Binayak's 164 gallons + 30 gallonsump

[baudhya]

Dear All,

Wanted to start my new reef tank.
Needed help with the dimensions first.

Should I go with 4 ( L) 3 (B) 2 (H) = 164 gallons

OR

6 ( L) 2 ( B ) 2 (H) = 164 gallons

I intend to keep anemones, soft corals and LPS.

Allow me to join the club.

 

[lalav02]

With the 4x3x2, it is actually closer to around 200g. The aquascaping possibilities are far greater with a wider tank. You could also light it with only 2 MH and maybe a retro t5 setup. Where as with the longer, narrower tank, you would need 3 MH to get good coverage. Etiher way there are great tanks of each size on this site.

 

[auem]

if reef is your sole priority,go for the former...
4x3x2 will give you better depth and more freedom to experiment with rock-structure...

 

[d3hree]

+1 on the above. IMO larger front to back depth is a great asset to have in a reef tank.

 

[baudhya]

Thanks all.
Ordered the glass for the cuboid.

I will have a 2" coral sand bed in the display with a DSB in the sump.
The stand would be steel and powder coated.

Lets start.
Request all to help me.
It will be completely DIY

Regards