Staallion's 1500L Planted tank - in the making.

[Staallion]

Hi guys,
Finally got my shut together, and got my "big" tank started.
I ordered the tank about 14 weeks ago, and between having the wrong glass brought over from the east ( I opted for starfire on the 3 viewing sides ), and the usual building delays, and of course, I waited till they asked to deliver the tank before I made the stand.
To my defence, I had been planning the stand for the whole 14 weeks, and over-engineering is the word of choice.
The main frame of the stand is built from 75*75*3mm RHS steel, with more than 40 smaller supports in 50*50*3mm RHS. Coming in at about 350kg, it weighted substantially more then the aquarium itself, and even the delivery guys were amazed, which I took as a compliment.
It took just under a week to build, and I was putting the final coats of paint on as the tank arrived. The stande needed 5 people to lift it inside, and I was amazed, the tank was an easy lift for 4 people.
Pics below. (I hope they work)

The tank itself is 2025 * 920 * 750h, 12mm all around, with starfire on the 3 viewing sides.
As you can see, one of the ends goes against the wall, leaving the 2 main and one side viewable as a room divider between the kitchen/dining and lounge areas.
At this stage, it will sit as is untill I get back from holidays over christmas, so watch this space...
I appreciate feedback, and if anyone has some hints and tips on the plumbing / planting side of things, your imput will be gladly received.

 

[dpk2313]

Looks amazing so far

 

[aclockworkorange]

Nice. Hope you're going high tech with good lighting and co2! I LOVE monster planted tanks. Are you doing a nature aquarium aquascape?

 

[Staallion]

Nice. Hope you're going high tech with good lighting and co2! I LOVE monster planted tanks. Are you doing a nature aquarium aquascape?

Most definately!
It would be a waste to go to these extremes and not put the effort into light and co2.
At this stage, i'm thinking a nature aquarium inspired aquascape... But the jury is still out on that one.., It might be worth waiting another month or so till I can afford the ADA soils etc.

 

[taksan]

The tank itself is 2025 * 920 * 750h, 12mm all around,

12mm

I'd be terrified of using 12mm in a tank that size I have a 2200x1000x750 tank almost identical to yours and its 15mm all around.

 

[idle0095]

not to bad. how heavy is it? you should at least fill it and get it up and running while your gone

 

[90cat]

That is going to be a sweet tank Good job so far.

 

[silent1mezzo]

Can't wait to see it finished...Subscribed.

 

[NightStorm]

Awesome. I wish you the best in the build.

 

[Staallion]

12mm

I'd be terrified of using 12mm in a tank that size I have a 2200x1000x750 tank almost identical to yours and its 15mm all around.

Hmmm, I had this conversation with the guys that built the tank, and they said I could go 12mm all around, or 12mm with a 15 base. They said they would use 12mm if they were building the stand, and knew it was going to be sound, but the stand thats built is a hell of a lot stronger than their stands.
Time will tell I guess, but I am confident it will be ok.
( I hope )


and in regards to filling it up before I leave, theres still a lot more time and money before its water worthy, so it will have to wait till i get back.