Hexagon tanks for saltwater?

[Smokey84]

Hey everyone. Another new guy here from the world of freshwater. I've been reading and using the search function as much as I can but I've come across my first question that I can't seem to find an answer to.

Now I've read in the book I picked up that hexagon tanks are not preferred based on the characteristic of the tank (width vs. height) and is less then optimal.

The space I have to work with is limited and a hexagon tank would fit perfect but if it's going to create more problems than itââ"šÂ¬Ã¢"žÂ¢s worth Iââ"šÂ¬Ã¢"žÂ¢ll come up with another solution.

What do you all think about using a 60 gallon hexagon tank for a saltwater system? Will I run into problems down the line trying to find equipment to fit it?

Thank in advance for any help,
Chris

 

[Konadog]

Smokey84,
[welcome]

You will only be limited to what equipment will fit under the stand, unless you don't mind placing equipment outside of the stand if needed.

 

[sunfishh]

It should work fine. If a 5 gallon nano tank can be successful then a 60 gallon hexagon can be

 

[Smokey84]

Thanks Konadog!

So for a first time saltwater tanker, the shape of this tank won't cause problems? As the book states, "a higher ratio of surface area to volume allows for greater gas exchange at the air/water interface."

I can't imagine it making that much of a difference but that's why I'm asking the pros. I

 

[Konadog]

Everything does make a difference, but you learn to deal with these things, water changes, better skimmer, etc... I can see a great pillar for a hex tank that would look awesome!

 

[Swanwillow]

I have a hex, and love it!!!!

aquascaping... is interesting. thats about the only drawback. I'm going to be tearing into mine today (its started leaking-different reason than being a hex though) but, I can rearrange the rockwork when I'm done! thats the hardest part!

I don't have an under-tank setup though.. may do it, and its not TOO limiting. my 30 gallon, I can have a ten gallon aquarium under... a 60 you may have to get a tall 20 gallon for an under-tank refugium/sump.