Tank weights

[kirkaz]

Building a custom home, and 2 large tanks on the second floor. For the structural engineer, I need to give him approximate weights.

Both tanks are 1 inch acrylic with metal stands. Sumps will NOT be under tanks.

5x5x2.5 470 gallon....my estimate 5,500 lbs.
10x3x2.5 560 gallon....my estimate 6,500 lbs.

How am I doing??

 

[James77]

Those sound about right

 

[airplanes1016]

Building a custom home, and 2 large tanks on the second floor. For the structural engineer, I need to give him approximate weights.

Both tanks are 1 inch acrylic with metal stands. Sumps will NOT be under tanks.

5x5x2.5 470 gallon....my estimate 5,500 lbs.
10x3x2.5 560 gallon....my estimate 6,500 lbs.

How am I doing??

Using your math. Every 90 gallons equals 1000lb, your about spot on

 

[kirkaz]

Thanks guys...I'll roll with that.

 

[James77]

Can you post back what modifications he would make....I'm just curious

 

[kirkaz]

Can you post back what modifications he would make....I'm just curious

Yes, it should be a few weeks....I'm pm you when I post them.