having 48x48x24 acrylic tank built- need help with overflow placement!!

[deansreef]

I am having a 48x48x24 acrylic reef tank built. I was going to have the overflow put in the dead center but now am having second thoughts on that as it will block flow if I use certain pumps. Where would yall have the over flows ? Thanks Dean

 

[Crazy4salth2o]

I'd put it in the corner if the tanks going in a corner (I have a 93 like this). I'd center it if it's going in the center of a wall. If it's a walk around, then dead center.

 

[biecacka]

In the back center. Check out my build, I have that exact footprint and I too briefly considered center overflow but the logistics made me choose otherwise.

Corey

 

[downbeach]

Coast to coast along the top, feeding a herbie on the back.

 

[gveng]

It just depends where the tank will be. If it's going to be a 4 side viewable tank then a center overflow is a must.

 

[deansreef]

Can yall post pics with your suggestions All great so far. Thanks

 

[downbeach]

http://www.thereeftank.com/forums/f6/coast-to-coast-beans-overflow-154736.html

 

[biecacka]

My tank from the front....you can also check out my build thread on here. It's exactly he same footprint you are wanting.

Corey

 

[deansreef]

thanks for the pic.

 

[deansreef]

this decision is kiiling me... I think I will go with a coast to coast on the outside back wall.

 

[biecacka]

I wanted to go coast to coast. My only concern with an external C2C was how to support the overflow box and water weight. I thought it might need braced as well. But I would def go with one or the overflow on the back wall.

Corey

 

[deansreef]

Corey, thanks. I think the decision is made for a C2C on the ball wall. Ill post pics when I get some from builder ( if)

 

[biecacka]

Your welcome. Can't wait to see it!
Pop In my thread to see some Rockwork ideas. Also check out KMU's cube. It was sweet!!!

Corey

 

[Rensmif]

this decision is kiiling me... I think I will go with a coast to coast on the outside back wall.

I think that is a wise choice and your best move, depends on where you are going to place the tank. I flirted with a cube and really wanted an overflow in the center for all around viewing purposes. Looking forward to pictures of your build.

 

[deansreef]

went back to dead center overflow and am excited to see pics from builder!