Etching?

  • We are currently upgrading MFK. thanks! -neo
My bad hit the wrong button. So right where i left off etching a large (over 100gal) tank.

Sent from my HTC One X using MonsterAquariaNetwork App
 
I haven't seen it done before, but I don't see why it couldn't. I think it might depend on the method used for the etching though. The only time I've seen glass etched was by covering the pane with adhesive paper, lightly cutting out the area to be etched, lightly pour a specific acid(don't remember what kind) onto the exposed glass, rinse after a few minutes and you're all set.
 
Inglorious said:
I haven't seen it done before, but I don't see why it couldn't. I think it might depend on the method used for the etching though. The only time I've seen glass etched was by covering the pane with adhesive paper, lightly cutting out the area to be etched, lightly pour a specific acid(don't remember what kind) onto the exposed glass, rinse after a few minutes and you're all set.
Click to expand...

Thats the plan, just not sure how weak the glass will b after doing so

Sent from my HTC One X using MonsterAquariaNetwork App
 
I think you should be fine since that method doesn't eat away the glass as much as it "frosts" it. I know if you leave it on long enough then it will eat down enough to possibly weaken it, but you just want the discoloration then it shouldn't effect the strength. I'd maybe practice on some random pieces of glass first to get your timing right though.
 
Inglorious said:
I think you should be fine since that method doesn't eat away the glass as much as it "frosts" it. I know if you leave it on long enough then it will eat down enough to possibly weaken it, but you just want the discoloration then it shouldn't effect the strength. I'd maybe practice on some random pieces of glass first to get your timing right though.
Click to expand...

Oh no iv etched glass and mirrors just not glass thats gonna b holdin back 600gals of water lol:)

Sent from my HTC One X using MonsterAquariaNetwork App
 
Is this going to be a custom tank at that size? If so you might want to consider adding an extra 1/8" to the thickness as a safety factor that way you're guaranteed to have the thinnest point at a safe thickness.

Sent from my Motorola Electrify using MonsterAquariaNetwork App
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
MonsterFishKeepers.com
Top Bottom