950 Gallon Tank 8'X4'X4'

[arowanafilms]

can't wait to see something built!

 

[groovitudedude]

How thick will the acrylic be?

 

[78pace]

Actually lost interest in this build. Going with a pool in the basement instead, with a pond liner.

 

[paulW]

I have been doing some major research with most of it being here. But I still need some advice and help. The outside frame is going to be made with angle iron, and plywood mounted inside that frame. Then I was going to put acrylic inside the plywood ( prob 3/8" thick). But my problem comes to the front that is going to be the window and the lid. I am at a total loss here and would like some help. Looking for advise on how to make this work. Also what are you guys painting or using to make the walls black?


Thanks

I think you are going to need thicker acrylic for the front. I have an acrylic 8 x 2 x 30" high.. It's made out of 1" acrylic and still bows a little.
You are making your tank 4' high.. that's a tremendous amount of extra pressure. I don't think 3/8" will work. If it was me, I'd call a few acrylic tank manufacturers and pretend you are getting a custom build quote and ask them the thickness.. I don't even want to try to give a recommendation, as I am not qualified..

 

[78pace]

Ok after talking to a friend this idea is back on. Paulw the 3/8" acrylic is going to be the liner inside the 3/4" plywood. I will try to update the first post this weekend after we draw it up.

 

[paulW]

Ok after talking to a friend this idea is back on. Paulw the 3/8" acrylic is going to be the liner inside the 3/4" plywood. I will try to update the first post this weekend after we draw it up.

Ok.. got you.. That's how I would do it (if I ever had the time or guts..)
I really like the idea of lining the walls with plexiglass. Seems a lot more full proof.

good luck and post updates.