to me
blackdrako3000
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If I build a stand to easily hold at least 5,250 lbs. for a 96x48x30 tank, correct me if I am wrong on any of the following:
Build bottom frame out of 2x6
Add L corner legs
Add bottom frame cross supports out of 2x4 flush with bottom
Add top frame out of 2x6
Add top frame cross supports out of 2x4 flush on top
Add vertical supports with 2" to spare on top and bottom
Add inner frame in bottom frame
Add 1/2" plywood in bottom for equipment
Add 1/2" plywood on top for tank
Would this work??? Not trying to jack the thread, just trying to understand the concepts.
Build bottom frame out of 2x6
Add L corner legs
Add bottom frame cross supports out of 2x4 flush with bottom
Add top frame out of 2x6
Add top frame cross supports out of 2x4 flush on top
Add vertical supports with 2" to spare on top and bottom
Add inner frame in bottom frame
Add 1/2" plywood in bottom for equipment
Add 1/2" plywood on top for tank
Would this work??? Not trying to jack the thread, just trying to understand the concepts.
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Redman88
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A Wooden Stand Journey (Planning and Building)
Well if you read RE's thread that I linked..... You can do 2x4 for the bottom frame. Not sure about the need for the internal frame that you are talking about. At 96 inches you might need to go to a 2x8 or add in center supports front and back. Only need ply wood on top if your tank is rimless or acrylic
Well if you read RE's thread that I linked..... You can do 2x4 for the bottom frame. Not sure about the need for the internal frame that you are talking about. At 96 inches you might need to go to a 2x8 or add in center supports front and back. Only need ply wood on top if your tank is rimless or acrylic
blackdrako3000
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The tank will be acrylic. I was thinking 2x6 on bottom for a "tray". The inner frame on the bottom would be to support the edges of the plywood. I was planning on at least 1 vertical support on each side and 4 for back and 3 or 4 for front. Should it still be 2x8?
