Frame for lights

[nivram]

I've got to redo my canopy for a new MH reflector. I'm thinking of making a frame out of aluminum to mount the new reflector and other lights. Has anyone built something similar? Just looking for ideas.

Marvin

 

[julio martinez]

I'll call you during lunch or after work

 

[nivram]

Re: Frame for lights

I'll call you during lunch or after work

Alright.

 

[coralfragger101]

Yes I have. It wasn't for MH's in a hood - it was to make a frame to hang VHO's. It was extremely easy and easy on the pocket book as well. I used the metal framing that is normally used to make screen enclosures. Available at your local Dummy Depot.

 

[illal]

i built the frame for the canopy on my 125g out of 2x2 aluminum thats normally used for a screen enclosure than skinned it with plywood.... i only used it cause i had the metal laying around but why do you wanna use it? are you planning on skinning it?

 

[nivram]

I thought it would be easiest and allow me the most room for what I wanted. And allow me room to mount everything I wanted to install. I was going to use the aluminum stock. Not the thick screening frames. Lol

 

[illal]

i made the frame for my new canopy with 1x2 than skinned it with 1/4" oak ply.... not sure what aluminum stock is or how much it cost

 

[illal]

i made the frame for my new canopy with 1x2 than skinned it with 1/4" oak ply.... not sure what aluminum stock is or how much it cost

 

[nivram]

i made the frame for my new canopy with 1x2 than skinned it with 1/4" oak ply.... not sure what aluminum stock is or how much it cost

Can you send me some pics?

 

[bolo7735]

I am building my MH frame using EZTube like this member did.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=13477526#post13477526

 

[nivram]

Re: Frame for lights

I am building my MH frame using EZTube like this member did.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=13477526#post13477526

Have you found a local seller? I know in a similar build. The builder got all his materials off eBay.

 

[illal]

Can you send me some pics?

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1752609

 

[bolo7735]

Have you found a local seller? I know in a similar build. The builder got all his materials off eBay.

I am buying direct at EZTube.

 

[nivram]

Re: Frame for lights

Have you found a local seller? I know in a similar build. The builder got all his materials off eBay.

I am buying direct at EZTube.

Mind sharing what it goes for per foot.

 

[coralfragger101]

That EZ Tubing stuff looks sweet. Bet it costs an arm and leg though.

 

[nivram]

That EZ Tubing stuff looks sweet. Bet it costs an arm and leg though.

There is another version of it I found on ebay and its alot cheaper I still think I will go with aluminum angle stock from HD or Lowes and rivet or screw together.

If I had a larger tank i'd probably go with the EZtube or equivalent.

 

[illal]

what are you skinning it with?

 

[nivram]

what are you skinning it with?

Who said anything about skinning it? :spin2: LOL

I was thinking 1/4" ply or something similar. The EZ tube actually has the flange to mount plywood to it.

 

[illal]

whats the point of using aluminum for the frame if your still gonna skin it with wood?

 

[nivram]

I have access to some of the aluminum already. I could build it with rivets/screws, drill and a hacksaw versus relying on uneven HD cuts or bringing a table saw here and still having uneven cuts. My canopy is always open, so skinning it would not be a priority. I also want to set it up so I can easily slide a screen on for lights and to keep future fish from jumping.