Part 2 of looking for a tank

[snowmansnow]

Well I had and paid for a IM Nuvo 40mini ext… and was informed almost a week later it wasn’t in stock and issued a refund:/

I like the size as well as the external overflow.

I’d like to find this tank, even though it seems to have been discontinued… I’ve checked w the sponsors I have contact with… I’ve even messaged some out of town places with zero response.
There are a few used tanks available here, but being as this one will be front and center in my living space I wanted something new and sparkly…
I don’t want to have to buy an overpriced stand w the tank either… which seems to be the norm now.

What rock have I not overturned.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

 

[ichthyoid]

A bigger tank, which isn't a bad thing, but also on sale from SC Aquariums -

80 Gallon Starfire Tank With Center Overflow 32x24x24'' 12mm

www.scaquariums.com

 

[snowmansnow]

thanks looking in to it

 

[snowmansnow]

I admit the external overflow on the IM EXT was a big draw for me... I've had a BA way back (had to even think about it to remember... and it was actually DEAD silent). I haven't heard of sca really, but their reviews look positive as far as I can see. The reason I was looking at a smaller size tank was weight. This will go on our main level but it is over a fully finished basement.
That said... it will be close to 2 outside walls (a corner) so I don't see weight as a problem as long as i don't over do it

 

[civics14]

I’ve had a SCA tank before and it’s built like a tank, the internal overflow is a bit bulky. Other than that, it is very well made.

 

[hiimsean]

SCA makes some nice tanks. I’ve got one getting ready to go up

@snowmansnow if you’re near Acworth you can stop by and check out the build quality of the tank

 

[Adam]

What about the https://www.innovative-marine.com/shop/EXT-75-Aquarium-w-APS-Stand-Black-p184945705

 

[Adam]

I hate center and/or corner flow setups. Just a personal preference. A properly setup beananimal is dead silent.

For tank only...

Innovative Marine Tank Nuvo Ext Lagoon 50 SD-4{L-2}

Built from the footprint of the Award-Winning Fusion Aquariums, the NUVO EXT is an Innovative Marine first. Its first to incorporate an all glass overflow, its first with a ??Herbie?? safety drain system and its first that allows 100% room for unobtrusive aquascaping. The NUVO EXT's External...

www.petswarehouse.com

 

[ichthyoid]

That tank ^ has a $189 shipping surcharge.

Too bad, because I love mine!

 

[ichthyoid]

I admit the external overflow on the IM EXT was a big draw for me... I've had a BA way back (had to even think about it to remember... and it was actually DEAD silent). I haven't heard of sca really, but their reviews look positive as far as I can see. The reason I was looking at a smaller size tank was weight. This will go on our main level but it is over a fully finished basement.
That said... it will be close to 2 outside walls (a corner) so I don't see weight as a problem as long as i don't over do it

Snowman, an 80 gal tank with water comes in at around 800 lbs. If you are worried, consider that 3-4 grown men can weigh that.

Perhaps you’ve had a living room full of people, and didn’t give it a thought?

Fwiw, Houses are typically overbuilt, partly for that reason.

 

[snowmansnow]

Fiji has this... its not a FULLY external but its close

Fiji Cube 32 Gallon External Overflow Rimless Nano Tank

The external overflow tank is a popular tank choice in the reef keeping hobby in recent years because of its highly customizable options in its filtration setup and its opportunity in maximizing space for aquascaping. Fiji Cube launches a series of ultra-clear low iron glass aquariums with Fiji...

www.fijicube.com

 

[snowmansnow]

Think imma go w the above.
Now to consider lighting.
I have my halide pendants for sale, but I COULD use on for this... 250w Dimmable ballasts too... hmmmmmmmm