Where to get a case of silicone for tank.

zum14 · #1 05-27-2010, 06:04 AM

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Originally Posted by bvlester

3M also has a new silicone for marine applications I am going to give it a go on my next tank. Once cured it should be fine I believe it's an RTV type silicone. It's about $12.00 a tube clear only and I mean really clear.
Bill

Ill do some research on that, this tank im building though is already going to be a "test" so I want to eliminate the silicone as a possible and go with a tried and tested. Thanks for the info though.

AllClearPG · #2 06-15-2010, 05:08 PM

Canadian Tire has tubes for $6.99 clear or black. Any silicone is 'Aquarium Safe' once dry, btw... Just don't use anything with a latex base. While it's fine and will not result in toxic leeching into your tank, I have not had much success in repairing leaks with it over time. It seems to break down if it has long-term immersion, whereas silicone does not (if done right). There is an AB aquarium manufacturer - who needs not be mentioned - whose silicone jobs are consistently terrible, and anytime I repair a tank, it is invariably one of his... Make sure you squeeze out any air bubbles to get a good seal, and you'll be fine.

Cheers!