Will my tank explode???

[Richer]

I had a couple of 66 gallon Hagen tanks (48.25" x 16.25" x 20.25")... one that I bought brand new 5-6 years ago (still using it now) and one that was at least a few years old when I acquired it. Both tanks had no center brace and I believe we made from 3/8" plate glass. IMHO, you'll be fine. Both tanks did bow slightly when filled, but nothing significant.

[Robw]

You could always euro brace it. Just a thought.

Rob

[Murminator]

Originally Posted by Richer

I had a couple of 66 gallon Hagen tanks (48.25" x 16.25" x 20.25")... one that I bought brand new 5-6 years ago (still using it now) and one that was at least a few years old when I acquired it. Both tanks had no center brace and I believe we made from 3/8" plate glass. IMHO, you'll be fine. Both tanks did bow slightly when filled, but nothing significant.

WHO ARE YOU????.... hey Rich long time no see

No the black trim does nuffin but holds the lid from falling in and keeping your arm from getting cut up

[Cam]

I assume that euro bracing is basically putting a brace around the top of the tank, can you do it custom or does anyone do it in edmonton. Does anyone have an idea or ball park of what it would cost to do this. IMO its probably better safe then sorry, this is a custom built tank i filled it up on the weekend and doesn't have any bowing yet, but why test fate.