WMAS Discussion Forum : Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:17:41 +0000 Tue, 20 Mar 2007 22:51:04 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3945 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s : BHYDE wrote:I have had no problem...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=150583&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#150583 Author: Jake Pehrson
Subject: 3945
Posted: March 20 2007 at 10:51pm

Originally posted by BHYDE BHYDE wrote:

I have had no problem using acrylic baffles in a glass tank with aquarium sealant
 
Me neither.  I have made dozens of sump this way and have never had a failure.
 
I would recommend making sure the glass and acrylic are very clean (use rubbing alcohol on the glass).  Make sure you make a good clean seal between the glass and acrylic.
]]> Tue, 20 Mar 2007 22:51:04 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=150583&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#150583 <![CDATA[Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s : I have had no problem using acrylic...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=150574&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#150574 Author: BHYDE
Subject: 3945
Posted: March 20 2007 at 10:20pm

I have had no problem using acrylic baffles in a glass tank with aquarium sealant
]]> Tue, 20 Mar 2007 22:20:31 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=150574&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#150574 <![CDATA[Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s : well after figuring out I don&#039;t...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39717&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39717 Author: Skyetone
Subject: 3945
Posted: October 15 2004 at 6:46am

well after figuring out I don't really know how to either cut or BALLANCE ( 2 pieces) of glass. I turned to the table saw with my scrap acrylic. I wanted teeth in the top anyways. I tryed putting pressure between the peices this time. PLenty between the glass and acrylic. Then did every seam with plenty. HTH. I have about a 6inch square that is where the water will downflow. Hope this won't give out. Makes my dreams of building a costom glass tank a pipe dream. Some things are better left to the pro's....... ]]> Fri, 15 Oct 2004 06:46:13 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39717&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39717 <![CDATA[Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s : no leave the glass smooth just...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39707&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39707 Author: jglover
Subject: 3945
Posted: October 15 2004 at 6:11am

no leave the glass smooth just goop the stuff all over.]]> Fri, 15 Oct 2004 06:11:09 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39707&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39707 <![CDATA[Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s : agreed, but it&#039;s kinda nice...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39649&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39649 Author: Skyetone
Subject: 3945
Posted: October 14 2004 at 4:44pm

agreed, but it's kinda nice to have the deviders. I don't really clean the glass. Maybe thats my problem. I use 100% pure sylicone GE style. I think it will bond better to the glass. I can't really remember what side it fails on. It seems the glass side. should i scratch up the glass?]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2004 16:44:12 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39649&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39649 <![CDATA[Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s : Why use baffles? Why not use a...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39569&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39569 Author: Mark Peterson
Subject: 3945
Posted: October 14 2004 at 8:33am

Why use baffles? Why not use a structure of smaller or flater pieces of LBTR to hold back the algae and a place for more biological filtration and use a plastic food storage container (cut up if necessary) to hold back the sand from the pump inlet. Sorry, but I see too many sump/Refugia that are more complicated than they need to be.]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2004 08:33:15 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39569&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39569 <![CDATA[Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s : Great point shane ]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39558&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39558 Author: jglover
Subject: 3945
Posted: October 14 2004 at 8:17am

Great point shane]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2004 08:17:45 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39558&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39558 <![CDATA[Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s : Skye - If you&#039;re having...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39555&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39555 Author: Shane H
Subject: 3945
Posted: October 14 2004 at 8:12am

Skye -
If you're having problems with the silicone failing, how will a different parent material make a difference? Is the silicone seal failing on the glass side or the acrylic side of the seal? I used acetone then white vinegar to clean the surfaces before I siliconed everything in place. I havn't had any problems - going on five years. Good luck.]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2004 08:12:31 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39555&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39555 <![CDATA[Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s : you&#039;re using the right kind...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39554&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39554 Author: jglover
Subject: 3945
Posted: October 14 2004 at 8:10am

you're using the right kind of silicone right?  the aquarium silicone at HD is what I used.]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2004 08:10:34 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39554&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39554 <![CDATA[Acrylic deviders in glass tank Q’s : I usually cut just a hair short...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39511&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39511 Author: Skyetone
Subject: 3945
Posted: October 13 2004 at 5:29pm

I usually cut just a hair short or right flush. I also let it sit for a long time 24-48. I have resealed tanks without problem. It just seems the sylicone lets go of the glass. I am going to try glass. I have old lids and junk around...]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2004 17:29:06 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3945&PID=39511&title=acrylic-deviders-in-glass-tank-qs#39511