125G + 55G stand (pics!)
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I love the double tank viewing idea. Do you have a copy of the construction plans for us on here who want to use your basic design?
I do have some fairly rough drawings that I can post tonight. You'll have to use your imagination a bit to make it work for you.
BDawg364 said:
Here's what I worked off of, but first...
Disclaimer:
I am not a structural engineer so you'll have to convince yourself that it is strong enough. The stand was designed such that the loads are carried by wood only, so fastener strength should not be critical; however, good screws and glued joints help avoid scary creaks and cracks when the aquarium is filled. I added bracing to the floor underneath my system and I would suggest it to anyone looking for peace-of-mind. If you do build one, it is at your own risk...don't be dumb.
Dimensions
Main tank (L x W x H): 72 x 18 x 22 (72.5 x 18.5 x 23.375)
Add 0.125" for tolerance
Sump tank: 48 x 13 x 20 (48.25 x 12.75 x 21)
Stand height: 35"
Note: On canopy view, 3" Cedar trim, top and bottom (decending 2" on the bottom) not shown for clarity
Cuts (estimates for purchasing purposes, check them before you cut anything!)
- 2x4
- Upper and lower crossbeams
- (10) 15.625
- Legs
- (9) 25.75"
- (4) 27.75"
- Main beams
- (6) 71.125"
- Upper and lower crossbeams
- 2x6
- Main Beam
- (1) 71.125"
- Main Beam
- ¾" Plywood
- (1) 18.625" x 72.625"
- (1) 15.5" x 71.125"
- 1x8 T&G
- (?)
- 1x4 Cedar
- Trim (stand)
- (4) 18.5"
- (2) 74.25"
- Trim (canopy, ripped to 3")
- (2) 12.125"
- (2) 6.375"
- (2) 18.5"
- (1) 74.25"
- Trim (stand)
- 1x6 Cedar
- Canopy
- (2) 37.125"
- Canopy
- 1x8 Cedar
- Canopy
- (2) 6.375"
- (2) 12.125"
- (2) 74.25"
- (2) 37.125"
- Canopy
I just realized that this got bumped about a month ago, but the new messages were lost when the forum servers were down for maintenance. Here's a few recent pictures. The little cat is a tadpole madtom and the others are all northern longear sunfish.
