Earthquake proof tank?
- Thread starter Demonkegman
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There are things that can be done to decrease the risk of the tank falling over.
1. use an oversized wooden stand. The more extra clearance around all edges the better, like 6inches extra beacause earthquakes cause lateral sheering forces. Try to build a pyramid structure. I think wood is better than steel because its flexible and would act like those springs under buildings.
2. as stated above a lip would restrict lateral movement, so would any plumbing under the tank. So multiple drains & return from under the tank at the corners straight down to the sump would help anchor the tank to the stand.
3. avoiding a canopy and sitting fixture, use a hanging fixture instead
4. as stated above, running with the DT volume as low as possible
5. securing CO2 gas tanks, reactors, lights, etc.
6. avoid plumbing going through walls. Try to keep the tank + stand as independent as possible. Allow it to wiggle a few feet sideways unimpeded.
7. I agree with using acrylic tanks- much stronger
8. GFCI outlets
Thats all i can think of...
1. use an oversized wooden stand. The more extra clearance around all edges the better, like 6inches extra beacause earthquakes cause lateral sheering forces. Try to build a pyramid structure. I think wood is better than steel because its flexible and would act like those springs under buildings.
2. as stated above a lip would restrict lateral movement, so would any plumbing under the tank. So multiple drains & return from under the tank at the corners straight down to the sump would help anchor the tank to the stand.
3. avoiding a canopy and sitting fixture, use a hanging fixture instead
4. as stated above, running with the DT volume as low as possible
5. securing CO2 gas tanks, reactors, lights, etc.
6. avoid plumbing going through walls. Try to keep the tank + stand as independent as possible. Allow it to wiggle a few feet sideways unimpeded.
7. I agree with using acrylic tanks- much stronger
8. GFCI outlets
Thats all i can think of...
LOL... like in the first MAX show... i stomped on some fou... he had 3 friends and none of them stepped in... straight out stomped on that cat in the parking lot...
anyways... i think a nano will still take down some bolts... a 10g cube will weigh about 140lbs give or take... plus the movement of the water will give it enough momentum to break any bolts or straps...
anyways... i think a nano will still take down some bolts... a 10g cube will weigh about 140lbs give or take... plus the movement of the water will give it enough momentum to break any bolts or straps...
Well, I dunno about it tearing my wall down, I'm pretty sure the 4 screws per tie in would give out before the wall does 
Our floor is springy, because of the joist spacing (according to Johnny's grandpa and our house inspector) and I didn't like how the water moved when I stepped off the stairs in front of it. So I had him attach it to the wall.
Our floor is springy, because of the joist spacing (according to Johnny's grandpa and our house inspector) and I didn't like how the water moved when I stepped off the stairs in front of it. So I had him attach it to the wall.
Eat a **** gumbie. Save your fight club fantasy stories for the birds.
Anyway. Best thing to do during an earthquake is not be around your tanks if it's a large tank or made of glass. Although first instinct as a reef hobbiest is to rush over and hold your tank in an effort to save it, but just let it go. U can replace the tank and fix any damage. Your safety and the safety of family is more important.
Anyway. Best thing to do during an earthquake is not be around your tanks if it's a large tank or made of glass. Although first instinct as a reef hobbiest is to rush over and hold your tank in an effort to save it, but just let it go. U can replace the tank and fix any damage. Your safety and the safety of family is more important.
that said... in a large earthquake, it's all about luck... if you're right over the epicenter, bad luck.... LOL...
and to heavy D up there... i eat that all the time and enjoy it... hahahaksdjf;asjdf;kasjf;klasjdf... why don't you eat another 6 pack of mc croissants and rap about your clogged arteries...
and to heavy D up there... i eat that all the time and enjoy it... hahahaksdjf;asjdf;kasjf;klasjdf... why don't you eat another 6 pack of mc croissants and rap about your clogged arteries...
