Tank recomendations w/ wavebox & 6100

[reef_doug]

I'm looking for a new tank, 180r 72 x24x24. It will be made w U.S.Domestic cast acrylic, they normally use 1/2" for this.
Overflow will be internal and centered.

Q1: When using a Wavebox and 2x6100 streams, would the std 1/2" acrylic be ok (24" height) or should I seriously consider the 3/4"?

The tank will have eurobracing so the Tunzes cannot just hang over the lip.

Q2: What would be the best way to attach the wavebox and streams to 1/2" and 3/4" acrylic?

Thanks
Doug

 

[lorinton]

I use the magnetic holders with 1/2" glass for them. The wavebox is supported by a magnetic holder on the bottom and two suction cups at the top. The suction cups were used as the magnetic holder overlapped the top frame and wasn't very effective.

 

[reef_doug]

Thanks.

On a 180g, would 1/2" be ok or should I seriously consider 3/4" acrylic?

If I decide on 3/4" would the magnetic holder work?

Thanks
Doug

 

[rvitko]

I would do 3/4" based on what acrylic fabricators are telling me. The 6200.50 magnetic holder would work and on acrylic tanks two mag holders is the best solution for the wavebox. I would advise haveing the overflow in the center on the back wall and allowing 1" from the waterline to the bracing.

 

[reef_doug]

Thanks Roger.