New Custom Tank

[Scuba212]

Hey Guys

Well i said on my introduction that basicaly im going to be building a In Wall Aquarium between my dining room and my Kitchen

Well today the aquarium arrived. My Dealer is keeping the rest of the equitment down the shop with him untill i get that tank fitted and ready to get running

Anyway heres Some Pics

This is the veiw that will be through the Aquarium Kitchen to Lounge / Dinner

This is were i will be housing the sump etc. I Havnt finished working on it yet but its been finished the same as my cupboard in the kitchen so will just look like a normal peice of the kitchen

This is the veiw through the Aquarium to looking into the kitchen from the dinning room / lounge.

Heres the picture of the aquarium itself. Its a complete custom build to fit in the hole. The Dimensions are 1290mm (L) x 900mm (H) x 510mm (D)

This is just a comparison photo between my old tank and my new one lol. Its a big jump but hey

So yer il get some more photos up now when i get it in the wall.. Hopefully This Week

 

[Scuba212]

Just a quick question that i forgot to ask.

Ive Ordered 2x AquaRay AquaBeam 1000 HD Ultra Lighting Tile And a controller for them and was wondering if anyones got any feedback on these. Ive heared that they are good strong lights but as this is my first marine tank just wanna be sure these are sufficiant for what im trying to do.

 

[Rennsport]

Really cool spot for a tank! Cannot wait to see it completed!

 

[Bax]

That's a tall tank, but it will look very nice. Hope you have long arms! Where abouts in the world are you?

 

[Scuba212]

Yer ino that was somthing i noticed lol. Yer fingers crossed it will come out nice. Got a picture in my mind just hope it turns out the way i want it to.

Umm south west wales, UK yourself ?

 

[Bax]

Umm south west wales, UK yourself ?

Beautiful, and currently very chilly, northern New Jersey, North America.

It helps to know where you are so we know what brands of equipment might be available to you. I am not familiar with the light fixture you mentioned above.

 

[Scuba212]

ahh yes its really cold here atm. And well i hate the cold lol

Umm heres the Link to the manufacture website:
http://www.tmc-ltd.co.uk/aquarium/aquabeam-1000.asp
These are the 2x Lights ive ordered

http://www.tmc-ltd.co.uk/aquarium/aquaray-controller.asp
This is the controll unit

Umm when u say about the aquarium being tall this isnt really a big issue is it ?

 

[TheCoralReef731]

Nice tank! How many liters/gallons is it?

 

[Scuba212]

Hey TheCoralReef731

Umm the tank will be 600 liters which is 159 US Gallons.

 

[Bax]

Nice looking LEDs.

The depth is not necessarily a problem, but once in place, you want to know you can access all areas of the tank for maintenance and such. When doing your aquascape, cleaning a sand bed or just placing corals, you want o plan for your requirments to reach the bottom. You're top bracing does not look too restrictive and the light fixtures look like they will be easily managed so no big deal. I like the look of a tall tank myself.

 

[Scuba212]

I shouldnt have much of a problem accesing the tank. It will be a stretch but should be ok.
Yer i wasnt to sure with the hole lighting thing. I liked the thought of the LCDs because they didnt take up much room and all which suited me because of the access.


I think with the aquascape im guna build 2 islands running up the side of the tank to make the most of the tank?. maybe and have a Wide V of open clear space in the middle.

 

[Scuba212]

Can anyone advise a possible aquascape that would suit a tall tank like mine ?
Im having trouble coming to a decision on a look ?

 

[Neogenocide]

Personally, I would go with a pillar type scape. Lots of open space between then and on the bottom. I think that along with a arch in there somewhere would be awesome!!!

Scott

 

[Scuba212]

Hey guys

been doing abit of reasearch tonight into ways of making my tank easyier to use etc. And have decided on installing a Controll System to the tank

Any ideas and examples of setups (Pics Please)

Thanks guys

Carl

 

[Scuba212]

Updated To Pictures

Updated To Pictures

Hey Everyone

Managed to put the aquarium in the wall today. A big step for me because now i can finish the carpentry Works just been so hectic that ive been struggling for time Im hoping to have it up and running by next friday.

Anyway heres the pics.. Enjoy

 

[ScarletReef]

Very sweet looking build. unusual looking dimensions on that tank.

 

[ptan]

just a quick question... how will you be able to clean the glass and reach for the corals below that tank? is there enough space above the tank for you to reach the livestock in the sand? thanks....

 

[Scuba212]

just a quick question... how will you be able to clean the glass and reach for the corals below that tank? is there enough space above the tank for you to reach the livestock in the sand? thanks....

Hey ptan, Yer i should just be able to reach the bottom of the tank. I orginally allowed for more room on the top but i endde up having to make a few adjustmants to the wall etc and it ended up abit higher than planned!

 

[Indymann99]

Scuba, I would HIGHLY recommend that you increase the space above your tank (if possible... your carpenter will be able to tell you if you can).

With a tank that tall you are almost certainly going to have to use a long handle scraper (cleaning) AND pincher tongs (arranging).

With the current config I think you will just have enough room for the lighting. My guess is that you would have to remove the lighting for cleaning... I find it VERY hard to see what to clean when no light is illuminating inside the tank.

I had the space so I allocated 36" above the tank and am VERY glad I did. For working with tools I would shoot for 24" or so. I designed a shelf that holds my lighting, it tilts up for cleaning but I can still see inside the tank with the light on.

Great location and I really like the idea just some suggestions.

http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn10/Indymann99/Tank12132009.jpg

http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn10/Indymann99/Tankdoorsopen.jpg

http://s300.photobucket.com/albums/nn10/Indymann99/?action=view&current=TanktopsideAction.flv

 

[Scuba212]

Here are some updated pictures.

Carl