Tossing around the idea of 2, 7'x32" panes of glass for a 12' long plywood build. How obvious is the difference at 1/2" thickness?
Low Iron vs Regular Glass
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Agreed. This will be my only tank aside from a growout tank to two. So if it's a substantial difference, it would be worth the one time 800. My thickest glass now is 3/8s on a 125, and it's a cheap aqueon that I don't notice any issues with coloring from the glass. I've also never seen a low iron tank before to compare. That's why it's difficult to decide. If anyone had some pics of similar fish in a reg glass tank and then in low iron tank it would really help me out.
If you don't have a side by side comparison, it's not as obvious. But regular glass is still green. If you have the funds, get starphire. Not knowing the glass is there is worth it.
used to have both side by side.. and it is a stark difference... tried to find the picture but can't it anymore
Managed to find the pic.. tank is 36 x 18 x 18 inches
Can see the difference?
Can see the difference?
If you ever intend to make a reef tank out of it, i would go for the low iron. Really makes the colors pop.
I have heard it's much more noticeable when you get around the 1/2" thick mark. I think it really depends on your lighting and overall plans for the tank to decide if it's worth it. If you are really going for an aesthetically pleasing aquascape, other than a really warm white Amazon style tank, I'd say it's worth it.
