bracing

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    How do I know if these braces I've designed are sufficient?

    Hi! I've been hung-up on this for a while and I was wondering if anyone could help me answer the question. I've already built this tank but am yet to put in any braces. All the glass is 6mm except the base which is 10mm I think euro bracing will look ugly and cause obstruction since the tank...
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    Bracing suggestion for 150 gallon

    Hey guys, New here. I have a 90 gallon cichlid tank that I am looking to upgrade to 150 gallons. The tank will be made by my LFS, but assembled at my home and I want to make sure I get it right. Tank Size: 72L x 24W x 20H Glass Thickness: 12MM (1/2") / non tempered / sapphire front and sides...
  3. Greenboy

    Bracing a 120gal

    Apologies for posting a DIY question in the general aquarium section, but i wasn't getting any replies in the DIY section and i need assistance. I recently got a used aquamedic percula 120. This aquarium comes with an internal sump built into the back of the tank (i removed this for the extra...
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    Lots of talk of glass thickness, but what about plywood?

    I'm starting to plan for a 9 x 5 x 3H tank, and while the glass thickness is well documented, I can't find much on plywood bracing. My issue is this: I want to build the back and 1 side out of plywood, since it will be in a corner. The other two panels will be fully glass in 3/4". I plan to...
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