Still having fun...300 gallon in wall reef

[mflamb]

It's time to replaced the 14" square DIY reflectors. I'm going to make one 18.5" square and two 14.5"x18.5" reflectors from German 95% reflective hammertone polished aluminum.

 

[Tbduval]

That looks like some nice stuff. Do you think the hammertone will perform better than the current stuff you have?

 

[mflamb]

The PAR on reflectors made from the hammertone is much higher than the same reflector made from flat reflective aluminum. That's why I decided to use this material. I have to make some larger reflectors, so it's worth a try.

 

[DVNO]

wow thats a great setup you got there, looks really cool

 

[reefpimp#1]

Love the thread, getting good info for my build. there is 2 cross braces on this tank correct?
how are ur 250s working for ya?

 

[mflamb]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14675167#post14675167 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by reefpimp#1
Love the thread, getting good info for my build. there is 2 cross braces on this tank correct?
how are ur 250s working for ya?

Yes there are two braces. The 250s are great. The sps all look great, color and growth. I have diy 14" reflectors. I'm currently working on larger reflectors made from hammertone.

 

[carlosngloria]

where did u get the print out for the reflectors at?

 

[cweder]

Very nice tank. Can I ask where you ordered your blue acrylic sheet from. I am interested in doing the same. It really looks great.

 

[mflamb]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14677506#post14677506 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by carlosngloria
where did u get the print out for the reflectors at?

http://www.thebrian.net/reflector/

Take it to FedEx/Kinkos for printing.

 

[mflamb]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14678615#post14678615 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by cweder
Very nice tank. Can I ask where you ordered your blue acrylic sheet from. I am interested in doing the same. It really looks great.

Thanks for the kind words. You can get the blue acrylic at any plastics shop. Mine came from a local shop.

 

[carlosngloria]

thanks

 

[reefpimp#1]

i'm still debating on the starfire front glass. is it worth the extra $200?

 

[mflamb]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14681949#post14681949 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by reefpimp#1
i'm still debating on the starfire front glass. is it worth the extra $200?

Yes. Pictures look much better.

 

[Tbduval]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14679221#post14679221 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by mflamb
http://www.thebrian.net/reflector/

Take it to FedEx/Kinkos for printing.

Do you give them the CAD file? If so, do you tell them what size like 14.5"? When are you building those big boy reflectors?

 

[mflamb]

Kinkos prefers the .jpg file.

Check this thread:
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1602675

 

[reefpimp#1]

probably already know the answer but have to ask. i currently have two 400watt MHs. i need a third for this tank but only have enough money for a light upgrade or a flow upgrade. both of which r enough to get buy just eventually need to upgrade both.

Anyways, i have a guy who wants to trade my old tank for a 72" fixture with 3-175watt MHs and 4-65watt PCs. Is there anyway this would be sufficiant for this tank? all sps is mid to top but also have a clam and some anemones on bottom. what do u think?

( hope im not stepping on ur thread ) thanx

 

[mflamb]

Not nearly enough light. Sell the old tank or trade it for the light fixture and sell the light fixture. Just a thought.

 

[Reefer2727]

Wow. That's all I can say. What an amazing build!

 

[GlassReef]

Mike could you look to see if you have a PM from me. Thanks

 

[GrouperGenius]

Just read through the whole thread. All I can say is DANGIT !!!!!!

Simply awsome Mike. I got to get over to your place and to Tom's to get some ideas for my build.