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May 9th, 2006, 12:14 AM
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What is used to hold the acrylic together on a sump
I'm in the process of researching on how to build a sump and can not find how they hold the acrylic together was thinking of using super glue and silicone but wanted to make sure before doing so. Any ideas or tips would help
thanks for the info Current Aquarium(s) Description: 65 gallon vho 440watts back pack skimmer 80 degrees F Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2yrs Other Intrests: scuba diving enjoying my tank 
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May 9th, 2006, 03:37 AM
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You will want to use a thickened cement specifically for acrylic. I do not have a name available but use a cement that is made for the acrylic material.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 150 gal all glass megaflow Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 30 yrs Other Intrests: salt water fish and reef subjects
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May 9th, 2006, 04:20 AM
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June 16th, 2006, 10:48 PM
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Re: What is used to hold the acrylic together on a sump
check out www.melevsreef.com great acrylic working site.
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 92 Gallon Corner, 77 degrees, 800 watts, MR-2R Skimmer, MRC Nilsen, Tunze Stream, Aqua Cont Jr. Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 6 years
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June 17th, 2006, 03:09 AM
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Re: What is used to hold the acrylic together on a sump
I just built my sump in another aquarium below the main aquarium and went to lowes and had them cut acrylic squares out to the tanks size. Cheap.
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June 17th, 2006, 04:43 AM
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Re: What is used to hold the acrylic together on a sump
Thanks for the great info the only thing I have to do now is get the money together LOL
 Current Aquarium(s) Description: 65 gallon vho 440watts back pack skimmer 80 degrees F Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 2yrs Other Intrests: scuba diving enjoying my tank
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September 10th, 2006, 02:48 AM
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Re: What is used to hold the acrylic together on a sump
The chemical you're looking for is methylene chloride
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 65 gal mixed reef dominated by SPS; 50 gallon frag tank Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: Salt water since 1977; reefing since 1997
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