210 stand plans

[prskiller]

Here is a plan I've used for my 75, 55 and 29. I'll be getting a 210 soon so I'll be using this also but with more vertical mid support and cross supports.

http://www.arbreptiles.com/cages/75g_stand/index.shtml

Credit to Clay D.

 

[timmycat]

I do not know if this will help you any, but here is a link to my 210g build with some pics and thoughts on the stand I built. http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=363133

ya looks good i like the joist hangers. that kinda like how i wana make my stand but i was think bout useing 2x8s for the top and 2x6s for the bottom

 

[CharlieTuna]

ya looks good i like the joist hangers. that kinda like how i wana make my stand but i was think bout useing 2x8s for the top and 2x6s for the bottom

IMO, you don't need 2x8's. I think my stand is overkill with the 2x6's and lots of 2x4s. But in the end, whatever you are comfortable with having 2000 lbs of water and tank sitting on is what you should go with.

 

[Maduro]

2x6 are way overkill for stands...2x4's hold up houses!! Don't underestimate the compression strength of 2x4's. If you design it properly bigger wood is a waste.

Check out my builds below....Store bought stands are made with 1/2 inch boards and they hold up.

 

[timmycat]

IMO, you don't need 2x8's. I think my stand is overkill with the 2x6's and lots of 2x4s. But in the end, whatever you are comfortable with having 2000 lbs of water and tank sitting on is what you should go with.

ya lol i went with 2x8's just i could sleep at night and not have to think about waking up to a 210g all over my floor lol

 

[jcardona1]

2x6 are way overkill for stands...2x4's hold up houses!! Don't underestimate the compression strength of 2x4's. If you design it properly bigger wood is a waste.

Check out my builds below....Store bought stands are made with 1/2 inch boards and they hold up.

I agree, heck, even 2x4s are overkill!

 

[oakley1984]

check out my 210g stand build post, i can give you dimensions if you want.
http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=394456